Description
Takamine GB72CE NAT Jumbo Bass Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass with a solid spruce top, flame maple back and sides, a mahogany neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and a Gloss Natural finish.
I've been playing guitar for over 30 years. I started as a studio musician in Los Angeles, and now I run Terry Carter Music Store and a music education platform that has taught thousands of students how to play.
The GB72CE combines a mighty jumbo body with solid-top construction for powerful volume and a robust acoustic sound. A solid spruce top over flame maple back and sides, an abalone rosette, and gold die-cast tuners give it a refined look, and the TK-40B preamp gives you full control when you plug in.
What's Included With Your Bass
🎸 Takamine GB72CE NAT Acoustic-Electric Bass ($899 value) Factory new, with the Takamine limited warranty.
🎓 12-Month Rock Like The Pros Premium Membership ($240 value) Full access to every course at rocklikethepros.com, beginner through advanced. Video lessons, tabs, and backing tracks designed to take you wherever you want to go on guitar. Plus weekly live Zoom lessons with me, included with every Premium membership. Ask questions in real time, get personalized feedback, and learn alongside other guitarists in the community.
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Specifications
| SKU | TAKGB72CENAT |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Jumbo Bass Cutaway |
| Strings | 4 |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Flame Maple |
| Sides | Flame Maple |
| Neck | Mahogany, dovetail neck joint |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Finish | Gloss Natural |
| Electronics | Takamine TK-40B preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch |
| Nut and saddle | Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle |
| Rosette and inlays | Abalone rosette; pearl dot inlays |
| Headcap | Rosewood |
| Tuners | Gold die-cast |
| Nut width | 45 mm (1.77 in) |
| Scale length | 864 mm (34.02 in) |
| Length | 1214.7 mm (47.82 in) |
| Width | 435 mm (17.13 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G |
| Compatible case (sold separately) | Takamine GC-B case |
| Warranty | Takamine Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Takamine GB72CE use?
Standard bass tuning, E-A-D-G from the lowest string to the highest.
What is the scale length of the GB72CE?
The scale length is 864 mm (34.02 in), a standard long-scale bass length.
Is the GB72CE a solid-wood bass?
The top is solid spruce, which is the part of the instrument that matters most for tone and projection. The back and sides are flame maple, and the neck is mahogany.
Can I plug the GB72CE into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric bass with a Takamine TK-40B preamp, which gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch, so you can plug straight into a bass amp or PA.
Does the GB72CE have a cutaway?
Yes. The GB72CE is a Jumbo Bass Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Is the GB72CE right-handed or left-handed?
This listing is the right-handed GB72CE NAT. Takamine also makes left-handed versions of some models, and we list those separately where available.
Does the GB72CE come with a case?
No. Takamine does not include a case with the GB72CE. The compatible case is the Takamine GC-B case, which is sold separately.
What is the difference between the Takamine GB72CE NAT and the GB30CE?
The GB72CE has flame maple back and sides with a rosewood headcap and gold tuners. The GB30CE has mahogany back and sides with chrome tuners. Both are jumbo cutaway basses with a solid spruce top, a mahogany neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and the TK-40B preamp.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your free 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is shipping really free?
Yes. Shipping is free and insured anywhere in the continental US. You'll get tracking as soon as it ships.
What warranty does the GB72CE have?
It is covered by the Takamine Limited Warranty.
What if I'm not happy with the bass?
30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
