Description
Takamine GN30CE BLK NEX Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar with a solid spruce top, okoume back and sides, a mahogany neck, an ovangkol fingerboard, and a Gloss Black 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 Takamine GN30CE has Takamine's compact but big-sounding NEX body with a soft Venetian-style cutaway, a comfortable shape that covers a lot of musical ground. A solid spruce top and okoume back and sides give it a rich, resonant sound, and the TP-4TD preamp, with a built-in tuner, three-band EQ and gain controls, is ready for any amp or PA.
What's Included With Your Guitar
🎸 Takamine GN30CE BLK Acoustic-Electric Guitar ($699 value) Factory new, with the Takamine limited warranty.
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Specifications
| SKU | TAKGN30CEBLK |
|---|---|
| Body shape | NEX Cutaway |
| Strings | 6, steel |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Okoume |
| Sides | Okoume |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol, 12" radius |
| Finish | Gloss Black |
| Electronics | Takamine TP-4TD preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls |
| Nut and saddle | Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle; split-saddle bridge |
| Nut width | 42.8 mm (1.69 in) |
| Scale length | 643 mm (25.31 in) |
| Length | 1050.6 mm (41.36 in) |
| Width | 397 mm (15.63 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
| Compatible case (sold separately) | Takamine CTAKSH200A semi-hard case |
| Warranty | Takamine Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Takamine GN30CE use?
Standard guitar tuning, E-A-D-G-B-E from the lowest string to the highest.
Is the GN30CE a solid-wood guitar?
The top is solid spruce, which is the part of the guitar that matters most for tone and projection. The back and sides are okoume, and the neck is mahogany.
Can I plug the GN30CE into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric with a Takamine TP-4TD preamp, which gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls, so you can plug straight into an amp or PA.
Does the GN30CE have a cutaway?
Yes. The GN30CE is a NEX Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Is the GN30CE right-handed or left-handed?
This listing is the right-handed GN30CE BLK. Takamine also makes left-handed versions of some models, and we list those separately where available.
Does the GN30CE come with a case?
No. Takamine does not include a case with the GN30CE. The compatible case is the Takamine CTAKSH200A semi-hard case, which is sold separately.
What is the difference between the Takamine GN30CE BLK and the GN30 BLK?
The GN30CE is the electric version of the GN30, with a cutaway and the onboard TP-4TD preamp. The GN30 has no onboard electronics. Both have a solid spruce top, okoume back and sides, a mahogany neck, and a Gloss Black finish.
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 GN30CE have?
It is covered by the Takamine Limited Warranty.
What if I'm not happy with the guitar?
30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
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