Description
Takamine P3DC-12 Dreadnought Cutaway 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar with a solid cedar top, sapele back and sides, a mahogany neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and a natural satin 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 P3DC-12 is Takamine's top-line Pro Series 12-string dreadnought, made in Japan, with rich 12-string tone and Takamine style and performance. A solid cedar top over sapele back and sides, hand-scalloped X bracing, elegant appointments, and the CT4B II preamp make it a premium instrument on stage and off.
What's Included With Your Guitar
🎸 Takamine P3DC-12 Acoustic-Electric Guitar ($1,999 value) Factory new, with the Takamine limited warranty.
🧳 Takamine SH200A semi-hard case Included from the factory with this guitar.
🎓 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.
🚚 Free Insured Continental US Shipping ($75 value) Insured and tracked, every time. No upcharges.
Specifications
| SKU | TAKP3DC12 |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Dreadnought Cutaway |
| Strings | 12 (six pairs) |
| Top | Solid Cedar |
| Back | Solid Sapele |
| Sides | Sapele |
| Neck | Mahogany, dovetail neck joint |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Finish | Natural Satin |
| Electronics | CT4B II preamp with the Palathetic under-saddle pickup, three-band EQ, volume control and built-in tuner |
| Bracing | Hand-scalloped X bracing |
| Binding | Ivory binding with dark purfling |
| Rosette | Concentric-ring rosette with wood marquetry |
| Bridge | Split-saddle bone bridge |
| Inlays | Wood dot-in-dot inlays |
| Tuners | Gold with amber buttons |
| Made in | Japan |
| Nut width | 46.35 mm (1.82 in) |
| Scale length | 644 mm (25.35 in) |
| Length | 1073 mm (42.24 in) |
| Width | 402 mm (15.83 in) |
| Depth at end | 126 mm (4.96 in) |
| Tuning | E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E (standard 12-string) |
| Case included | Takamine SH200A semi-hard case |
| Warranty | Takamine Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Takamine P3DC-12 use?
Standard 12-string tuning. Each of the six notes, E-A-D-G-B-E, is played by a pair of strings. On the lower four pairs the second string is tuned an octave higher, and the two highest pairs are tuned in unison.
Is the P3DC-12 a solid-wood guitar?
The top is solid cedar, which is the part of the guitar that matters most for tone and projection. The back is solid sapele, the sides are sapele, and the neck is mahogany.
Can I plug the P3DC-12 into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric with a Takamine CT4B II preamp, which gives you three-band EQ, volume control and a built-in tuner, so you can plug straight into an amp or PA.
Does the P3DC-12 have a cutaway?
Yes. The P3DC-12 is a Dreadnought Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Is a 12-string harder to play than a 6-string?
A little. Twelve strings mean more tension on your fretting hand and a bit more finger strength to get clean chords, and the nut here is 46.35 mm (1.82 in) wide, wider than a typical 6-string, so your fingers have more room. Most players get comfortable within a few weeks. If you are new to guitar, the included Rock Like The Pros membership walks you through the fundamentals.
Does the P3DC-12 come with a case?
Yes. It comes with a Takamine SH200A semi-hard case.
What is the difference between the Takamine P3DC-12 and the EF381SC?
The P3DC-12 has a solid cedar top, a solid sapele back, a natural satin finish and gold tuners with amber buttons. The EF381SC has a solid spruce top, maple back and sides and a gloss black finish. Both are 12-string dreadnought cutaways with a mahogany neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and the CT4B II 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 P3DC-12 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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📸 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.
