Description
Takamine EF450C TT Black Burst NEX Cutaway Thermal Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid thermal spruce top and solid flame maple back and flame maple sides, a gloss transparent blackburst finish, a cutaway and built-in electronics (TLD-2 Line Driver preamp with the Palathetic pickup system), tuned E-A-D-G-B-E. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons with Terry Carter.
Specifications
| SKU | JTAKEF450CTTBB |
|---|---|
| Model | EF450C |
| Body shape | NEX Cutaway |
| Strings | 6, steel |
| Top | Solid Thermal Spruce |
| Back | Solid Flame Maple |
| Sides | Flame Maple |
| Neck | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Finish | Gloss Transparent Blackburst |
| Electronics | TLD-2 Line Driver preamp with the Palathetic pickup system |
| Inlays | Grass Flower inlays of abalone and pearl |
| Length | 1046 mm (41.18 in) |
| Depth at end | 111 mm (4.37 in) |
| Case included | Takamine semi-hard case |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
Measurements
| Nut width | 42.5 mm (1.67 in) |
|---|---|
| Scale length | 644 mm (25.35 in) |
| Width | 398 mm (15.67 in) |
What is included
- Takamine EF450C TT BB Thermal Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Takamine semi-hard case
- 12-month Rock Like The Pros Premium membership: online guitar lessons for all levels, with video lessons, tabs, backing tracks and weekly live Zoom lessons with Terry Carter
WARRANTY - Takamine Limited Warranty
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takamine EF450C TT BB and the EF341SC?
The EF450C TT is a NEX cutaway with a solid thermal spruce top, solid flame maple back, an ebony fingerboard, Grass Flower inlays, and the TLD-2 Line Driver with Palathetic pickup. The EF341SC is a dreadnought cutaway with a solid cedar top, maple back and sides, 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 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is the Takamine EF450C solid wood or laminate?
The Takamine EF450C has a solid thermal spruce top and solid flame maple back and flame maple sides.
Does the Takamine EF450C have a pickup?
Yes. The Takamine EF450C has built-in electronics (TLD-2 Line Driver preamp with the Palathetic pickup system), plus a cutaway for reaching the higher frets.
How is the Takamine EF450C tuned?
The Takamine EF450C is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Who is the Takamine EF450C for?
The Takamine EF450C suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid thermal spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more volume and depth than an all-laminate guitar. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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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.
