Takamine GB30CE NAT Natural Jumbo Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass + 12-Month Lessons

Takamine GB30CE NAT Natural Jumbo Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic bass with a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, a gloss natural finish, a cutaway and built-in electronics (Takamine TK-40B preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch), tuned E-A-D-G. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons.

Specifications

SKU	TAKGB30CENAT
Model	GB30CE
Body shape	Jumbo Cutaway
Strings	4
Top	Solid Spruce
Back	Mahogany
Sides	Mahogany
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 & Saddle	Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle
Rosette and inlays	Abalone rosette; pearl dot inlays
Tuners	Chrome die-cast
Length	1214.7 mm (47.82 in)
Depth at end	125 mm (4.92 in)
Compatible case (sold separately)	Takamine GC-B case
Tuning	E-A-D-G

Measurements

Nut width	45 mm (1.77 in)
Scale length	864 mm (34.02 in)
Width	435 mm (17.13 in)

What is included

• Takamine GB30CE NAT Acoustic-Electric Bass
• 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

WARRANTY - Takamine Limited Warranty

Common questions

What is the difference between the Takamine GB30CE NAT and the GB30CE-BLK?

The GB30CE NAT and the GB30CE-BLK are the same bass, a jumbo cutaway with a solid spruce top, mahogany back, sides and neck, and the TK-40B preamp. The only difference is the finish: Gloss Natural versus Gloss Black.

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 Premium membership. The membership includes courses from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons. A card is needed to sign up, but nothing is charged today. After 12 months the membership renews at $188 a year unless you cancel.

Is the Takamine GB30CE solid wood or laminate?

The Takamine GB30CE has a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides.

Does the Takamine GB30CE have a pickup?

Yes. The Takamine GB30CE has built-in electronics (Takamine TK-40B preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch), plus a cutaway for reaching the higher frets.

How is the Takamine GB30CE tuned?

The Takamine GB30CE is tuned E-A-D-G, the standard bass tuning.

Who is the Takamine GB30CE for?

The Takamine GB30CE suits bass players who want a bass they can play unplugged at jams and rehearsals. Its solid spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more volume and depth than an all-laminate instrument. 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.

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