Takamine GC1CE Natural Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons

Takamine GC1CE Natural Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a spruce, fan-braced top and sapele back and sides, a gloss natural finish, a cutaway and built-in electronics (Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, volume, bass, middle and treble controls), 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.

Specifications

SKU	TAKGC1CENAT
Model	GC1CE
Body shape	Classical Cutaway
Strings	6, nylon
Top	Spruce, fan-braced
Back	Sapele
Sides	Sapele
Neck	Mahogany, dovetail neck joint
Fingerboard	Laurel
Finish	Gloss Natural
Electronics	Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, volume, bass, middle and treble controls
Nut & Saddle	Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle
Rosette	Inlaid mosaic rosette
Tuners	Chrome with white pearl buttons
Length	995.5 mm (39.19 in)
Depth at end	100 mm (3.94 in)
Compatible case (sold separately)	Takamine CTAKSH300A semi-hard case
Tuning	E-A-D-G-B-E

Measurements

Nut width	50.8 mm (2.00 in)
Scale length	650 mm (25.59 in)
Width	370 mm (14.57 in)

What is included

• Takamine GC1CE Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar
• 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 GC1CE and the GC2CE?

Both are classical cutaways with a fan-braced spruce top, sapele back and sides, a mahogany neck, a laurel fingerboard, and the TP-4T preamp. The GC1CE has a gloss natural finish, and the GC2CE has 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 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.

What wood is the Takamine GC1CE made of?

The Takamine GC1CE has a spruce, fan-braced top and sapele back and sides.

Does the Takamine GC1CE have a pickup?

Yes. The Takamine GC1CE has built-in electronics (Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, volume, bass, middle and treble controls), plus a cutaway for reaching the higher frets.

How is the Takamine GC1CE tuned?

The Takamine GC1CE is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.

Who is the Takamine GC1CE for?

The Takamine GC1CE suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. 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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