Takamine GC3CE Natural Solid Cedar Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons

Takamine GC3CE Natural Solid Cedar Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid cedar, fan-braced top and mahogany back and sides, a gloss natural finish, a cutaway and built-in electronics (Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain 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	TAKGC3CENAT
Model	GC3CE
Body shape	Classical Cutaway
Strings	6, nylon
Top	Solid Cedar, fan-braced
Back	Mahogany
Sides	Mahogany
Neck	Mahogany, dovetail neck joint
Fingerboard	Laurel
Finish	Gloss Natural
Electronics	Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain 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 GC3CE 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 GC3CE and the GC5CE?

Both are classical cutaways with a fan-braced solid top, a mahogany neck, a laurel fingerboard, and the TP-4T preamp. The GC3CE has a solid cedar top with mahogany back and sides and chrome tuners, and the GC5CE has a solid spruce top with black walnut back and sides and gold tuners.

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 GC3CE solid wood or laminate?

The Takamine GC3CE has a solid cedar, fan-braced top and mahogany back and sides.

Does the Takamine GC3CE have a pickup?

Yes. The Takamine GC3CE has built-in electronics (Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls), plus a cutaway for reaching the higher frets.

How is the Takamine GC3CE tuned?

The Takamine GC3CE is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.

Who is the Takamine GC3CE for?

The Takamine GC3CE suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid cedar, fan-braced top gives a warm and rich 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.

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