Takamine GC5CE LH Left-Handed Natural Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons

Takamine GC5CE LH Left-Handed Natural Classical Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce, fan-braced top and black walnut 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	TAKGC5CELHNAT
Model	GC5CE
Body shape	Classical Cutaway (left-handed)
Strings	6, nylon
Top	Solid Spruce, fan-braced
Back	Black Walnut
Sides	Black Walnut
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	Gold 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 GC5CE LH 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 GC5CE LH and the GC5 LH?

The GC5CE LH has a Venetian-style cutaway and the onboard TP-4T preamp. The GC5 LH has no cutaway and no onboard electronics. Both are left-handed classical guitars with a fan-braced solid spruce top, black walnut back and sides, a mahogany neck, and a laurel fingerboard.

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 GC5CE solid wood or laminate?

The Takamine GC5CE has a solid spruce, fan-braced top and black walnut back and sides.

Does the Takamine GC5CE have a pickup?

Yes. The Takamine GC5CE 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 GC5CE tuned?

The Takamine GC5CE is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.

Who is the Takamine GC5CE for?

The Takamine GC5CE suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid spruce, fan-braced 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.

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