Takamine GD38CE-BLK Black 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons


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Description

Takamine GD38CE-BLK Black 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top and sapele back and sides, a gloss finish and built-in electronics (TP-3G Preamp Pickup, 3 Band EQ & Chromatic Tuner), tuned E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons.

Specifications

SKU TAKGD38CEBLK
Model GD38CE-BLK
Size 12-String Dreadnought Guitar
Color Black
Top Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Sapele
Finish Gloss
Fretboard Radius 12"
Neck Mahogany
Fretboard & Bridge Laurel
Binding White
Bracing X
Top Fret Markers Emblems
Electronics TP-3G Preamp Pickup, 3 Band EQ & Chromatic Tuner
Tuners Closed Geared
Strings Steel
Tuning E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E

Measurements

Scale Length 25.3”
Nut Width 1.87”
Frets 21

What is included

  • Takamine GD38CE-BLK Black 12-String Guitar
  • Takamine GBXW gig bag
  • 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 - Full Takamine Limited Warranty

Common questions

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 GD38CE-BLK solid wood or laminate?

The Takamine GD38CE-BLK has a solid spruce top and sapele back and sides.

Does the Takamine GD38CE-BLK have a pickup?

Yes. The Takamine GD38CE-BLK has built-in electronics (TP-3G Preamp Pickup, 3 Band EQ & Chromatic Tuner).

How is the Takamine GD38CE-BLK tuned?

The Takamine GD38CE-BLK is tuned E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E.

Does the Takamine GD38CE-BLK come with a case or gig bag?

Yes. The Takamine GD38CE-BLK comes with a Takamine GBXW gig bag.

Who is the Takamine GD38CE-BLK for?

The Takamine GD38CE-BLK suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid 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.

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