Description
Takamine GD74CE-12U NAT Unison 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a spruce, reinforced top and flame maple back and sides, a gloss natural finish and built-in electronics (Takamine TP-3G preamp with three-band EQ and a chromatic tuner), tuned E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E, all pairs tuned in unison. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons with Terry Carter.
Specifications
| SKU | TAKGD74CE12UNAT |
|---|---|
| Model | GD74CE-12U |
| Body shape | Dreadnought Cutaway |
| Strings | 12 (six pairs) |
| Top | Spruce, reinforced with double-X bracing |
| Back | Flame Maple |
| Sides | Flame Maple |
| Neck | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Laurel |
| Finish | Gloss Natural |
| Electronics | Takamine TP-3G preamp with three-band EQ and a chromatic tuner |
| Inlay | "Reverse mountain" inlay at the 12th fret |
| Pickguard | Pearloid |
| Binding, purfling and rosette | Specialized wood detailing |
| Length | 1073 mm (42.24 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Case | Takamine gig bag included |
| Tuning | E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E, all pairs tuned in unison |
Measurements
| Nut width | 47.5 mm (1.87 in) |
|---|---|
| Scale length | 644 mm (25.35 in) |
| Width | 398.6 mm (15.69 in) |
What is included
- Takamine GD74CE-12U NAT Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Takamine 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 with Terry Carter
WARRANTY - Takamine Limited Warranty
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takamine GD74CE-12U NAT and the GD30CE-12?
The GD74CE-12U is built for unison stringing, with a reinforced spruce top, double-X bracing, flame maple back and sides, a maple neck, the TP-3G preamp, and a gig bag. The GD30CE-12 is a standard octave-strung 12-string with solid spruce top, okoume back and sides, a mahogany neck, and the TP-4TD preamp.
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 membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
What wood is the Takamine GD74CE-12U made of?
The Takamine GD74CE-12U has a spruce, reinforced top and flame maple back and sides.
Does the Takamine GD74CE-12U have a pickup?
Yes. The Takamine GD74CE-12U has built-in electronics (Takamine TP-3G preamp with three-band EQ and a chromatic tuner).
How is the Takamine GD74CE-12U tuned?
The Takamine GD74CE-12U is tuned E-E-A-A-D-D-G-G-B-B-E-E, all pairs tuned in unison.
Who is the Takamine GD74CE-12U for?
The Takamine GD74CE-12U 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.
