Description
Takamine GF49CE-CB Cosmic Black Sparkle Acoustic-Electric Grand Concert Guitar — Complete Bundle with $396 in Lessons and Accessories Included Free
I've been playing guitar for over 30 years — started as a studio musician in Los Angeles, and now I run Terry Carter Music Store and a music education platform that's taught thousands of students how to play. When you buy this Takamine GF49CE-CB from us, you're not just getting the guitar — you're getting everything you need to start playing it the right way.
The Takamine GF49CE-CB is unlike anything else on the market. A gloss Cosmic Black Sparkle finish that genuinely catches the light on stage, paired with bold red binding accents that pop against the black. This isn't a guitar that blends in — it's a guitar that gets remarked on every time you pull it out of the case. Combine that visual statement with a spruce top, sapele back and sides, comfortable grand concert body, and TP-3G electronics, and you've got a guitar that performs as well as it looks. This is the one your audience remembers.
What's Included in This Bundle — $396 in Free Value
🎸 Takamine GF49CE-CB Cosmic Black Sparkle Grand Concert Guitar ($699 value) — the actual instrument, built right, set up right by our team, ready to play.
🔧 Free Professional Setup by Our In-House Tech ($55 value) — every guitar gets a professional setup before it ships. Action adjusted, intonation checked, neck relief dialed in. You don't get this from Sweetwater or Amazon — they ship from a warehouse box. We ship from a real music store.
🎓 12-Month Rock Like The Pros Premium Membership ($240 value) — full access to every course at rocklikethepros.com, beginner through advanced. Plus weekly live Zoom lessons with me, included with every Premium membership. Ask questions in real time and learn alongside other guitarists in the community.
📗 Rock Like The Pros Blues Mastery Book ($16.95 value) — choose Beginning or Intermediate at checkout. The perfect companion to your online courses.
🎵 Premium Acoustic Guitar String Set ($20 value) — your first restring is already covered.
🎸 TCMS Branded Guitar Strap ($25 value) — a real strap for a real guitar. Not a cheap freebie.
🚚 Free Insured Continental US Shipping ($40 value) — insured and tracked, every time. No upcharges.
Total Added Value: $396 | Your Price: $699 (same MAP as Sweetwater, GC, and Musicians Friend)
Why Buy From Terry Carter Music Store
You could buy this exact guitar from Sweetwater, Guitar Center, or Musicians Friend for the same price. Same MAP. Same warranty. Same Takamine. Here's what's different about buying from us:
- You're buying from a 30-year musician and educator. I spent years as a studio musician in Los Angeles before opening Terry Carter Music Store in 2018. Since then we've shipped over 29,000 orders to players around the world.
- You're supporting a small online-only shop based in San Diego. Not a corporate warehouse. A real team of musicians who pick, set up, and ship every guitar by hand.
- You're getting a full year of expert instruction included — plus weekly live Zoom lessons with me, included with every Premium membership. Sweetwater can't bundle this. Only we can — because I built it.
- You're getting setup, strings, and accessories Sweetwater charges extra for — all included free.
- You're backed by award-winning customer service. Call us, email us, ask us anything. We're guitar players helping guitar players.
About the Takamine GF49CE-CB Cosmic Black Sparkle Grand Concert Guitar
The Takamine GF49CE-CB Cosmic Black Sparkle Grand Concert Guitar delivers a striking visual appeal with its gloss cosmic black sparkle finish and red binding accents. The spruce top enhances clarity and projection, while the sapele back and sides add warmth and balance to every note. The grand concert body size offers comfortable playability, making it ideal for both seated practice and stage performance. The mahogany neck paired with a laurel fretboard ensures smooth fretting action across all 21 frets. The 12" fretboard radius and 1.67" nut width create a familiar feel that suits a wide range of playing styles.
Performance and Electronics
The Takamine GF49CE-CB Grand Concert Guitar stands out because of its Takamine TP-3G preamp, delivering reliable amplified tone for live settings. The X bracing supports resonance and durability, so players can expect consistent sound quality over time. The closed geared tuners provide stable tuning, especially when paired with standard steel strings in E-A-D-G-B-E tuning. The 25.35" scale length contributes to excellent string tension and articulation across the fretboard. The Takamine GF49CE-CB Cosmic Black Sparkle Grand Concert Guitar combines eye-catching design with dependable performance, making it a versatile choice for modern guitarists.
Specifications:
- Size: Grand Concert Guitar
- Top: Spruce
- Back & Sides: Sapele
- Finish: Gloss Cosmic Black Sparkle
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Laurel
- Binding: Red
- Bracing: X
- Top Fret Markers: Dots
- Electronics: Takamine TP-3G Preamp
- Tuners: Closed Geared
- Strings: Steel
- Tuning: E-A-D-G-B-E
Measurements:
- Scale Length: 25.35"
- Nut Width: 1.67"
- Fretboard Radius: 12"
- Frets: 21
- Warranty: Full Takamine Limited Warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this guitar in stock? Yes. We have this guitar in our San Diego location. When you order, we set it up, package it carefully, and ship it directly to you within 1-2 business days.
Q: Does this guitar come with a case or gig bag? Takamine does not include a gig bag with the GF49CE-CB. We have compatible padded grand concert gig bags available as an add-on — recommended for safe transport and storage.
Q: How do I access the Rock Like The Pros membership? You'll receive an email within 24 hours of your order with login credentials and instructions to access rocklikethepros.com.
Q: Can I choose which Blues Mastery book I receive? Yes — at checkout you can select Beginning, Intermediate, or both.
Q: What if I'm not happy with the guitar? 30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
TERRY CARTER MUSIC STORE ADVANTAGE:
- 12-Month Uke Like The Pros AND Rock Like The Pros Premium Membership ($480 combined value) — included with every bundle
- Free Professional Setup before shipping
- Fast and Insured Shipping
- Award Winning Customer Service
- 29,000+ orders shipped since 2018
Compare price: $1,095 (Guitar + included accessories at standalone value)
Selling price: $699
