Takamine FSF40C
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Takamine
FSF40C
Product Info
Article Number:
616345
Brand:
Takamine
Model:
FSF40C
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,868.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The FSF40C is a seriously refined acoustic. That cedar top gives it a lovely warmth, while the sapele provides plenty of clarity. It's a premium-priced instrument perfect for fingerstyle players or anyone wanting a balanced, stage-ready acoustic with a touch of elegance.
Product Description
- Takamine FSF40C
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Style: NEX with cutaway
- Top: Solid cedar
- Back and sides: Solid sapele
- Black body binding
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard and bridge: Rosewood
- Scale: 644 mm
- Nut width: 42.5 mm
- Rosette: Abalone
- Pickup: Takamine CTF-2N preamp
- Colour: Natural
- high-gloss
- Includes soft case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Solid cedar top delivers a warm, responsive tone with excellent projection.
- • Sapele back and sides provide a balanced, articulate foundation to the sound.
- • CTF-2N preamp offers clear, natural amplified sound with useful EQ controls.
- • Japanese craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and meticulous attention to detail.
CONS
- • Cedar top is susceptible to dings and scratches, requiring careful handling.
- • High-gloss finish might feel a little thick for some players’ preferences.
- • NEX body shape, while comfortable, isn't the absolute largest for maximum bass response.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Cedar
Back & Sides
Solid Sapele
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
644 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
Takamine CTF-2N Preamp
Weight
1.9 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CTF-2N offers a more natural amplified tone and a wider dynamic range compared to older Takamine preamps, with a more intuitive EQ section.
The mahogany neck has a comfortable 'C' shape profile, and the 42.5mm nut width provides enough space for most hand sizes, though those preferring a very wide neck might find it slightly snug.
Cedar generally produces a warmer, more immediate tone than spruce, with a quicker response, but less headroom at higher volumes. Spruce will be brighter and more versatile for a wider range of playing styles.
