Takamine FSF40C

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Takamine FSF40C

Takamine

FSF40C

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 616345
Brand: Takamine
Model: FSF40C
Price: $1,868.90

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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.

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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.

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