Takamine GF49CE CB

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Takamine GF49CE CB

Takamine

GF49CE CB

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 608462
Brand: Takamine
Model: GF49CE CB
Price: $658.90

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The GF49CE CB is a really solid all-around guitar – great for gigging singer-songwriters or anyone needing a reliable amplified acoustic. The spruce top gives it a lovely sparkle, while the mahogany keeps it warm and controlled. It’s a fantastic value for the money, offering a lot of pro-level features without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Takamine GF49CE CB
  • Steel-String Guitart with Pickup
  • Type: FX-guitar with cutaway
  • Top: Solid spruce
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Set-in neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Indian laurel
  • White dot fingerboard inlays
  • Body bibding: Rot and black
  • Scale: 644 mm (25.4")
  • Nut width: 42.5 mm (1.67")
  • Nut: Plastic
  • Frets: 20
  • Pickup: Takamine TP-3G Preamp
  • Volume
  • bass
  • mid and treble controls
  • Saddle: Plastic
  • Bridge: Indian laurel
  • Black machine heads
  • Colour: Cosmic Black Sparkle high-gloss
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, responsive, and articulate tone.
  • • Mahogany back and sides provide warmth and a focused midrange presence.
  • • Takamine TP-3G preamp offers surprisingly clean and usable amplified sound.
  • • Cosmic Black Sparkle finish is stunning and provides a unique aesthetic.
CONS
  • • Plastic nut and saddle are budget concessions; upgrades are possible but add cost.
  • • Mahogany construction can be somewhat 'boxed in' for players seeking very open acoustics.
  • • Cutaway access isn't as effortless as higher-end models with more sculpted heels.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Indian Laurel
Scale Length 644 mm (25.4 in)
Frets 20
Electronics Takamine TP-3G Preamp (Volume, Bass, Mid, Treble controls)
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The TP-3G is surprisingly good, but lacks the nuance and tonal shaping of Takamine’s higher-end preamps – still perfectly usable for most situations though.
The neck has a fairly standard 'C' shape, with a 42.5 mm nut width, which is comfortable for most hand sizes but might feel a little snug for those with very large hands.
The finish itself shouldn't have a significant impact on the acoustic tone. It’s purely aesthetic and the quality of the wood and construction are the primary factors determining the sound.

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