The new G Series classical guitars are crafted with spruce tops and mahogany or rosewood backs and sides. GC3 and GC5 series models are fitted with premium solid spruce tops with classic fan bracing. Each GC1 series acoustic-electric model is outfitted with the Takamine TP-E preamp with built-in tuner, while the GC3 and GC5 series acoustic-electric models come with the Takamine TP-4T preamp with built-in tuner. (MSRP: $289.99 – $584.99)
Every new Takamine G Series bass is built with a solid spruce top, a 21-fret neck with a 16” fingerboard radius, and Takamine TK-40B electronics with on-board tuning. With mahogany back and sides, the GB30CE comes in gloss natural or gloss black finish. The GB72CE is made with flame maple back and sides, and is available in gloss natural or gloss sunburst finish. (MSRP: $729.99 – $859.99)
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