What is a Takamine guitar?

With a history dating back to 1962, Takamine was one of a sea of luthiers catering to the cultural revolution of the '60s and '70s... and it didn't take long for them to set themselves apart. The strong, steel-stringed sounds of Takamine acoustic guitars made them sought after by musicians all over the world.

Is the Takamine tp-4t preamp compatible with Pro Series Takamine Guitars?

The TP-4T preamp is designed for use only in G Series model guitars and are not compatible with Pro Series Takamine guitars made in Japan. The Takamine TP-4T preamp found on G Series guitars features a gain knob, a tuner, an active shelving system EQ with bass, middle, and treble frequency slider controls, and a low battery light.

Does the Takamine tld-2 have tone shaping controls?

The TLD-2 does have 3 simple tone shaping controls if you care to extract and tinker. But you are likely to find the preset TLD-2, combined with our renowned Palathetic pickup, as Takamine ’s warmest and most natural acoustic – electric tone yet - and that’s saying something.

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Q: How can you tell what year a Takamine Pro Series is?

Japanese-built Takamine Pro Series guitars can be reliably dated from the eight-digit serial numbers typically found at the neck block inside the instruments. The first two digits designate the year of manufacture, followed by two digits denoting the month.

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Takamine Guitar User Manuals Download ManualsLib

Download 110 Takamine Guitar PDF manuals. User manuals, Takamine Guitar Operating guides and Service manuals.

Takamine Guitars Download Center

Download parts & specs for all Takamine models. Download Center Parts and Specs: Preamps
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Takamine TK-40 Guitar Owner's manual PDF View/Download

Radio Shack 15-320 User's Manual Operation & user’s manual (7 pages) Takamine TP-4T Owner's Manual Owner's manual (2 pages) Takamine TK-40: Frequently viewed Manuals. Planet Audio PL3000.1D User Manual Operation & user’s manual (12 pages) Phasemation CA-1000 Owner's Manual ...

Takamine TP-4T acoustic guitar preamp review and user

Dec 29, 2015 . A comprehensive review of the Takamine TP-4T acoustic guitar preamp. This is one of the preamps currently being fitted to Takamine G-series guitars, specific...

Takamine Guitars Pre-Amps

The Takamine line driver preamp (TLD-2) is a simple circuit designed to buffer the pickup and boost the current of the signal to eliminate any degradation with long cables. It is clean and quiet with a minimal amount of wiring and is discreetly mounted within the output jack assembly providing no outward sign of on-board electronics.
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Takamine Guitars :: Dating Your Takamine

Guitars Made from 1962-2012 (excluding G-Series) Japanese-built Takamine guitars made between 1962 and mid/late 2012 can be reliably dated from the eight-digit serial numbers typically found at the neck block inside the instruments. The first two digits designate the year of manufacture, followed by two digits denoting the month.
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Best Takamine G Series Guitars Review

How to Choose The Best Takamine G Series (Buyer’s Guide) Type of Wood. The glorious sound of an acoustic comes from top tonewood. All G Series model guitars use a great selection of woods. So wood shouldn’t be an issue on your search. With exception of the GD20, which has a cedar top, they all have a …
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Takamine Guitars :: product-details

Model # TSP178ACK N (THINLINE): Top: KOA Arched: Back: KOA Arched: Sides: KOA: Neck: Mahogany: Fingerboard: Ebony: Scale: 630 mm: Nut Width: 42 mm: Electronics: CT-3N ...
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Takamine Guitars :: Archive

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Takamine Guitar Dater and Serial Number Search Lookup Tool

Brief Takamine History The Takamine company started in 1959 in the village of Sakashita Japan at the foot of Mount Takamine. The brand rose in popularity during the 1960s and then the company decided to expand to international customers in the 1970s.

The Takamine CT4B II acoustic guitar preamp - review and

A comprehensive review of the Takamine CT4B II acoustic guitar preamp. This is one of the three preamps currently being fitted to Takamine pro series guitars...

The Takamine CTP-2 "Cool Tube" Acoustic Guitar Preamp

A feature-length exposition of Takamine's flagship acoustic guitar preamp, covering all the features of this unit, including connections, local and remote po...

Takamine TK40 Preamp - YouTube

Takamine artist Brad Davis talks about the TK40 guitar preamp. This video will help you determine if the tone and options on the TK40 are the right match for...

Takamine Acoustic Guitars Guitar Center

msrp:769.99,lowPrice:549.99. 4.5. of 5 stars. (21) Reviews. Compare. Compare Now site51500000000205401 1500000298943. Top Seller. Open quick view dialog for Takamine G Series GD30CE-12 Dreadnought 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar.
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Takamine Guitars Reverb

Takamine Guitars Takamine is best known for their acoustic guitar designs, with signature models produced for Toby Keith, Glenn Frey, and Kenny Chesney. The company ran into some legal troubles with Martin early on, but produced some of the first acoustic electrics with a …
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User reviews: Takamine EF508C - Audiofanzine

The polishes are impeccably applied, the species chosen are beautiful (walnut stained antique cedar + body). By itself, the back of the neck is a rgal eye. Mahogany, it possde key rosewood with mother of pearl inlay one the 12th box. The frets are ultra thin and flat and offer true comfort of play.

Vintage Guitars for Sale: takamine

Nampa, Idaho, 836**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. $875. You're bidding on a nicely preserved, case-kept vintage 1980 Takamine F-307 Acoustic Guitar from the "Lawsuit Era " . Date stamped inside is Nov 28 1980. It was designed to look like a Martin and some have actually preferred this model over a Martin.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Takamine guitar?

With a history dating back to 1962, Takamine was one of a sea of luthiers catering to the cultural revolution of the '60s and '70s... and it didn't take long for them to set themselves apart. The strong, steel-stringed sounds of Takamine acoustic guitars made them sought after by musicians all over the world.
How can you tell what year a Takamine Pro Series is?

Japanese-built Takamine Pro Series guitars can be reliably dated from the eight-digit serial numbers typically found at the neck block inside the instruments. The first two digits designate the year of manufacture, followed by two digits denoting the month.
Is the Takamine tp-4t preamp compatible with Pro Series Takamine Guitars?

The TP-4T preamp is designed for use only in G Series model guitars and are not compatible with Pro Series Takamine guitars made in Japan. The Takamine TP-4T preamp found on G Series guitars features a gain knob, a tuner, an active shelving system EQ with bass, middle, and treble frequency slider controls, and a low battery light.
Does the Takamine tld-2 have tone shaping controls?

The TLD-2 does have 3 simple tone shaping controls if you care to extract and tinker. But you are likely to find the preset TLD-2, combined with our renowned Palathetic pickup, as Takamine’s warmest and most natural acoustic – electric tone yet - and that’s saying something.