TAKGN37CELHPW vs TAKGN37CEPW — Compare
Takamine GN37CE LH PW W/GIG BAG acoustic vs Takamine GN37CE PW W/GIG BAG acoustic
The GN37CE LH PW is a left-handed instrument with full mirror-image design, while the GN37CE PW is right-handed. Choose the LH PW if you play left-handed; choose the standard PW if you play right-handed.
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Specs side by side
| Takamine GN37CE LH PW W/GIG BAG acoustic | Takamine GN37CE PW W/GIG BAG acoustic | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.00 | $899.00 |
| Brand | Takamine | Takamine |
| Series | Takamine G Series | Takamine G Series |
| Scale | 25.3" Scale | 25.3" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | — | Maple |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Takamine GN37CE LH PW W/GIG BAG acoustic
- ✓ Full mirror-image left-handed design for natural playing position
- ✓ Compact NEX cutaway body with excellent portability
- ✓ Solid spruce top with warm maple body for balanced tone
- ✓ TP-3G preamp with tuner and 3-band EQ for live performance
Why choose Takamine GN37CE PW W/GIG BAG acoustic
- ✓ Right-handed configuration suits the majority of players
- ✓ Bright, focused tone with articulate midrange and clear projection
- ✓ Solid spruce, maple back and sides deliver excellent sustain
- ✓ TP-3G preamp with NEX pickup system captures natural acoustic character
Frequently asked questions
What is the actual difference between these two guitars besides handedness?
Both share the same NEX Cutaway body design, 644mm scale length, 42.5mm nut width, solid spruce top, maple back and sides, rosewood fingerboard, and TP-3G preamp. The LH PW features a C-profile maple neck and is fully mirrored for left-handed play, while the standard PW uses a bolt-on maple neck and is right-handed.
Are the tonal characteristics identical between these models?
Both guitars produce articulate, balanced tone with good projection and sustain from their solid spruce and maple construction. The LH PW emphasizes warm sustain and cut-through projection, while the standard PW highlights bright focus and midrange clarity—slight marketing variations of the same core design.
Which guitar is better for gigging and live performance?
Both are equally suitable for gigging and live performance. They share the compact NEX Cutaway design for portability, identical electronics with onboard tuner and 3-band EQ, and come with gig bags for transport.
Are these guitars suitable for beginners or intermediate players?
Both models are rated for intermediate, advanced, and professional skill levels. The comfortable 644mm scale and 42.5mm nut width make them accessible, but they are designed primarily as working instruments for experienced players rather than beginner models.