Takamine GD11M CE NS acoustic
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- SKU
- TAKGD11MCENS
- Color
- Natural
Description
Sound & Tone
All-mahogany construction across the top, back and sides gives this dreadnought a warm, focused voice with a strong articulate midrange rather than a bright, scooped shimmer, and the rosewood fingerboard and 644mm scale keep notes clear and sustaining. It handles both fingerpicked passages and full strummed chords, which suits folk, singer-songwriter material and lighter rock. Plugged in, the TP-4T preamp with its three-band EQ, gain control and built-in tuner lets you shape the amplified signal while keeping the guitar's natural acoustic character intact, and the cutaway opens up higher-fret work for lead lines and melody playing.
Takamine GD11MCE Dreadnought Acoustic Electric Guitar Natural
The GD11MCE captures articulate, well-balanced acoustic tone with excellent clarity and sustain, translating reliably to microphone, line input, or direct recording chain. All-mahogany construction delivers a warm, focused midrange character that cuts through dense mixes while retaining natural acoustic resonance. The cutaway body and responsive action accommodate detailed fingerpicking and full chord voicings in a single instrument, ideal for layering multiple guitar parts across singer-songwriter, folk, and alternative sessions.
Tone & Electronics for Recording
Mahogany construction throughout the top, back, and sides creates a warm, focused voice with articulate midrange response. The TP-4T preamp system includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls, allowing precise tone shaping and reliable amplified performance without coloration of the acoustic signal. Direct-out capability integrates seamlessly into mixing workflows—dial in your tone at the source and capture clean, consistent takes across multiple passes.
Playability & Structural Design
The 42.5mm nut width and 644mm scale length provide comfortable spacing and responsive intonation across the fingerboard. A mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard ensures structural stability and smooth playability, while the cutaway dreadnought body balances projection with accessibility for higher-fret work.
Key Features
- All-mahogany construction: top, back, sides, and neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Cutaway dreadnought body style
- 42.5mm nut width
- 644mm scale length
- Body dimensions: 1049.3mm length × 402.5mm width × 125mm depth
- Takamine TP-4T preamp system with built-in tuner
- Three-band EQ and gain controls
- Natural finish
This instrument excels as a production workhorse—reliable amplified tone for tracking, gigging, or session work without sacrificing the acoustic character that defines the instrument in a mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Acoustic Unplugged
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill levels is this guitar suited for?
The GD11MCE is designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. Its comfortable nut width (42.5mm), balanced action, and responsive fingerboard work equally well for fingerpicking and full chord work across all experience levels.
Does the built-in preamp color the acoustic tone?
No. The TP-4T preamp system is designed to retain the guitar's natural acoustic character when amplified. The three-band EQ and gain controls allow precise tone shaping without adding unwanted coloration to the mahogany's warm, articulate voice.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The GD11MCE excels in folk, singer-songwriter, and acoustic-unplugged styles. It can handle light rock as well, but it is not designed for metal or thrash-metal applications.
What is included with the preamp system?
The Takamine TP-4T preamp includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ controls, and adjustable gain, allowing you to shape your tone and plug directly into an amplifier or mixing board.
How does the cutaway body affect playability?
The cutaway dreadnought design balances acoustic projection with accessibility for higher-fret work, making it easier to reach the upper frets without sacrificing the full, warm tone of the dreadnought body style.
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