Takamine GD74CE 12 String Acoustic Electric Guitar Natural Open Box
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
In stock
- SKU
- TAKGD74CE12UNAT-U
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
A solid spruce top with double-X bracing gives the GD74CE a warm, resonant 12-string voice with strong sustain and projection, while flamed maple back and sides and a maple neck add a bright, articulate edge to the classic shimmer and chime. The unison-strung dreadnought cutaway handles both hard strumming and delicate fingerstyle, suiting regional Mexican music, folk, and fingerstyle arrangements, and it cuts through in ensemble settings. Plugged in, the Takamine TP-3G electronics with 3-band EQ let you shape that natural 12-string richness for the stage.
Takamine GD74CE 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Natural
The GD74CE captures the characteristic shimmer and chime essential to 12-string recordings, with a dreadnought cutaway body engineered for balanced acoustic tone and genuine playability across its maple neck. Built around a reinforced solid spruce top with double-X bracing, this model produces warm, resonant tone with excellent sustain and projection—the kind of sonic character that commands presence in a mix and translates cleanly whether tracked acoustically or amplified through studio monitoring. The unison stringing configuration proves particularly valuable for sessions spanning regional Mexican music styles, folk, and fingerstyle arrangements where that distinctive 12-string richness defines the track's character.
Construction & Tonal Character
The solid spruce top with double-X bracing provides the reinforced structure necessary to support 12-string tension while maintaining responsive sustain and tonal clarity across recording takes. Flamed maple back and sides paired with a maple neck and laurel fingerboard create a bright, articulate sonic foundation that responds consistently to both aggressive strumming and delicate fingerstyle techniques—critical for maintaining consistent takes and layering during multi-track sessions.
Studio Electronics & Tracking Versatility
The onboard Takamine TP-3G electronics system includes a built-in tuner and 3-band EQ, enabling quick session adjustments to shape the 12-string's natural shimmer for direct tracking or amp miking without altering the instrument's acoustic character. A 47.5mm nut width provides ergonomic spacing across all six courses for extended recording sessions, and the dreadnought cutaway body design ensures comfortable access to higher frets without fatigue or technique compromise.
Key Features
- Dreadnought cutaway body shape
- Solid spruce top with double-X bracing
- Flamed maple back and sides
- Maple neck with laurel fingerboard
- 12-string configuration (unison stringing for regional Mexican music styles)
- 47.5mm nut width
- Takamine TP-3G electronics with built-in tuner
- 3-band EQ control
- Pearloid pickguard
- Natural gloss finish
- Sturdy Takamine gig bag included
The GD74CE combines authentic 12-string voice with practical studio-ready electronics and genuine playability—a versatile tracking instrument for producers and engineers who need both tonal character and real-world session functionality.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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About this open-box unit
| Condition | Open box - from our own stock, sold at a reduced price |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $168 under the new unit ($1,399) |
| Includes | Original packaging and all factory accessories |
| Returns | 30-day money-back return policy |
Prefer a brand-new one? Takamine GD74CE 12 String Acoustic Electric Guitar Natural is in the catalog at $1,399.
Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Pickups | Under Saddle |
| Strings | 12 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Folk, Fingerstyle, Regional Mexican music, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm and resonant, bright articulate, shimmer and chime, excellent sustain, strong projection |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Hard Rock (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does open box mean, and what condition is this guitar in?
Open box means the unit was unboxed for inspection or display but is fully functional with no defects—it may show minor cosmetic imperfections. This example has been inspected and set up by our technicians, ships in original packaging with all factory accessories, and is covered by a 30-day money-back return policy.
Is this 12-string suitable for fingerstyle, or is it only for strumming?
The GD74CE excels at both—the 47.5mm nut width provides ergonomic spacing across all six courses, and the responsive maple neck and flamed maple construction reward delicate fingerstyle work as much as aggressive strumming. It's particularly well-suited to folk and fingerstyle arrangements where 12-string richness defines the voice.
How does the cutaway affect comfort and playability?
The dreadnought cutaway body design ensures comfortable access to higher frets without compromising the overall voice or projection of the instrument, making it easier to play passages higher on the neck while maintaining full 12-string presence.
What genres and styles is this guitar best for?
The GD74CE shines in folk, country, regional Mexican music, fingerstyle arrangements, and ensemble settings where that characteristic 12-string shimmer and chime are essential. It is not designed for metal, hard rock, or djent styles.
Can I amplify this guitar, and how does the onboard electronics work?
Yes—the Takamine TP-3G electronics system includes a built-in tuner and 3-band EQ, allowing you to shape the 12-string's natural tone for any performance environment without sacrificing its authentic character whether played acoustically or amplified.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $86 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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