Takamine GF49CE Acoustic Electric Guitar Cosmic Black Sparkle
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Takamine GF49CE Acoustic Electric Guitar Cosmic Black Sparkle
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- SKU
- TAKGF49CECB
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid spruce top over sapele back and sides gives this Takamine a clear, resonant voice with crystalline trebles and full lows, balanced enough to handle both delicate fingerstyle and driving strummed rhythm. The 25.4" scale and 42.5mm nut keep string tension even and fretting spacing comfortable, while the FX cutaway opens up the upper frets for lead lines and extended chord voicings. Amplified, the TP-3G preamp with its 3-band EQ reproduces that acoustic character transparently, suiting folk, singer-songwriter, pop, and light rock work on stage or at a home recording setup.
Takamine GF49CE Acoustic Electric Guitar Cosmic Black Sparkle
The GF49CE captures a responsive, balanced acoustic voice through its rounded FX cutaway body and fast mahogany neck that tracks cleanly during tracking sessions. The solid spruce top paired with sapele back and sides produces warm, crystalline trebles and full-bodied lows that sit naturally in the mix for both fingerstyle arrangements and rhythmic layers. Built-in TP-3G electronics with integrated tuner and 3-band EQ enable direct recording to your DAW or mixing console without external preamps, making tracking quick and efficient in home studio setups.
Playability & Tracking Comfort
The 42.5mm nut width and 644mm (25.4") scale length deliver comfortable fretting spacing and balanced finger tension across the 21 frets. The mahogany neck and laurel fingerboard provide stability during extended recording sessions, while the FX cutaway grants access to upper frets for layering solos, fills, and extended techniques that expand your arrangement palette.
Tone & Direct Recording
The solid spruce top with sapele body woods establishes a naturally resonant acoustic foundation that maintains clarity and definition when tracked directly into your interface. The onboard TP-3G preamp features a built-in tuner and full tone-shaping capability—volume, bass, mid, and treble controls—delivering transparent amplification with minimal signal coloration, perfect for achieving consistent takes across multiple overdubs.
Key Features
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back & Sides: Sapele
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Body Shape: FX Cutaway
- Nut Width: 42.5mm
- Scale: 644mm (25.4")
- Frets: 21
- Electronics: TP-3G with built-in tuner and 3-band EQ
- Finish: Cosmic Black Sparkle with red ABS binding
- Case Included: CTAKSH100A
This Takamine GF49CE combines proven construction quality with responsive electronics, making it a reliable workhorse across folk, singer-songwriter, pop, and light rock production work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Auditorium Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | Under Saddle |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Folk, Singer-Songwriter, Pop, Light Rock, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm trebles, full-bodied lows, articulate, crystalline highs, responsive |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar built for?
The GF49CE suits intermediate and advanced players. Its responsive action, fast mahogany neck, and 42.5mm nut width provide comfortable fretting spacing and balanced string tension, supporting both detailed fingerstyle articulation and driving rhythmic play across extended sessions.
Does it come with a case?
Yes, the CTAKSH100A case is included with purchase.
How does the onboard preamp work, and what controls does it have?
The TP-3G preamp includes a built-in tuner and 3-band EQ with separate volume, bass, mid, and treble controls. It provides transparent tone-shaping without coloration, so you can adjust your sound for stage amplification or home recording without losing the guitar's natural character.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The GF49CE excels in folk, singer-songwriter, pop, and light rock. Its warm, articulate tone and balanced playability make it equally capable for intimate settings and amplified performance, though it is not optimized for metal or djent styles.
How does the FX cutaway affect playability?
The rounded FX cutaway provides practical access to upper registers for soloing and extended techniques without adding significant body bulk, keeping the guitar comfortable to hold while expanding your tonal range on stage or in the studio.
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 $49 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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