Takamine GJ72CE BSB acoustic
Takamine GJ72CE-BSB G-Series G70 Cutaway Acoustic Electric Guitar in Brown Sunburst Finish
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- SKU
- TAKGJ72CEBSB
- Color
- Brown
Description
Takamine GJ72CE-BSB G-Series G70 Cutaway Acoustic Electric Guitar in Brown Sunburst Finish
The GJ72CE cutaway delivers the substantial jumbo body resonance that translates powerfully to microphone in the studio and direct into your interface. The slim maple neck and comfortable 12"-radius fingerboard enable extended tracking sessions without fatigue, while the cutaway design grants easy access to upper frets for layered overdubs. Built-in electronics and versatile onboard controls let you sculpt your recorded tone at the source—capturing the organic character of solid-top construction with precision gain staging and EQ shaping before the signal hits your preamp.
Recording Tone & Construction
A solid spruce top paired with flame maple back and sides produces the articulate, full-range response that records with clarity and definition across the frequency spectrum. The substantial body dimensions—435.1mm wide and 125mm deep—generate the volume and controlled low-end presence that sits naturally in a mix without muddiness, translating accurately whether you're close-miking or capturing room ambience. The bound laurel fingerboard with 12"-radius curvature supports both fingerstyle and pick-driven techniques, giving you tonal versatility within a single take.
Onboard Electronics & Session Control
The TK-40D preamp houses a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass—letting you dial in your tracking tone without external processors cluttering your signal chain. Hardware appointments include a synthetic bone nut, split bridge saddle, gold die-cast tuners with pearl buttons, and refined cosmetic details like the abalone rosette and "reversed mountain" inlay at the 12th fret, all finished in a professional gloss brown sunburst that photographs well and projects authority in any session context.
Key Features
- Body Style: Jumbo Cutaway
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back & Sides: Flame Maple
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Bound Laurel, 12"-radius
- Scale Length: 644mm
- Nut Width: 42.8mm
- Electronics: TK-40D with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass
- Hardware: Synthetic bone nut, split bridge saddle, gold die-cast tuners with pearl buttons
- Cosmetic Details: Abalone rosette, abalone "reversed mountain" inlay at 12th fret, black walnut headcap
- Finish: Gloss Brown Sunburst
- Dimensions: 1069.8mm length × 435.1mm width × 125mm depth
The GJ72CE-BSB functions as a serious recording and production tool—a jumbo acoustic with the sonic authority to anchor arrangements, paired with intuitive preamp control and refined hardware that reduce setup time and maximize capture quality in the studio.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Takamine GJ72CE-BSB is a jumbo acoustic-electric designed to capture and project robust, articulate tone in recording and mixing sessions, with solid spruce top and flame maple construction delivering warm character and substantial low-end presence. The built-in TK-40D preamp offers three-band EQ, mid contour, notch filter, and EQ bypass, letting you dial in exactly what you need without external processors and track consistently across takes. Home producers and engineers will value the balanced output, refined hardware, and versatile body dimensions that deliver professional-grade acoustic tone for folk, fingerstyle, and singer-songwriter material.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Fingerstyle
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The GJ72CE-BSB is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The slim maple neck and 12-inch radius fingerboard support both fingerstyle and pick-driven techniques across extended sessions, making it equally at home in the studio and on stage.
What genres and styles is this guitar best for?
This guitar excels in live performance, folk, fingerstyle, and studio sessions. The jumbo body and articulate response work well for material that demands both volume projection and tonal clarity; it is not designed for metal or djent styles.
What electronics and controls does it have?
The onboard TK-40D preamp includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass. These controls allow comprehensive tone-shaping without external processors, making it stage-ready out of the box.
How does the cutaway design affect playability?
The cutaway grants easy access to upper frets without compromising the substantial jumbo body's volume and low-end projection. The slim maple neck and comfortable 12-inch radius fingerboard make extended playing effortless whether you are reaching higher positions or playing in standard ranges.
What materials and construction does this guitar use?
The GJ72CE-BSB features a solid spruce top with flame maple back and sides, a maple neck, and a bound laurel fingerboard. Hardware includes synthetic bone nut, split bridge saddle, and gold die-cast tuners with pearl buttons; cosmetic details include an abalone rosette and reversed mountain inlay at the 12th fret.
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