Takamine EF381DX 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black

The EF381DX is a premium acoustic-electric 12-string dreadnought guitar from Takamine. Featuring a solid spruce top, maple back and sides and CT4B II electronics, this guitar is built for performance. The cutaway dreadnought body shape provides comfort and balanced tone, while the solid spruce top yields a bright, punchy tone with impressive sustain. The mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard make for smooth playability. When plugged in, the CT4B II preamp offers a natural amplified tone and the onboard tuner provides convenient tuning. From the quality craftsmanship to the premium components, the EF381DX is designed to inspire.

Cutaway Dreadnought Body Delivers Comfort and Tone

The EF381DX features a cutaway dreadnought body shape that provides comfort, balanced tone and easy access to higher frets. The maple back and sides contribute a focused midrange and crisp high end, while the solid spruce top provides warmth, depth and sustain. Together, these tonewoods yield a versatile acoustic voice suited for any style. The cutaway design allows for comfortable access beyond the 12th fret, enabling more advanced techniques.

CT4B II Preamp Provides Natural Plugged-In Tone

The EF381DX features Takamine's CT4B II preamp system for a natural plugged-in tone. The under-saddle pickup accurately captures the resonance and dynamics of the instrument. The preamp offers a 3-band EQ for tone shaping, a built-in tuner and a balanced XLR output. Whether on stage or in the studio, the CT4B II preamp helps the EF381DX achieve an authentic amplified acoustic sound.

Premium Craftsmanship and Components

From the neck joint to the tuners, the EF381DX is built with premium components and craftsmanship. The dovetail neck joint provides strength at the body and neck connection. The gold tuners with black knobs offer smooth and accurate tuning. Rosewood binding and purfling add an elegant touch. Takamine has been building high-quality guitars since 1959 and their dedication to excellence is evident in every detail of the EF381DX.

Versatile 12-String Tone

With its 12-string configuration, the EF381DX produces a jangly, chorused tone that works well for folk, rock and pop styles. The doubled strings provide more volume, sustain and a distinctive ringing quality. The maple back and sides help tighten up the low-end, keeping the bass strings articulate. The solid spruce top enhances string separation, allowing each note to ring through clearly. Whether strumming chords or picking melodies, the EF381DX serves up a lush, vibrant 12-string tone.