Takamine

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The Takamine G Series GD30CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar gloss black. This stage-worthy acoustic/electric dreadnought guitar features solid-top construction, a soft Venetian-style cutaway and Takamine's superior-sounding electronics system. Ready for any performance situation, the GD30CE has a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides that provide a rich, resonant sound. The slim mahogany neck and 12" radius rosewood fingerboard offer great feel and playability. Takamine's onboard TP-4TD preamp system gives you a built-in tuner and 3-band EQ and gain controls for excellent amplified tone shaping and versatility. Additional features include a pinless rosewood bridge, synthetic bone nut, split bridge saddle, rosewood headcap, pearloid dot inlays, chrome die-cast tuners and a glossy black finish.

Solid-Wood Construction Provides Exceptional Tone

The GD30CE's solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides produce a balanced, articulate tone with rich lows, warm mids and clear highs. The all-wood construction also provides superior resonance and projection, allowing the GD30CE to shine in both acoustic and plugged-in performance settings.

Onboard Electronics Provide Tonal Control and Tuning

Takamine's TP-4TD preamp system gives you convenient onboard controls for shaping your amplified tone. The built-in tuner ensures you're in tune before stepping on stage. A 3-band EQ lets you adjust bass, mid and treble frequencies, while the gain control provides overall volume adjustment. With the TP-4TD system, you have total command over your amplified sound.

Playability-Focused Neck and Cutaway

The GD30CE's slim mahogany neck and 12" radius rosewood fingerboard facilitate comfortable chording and single-note playing. The cutaway provides full access to the upper frets, enabling advanced soloing techniques. Whether you prefer fingerstyle or flatpicking, the GD30CE's neck is designed for playability.

High-Quality Components and Construction

From the pinless rosewood bridge and split saddle to the die-cast tuners, synthetic bone nut and gloss finish, the GD30CE is built with care using high-quality components. Takamine's expert craftsmanship results in an instrument made to handle years of performance use with enduring tone and playability.

Takamine G Series GD30CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Black
Takamine G Series GD30CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Black
Takamine G Series GD30CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Gloss Black

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  • Soft Venetian-style cutaway
  • Solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides
  • Slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Pin-less rosewood bridge
  • Synthetic bone nut
  • Split bridge saddle
  • Rosewood headcap
  • Pearloid rosette and dot inlays
  • Onboard Takamine TP-4TD preamp system with built-in tuner
  • Chrome die-cast tuners
  • Beautiful gloss finish
  • Case sold separately

collapse expand iconSpecs

  • Series: G30 Series
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Body Shape: Dreadnought Cutaway
  • Bracing: Quartersawn "X"
  • Body Back: Mahogany
  • Body Sides: Mahogany
  • Body Top: Solid Spruce
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Finish: Gloss
  • Scale Length: 25.3" (643mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305mm)
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8mm)
  • Position Inlays: Pearloid Dot
  • Special Electronics: Takamine TP-4TD Preamp with Built-In Tuner
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
  • Tuning Machines: Chrome die-cast
  • Strings: D'Addario EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze (.012-.053 Gauges)

collapse expand iconWarranty

Limited lifetime warranty on Japan-made, G Series, and Jasmine products.
5 year limited warranty on Jasmine Studio products.
No warrany on electronics or plating.
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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4.88

17 Reviews

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses

  1. Practicing13
  2. Small Venues13
  3. Jamming9
  4. Recording7
  5. Rock Concerts3

Cons

  1. Loose Electronic connections at the preamp1
  2. Requires Constant Tuning1
  3. Weaker mids1
  4. Very clean but it's not really a problem1
  5. Does show fingerprints easy1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced10
  2. Novice2
  3. Professional Musician2

Pros

  1. Good Feel13
  2. Good Audio12
  3. Fun To Play11
  4. Stays In Tune11
  5. Consistent8
  • Buy it

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byKevin

    fromHaverhill ma

    Played great right out of box. Have the walnut gd51 with no amp or cutaway and hardly notice a difference unplugged. Taks are great in this price range.

  • SINGS LIKE AN ANGEL

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byAWAYGONE

    fromLANGHORNE PA

    VERY EASY 12 STRING TO PLAY. NICE CLEAR SOUND PROJECTION. DEFINITLY A PLAYERS GUITAR. I PLAYED A CLASSIC ROCK CLASSIC WITH THE LEAD PART ON THIS GUITAR. GOLD RECOMMENDATION 6 STAR

  • This is one of my best sounding guitars.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byPatrick

    fromTucson AZ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I was after a Jumbo guitar because I wanted bigger sound. The day I went into GC the did not have a jumbo guitar in stock to play. i have also always wanted a red acoustic guitar. I picked up the Trans red G Series GD30CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar. I was blown away by how much and how sweet the sound was. it was comfortable to play as well. I have bought as lot of guitars, new and used this is the first acoustic that needed NO SETUP. I am amazed by how ready it was out of the box. 3 weeks now and it is getting the most play of my collection.

  • Fantastic guitar for the money

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byRobert

    fromSignal Hill, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I needed a guitar to take to parties and to gig with. I learned you don't take your custom instruments to either. I can only speak of the one I got, but the wood on this guitar is fantastic. Top has great cross grain and the mahogany is a nice tight grain. The tone is bright and sparkling, it is just a little weak in the mids. The action came a little high, it was playable but I lowered it just a tad. Overall construction is amazing for a guitar in this price range. Would definitely recommend.

  • This is a good guitar glad I got it.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byChristopher

    fromPeoria I'll.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This guitar is good product and it did not cost a loot.

  • GREAT BUY!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byBOB

    fromYucaipa, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent playability, brilliant sound and tone!!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byEric

    fromPhoenix, AZ

    Can I find this guitar in a LH version?

    Can I find this guitar in a LH version?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked byDriz

    fromOakley

    Japan Made?

    Japan Made?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Made in China.
  • asked byAlvaro

    fromHayward California

    Are the strings nylon or steel

    Are the strings nylon or steel

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    these are Steel-string
  • asked byDavid

    fromOH

    Does the glossy black painted affect sound as compared to the natural gloss?

    Does the glossy black painted affect sound as compared to the natural gloss?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Not in any noticeable difference.
  • asked byBButchee

    fromGary, Indiana

    Are you able to put a strap on this guitar

    Are you able to put a strap on this guitar

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes, this will have strap buttons
  • asked byMinty

    fromundisclosed

    Does this have solid back and sides or laminate?

    Does this have solid back and sides or laminate?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Body Finish: Gloss Body Shape: Dreadnought Cutaway Bracing: Quartersawn "X" Body Back: Mahogany Body Sides: Mahogany Body Top: Solid Spruce Neck Material: Mahogany Neck Finish: Gloss