Takamine

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The GB30CE features a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides produces a rich, resonant sound. Its slim mahogany neck and 16-radius rosewood fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the onboard Takamine TK-40B preamp system gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ and gain controls, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch and EQ bypass switch for the ultimate in versatility and sound quality.

Other great features include a dovetail neck joint, synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, rosewood headcap, pearl dot fingerboard inlays, abalone rosette, chrome die-cast tuners and a beautiful gloss finish.
Takamine GB30CE Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Black
Takamine GB30CE Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Black
Takamine GB30CE Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Black

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Body
  • Body type: Other
  • Cutaway: Single cutaway
  • Top wood: Solid Spruce
  • Back & sides: Mahogany Indian
  • Bracing pattern: Info not available
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Slim
  • Nut width: 1.77" (45mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: info not available
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Takamine
  • Configuration: Condensor mic
  • Preamp EQ: 3-band
  • Feedback filter: No
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Ebony
  • Tuning machines: Chrome
  • Bridge: Indian Rosewood
  • Saddle & nut: Bone
  • Number of strings: 4-string
  • Special features: None
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: China

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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4.2

5 Reviews

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Practicing4
  2. Small Venues3
Cons
  1. Flat Sound1
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  1. Experienced2
  2. Novice2
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Good Feel4
  2. Stays In Tune4
  3. Good Audio3
  4. Consistent2
  5. Fun To Play2
  • Great Bass with a few tweaks

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byBrian

    fromCincinnati, OH

    We needed an acoustic bass for small gigs. I tried the Breedlove and it was awful. It sounded dead and not resonant at all. Also tried one of the Ibanez acoustic bass units and it was better, but the neck was a mess. The GC rep recommended this one. Right out of the box there was a huge difference. Very resonant, lots of sustain and a great fit with the other acoustic guitarists. Build quality was excellent. It did come with some fret buzz, but a little adjustment in the neck and it was gone. It has a giant body, which was perfect for our bass player (he's 6'3" tall) and it looked appropriate in his hands. We did not have the tuner issues mentioned in some of the reviews. We've only been using it for about 3 months and it's a go to whenever we need an acoustic assembly. The overall sound is really resonant and full. The body size does lead to some feedback if you accidentally turn towards the amp. Finding a sound hole cover to help prevent that has been a challenge as the sound hole is bigger than standard. Finding a case was tough - Had to contact ESP (they bought Takamine) and they shipped one that fits snug so it's safe in transport.

  • Expect entry level

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byPaul

    fromTulsa, Ok

    Not a bad acoustic bass. Needs some adjusting but not terrible setup from factory. The electronics are so-so. Sound is good with decent sustain for an acoustic bass. Though the Tuner doesn't pick up the E string and has a difficult time if there's a lot of ambient noise in the room. Not a bad entry level bass but don't expect more than that

  • I loved this bass but....

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byButch P

    fromSummerfield Florida

    I loved this bass but tuner did not work most of the time. Also while plugged into amp would work on and off. I don't think this a normal problem for this guitar. Guitar center was great in the return process. They would have ordered another one but I opted for another great deal they had in store.

  • Great Bass Guitar!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byEdog

    fromDenver, CO

    I've been wanting to get an acoustic bass guitar for some time, but never could quite pull-the-trigger. Saw this, and felt like it was the right instrument, and the price was unbeatable. Am SO HAPPY that I got it! It's a beautiful bass, the workmanship is great, and I'm having a lot of fun playing it!

  • Nice Accoustic Bass

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byBarry

    fromFlorida

    I've been keeping my eye out for a nice Accoustic Bass for some time. When I saw this one on sale in an email flyer, it was a quick purchase. Plays well, but like most acoustics you do have to deaden other strings to keep them from ringing. Not the guitars problem though.

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  • asked byRolando

    fromNapa,Ca

    How many inches is the lower bout

    How many inches is the lower bout

    Open Reply - Beau
    Item Dimensions LxWxH 50 x 21 x 6.5 inches
  • asked byCarlos

    fromCalifornia, CA

    When is it back in stock

    When is it back in stock

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact our Customer Service agents to get an updated Back Order time frame
  • asked byCarlos

    fromSanta Ana .CA

    When will this be back in stock

    When will this be back in stock

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to discuss the availability of items via this means of communication. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you an accurate idea of when this will be back in stock.
    Open Reply - Beau
    This item should be available in 4 to 6 weeks.
  • asked bylove and mercy

    fromcanada

    length of neck.  is it similar   to the fender kingman bass

    length of neck. is it similar to the fender kingman bass

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Neck Neck shape: Slim Nut width: 1.77" (45mm) Fingerboard: Rosewood Neck wood: Mahogany Scale length: info not available Number of frets: 21 Neck finish: Gloss