The GD34CE is a classic-looking cutaway dreadnought that is inspired by Takamine's Legacy Series EF341SC. Carrying much of the EF341SC's look and appointments, this value packed G-Series guitar is a gorgeous, great sounding instrument. Deriving its core sound from a solid spruce top with sapele back and sides, this dreadnought is pure Takamine in its voice; shimmery, bold, and booming. The guitar goes to the stage with ease, due to Takamine's TP-3G electronics, featuring a 3-band EQ and chromatic tuner. Make this classic a part of your musical paint box today!
Specifications
Body Shape Dreadnought Cutaway
Top Solid Spruce
Back Sapele
Sides Sapele
Neck Mahogany
Fingerboard Laurel
Finish Gloss Black
Electronics TP3G
Nut Width 42.5mm
Scale Length 644mm
Length 1046.7mm
Width 398.6mm
Depth At End 125mm
Case GBXW
Case Included Yes
The Takamine GD34CE in Gloss Black is a sleek and stylish acoustic electric guitar that combines excellent craftsmanship with modern features. It’s part of Takamine’s G Series, which is known for delivering high-quality instruments at a more affordable price point. Here's a detailed overview of this model:
The GD34CE features a dreadnought body shape, which is one of the most popular and versatile designs. It offers a powerful, full-bodied sound with strong bass response and excellent projection.
The guitar has a solid Spruce top, which is known for its warm, rich, and resonant tone. Spruce tops are often favored for their responsiveness and ability to produce a smooth, balanced sound.
The back and sides are made of Sapele wood, which is similar in tone and appearance to mahogany. Sapele provides a warm, midrange-focused sound with good sustain.
The neck is typically made of mahogany, offering a comfortable playing experience. It usually has a laurel fretboard, which adds to the guitar’s warm tone and smooth playability.
The GD34CE is equipped with Takamine’s TP-3G preamp system, which includes:
Built-in tuner: For quick and accurate tuning.
3-band EQ: Allows you to adjust bass, midrange, and treble frequencies.
Volume control: For easy amplification adjustments.
The Gloss Black finish gives the guitar a modern and sophisticated look, making it stand out on stage or in the studio.
Cutaway Design: The cutaway allows easy access to the higher frets, making it ideal for lead playing.
Gold Hardware: The guitar includes gold tuning machines and other hardware, adding to its premium appearance.
Abalone Rosette: The soundhole is adorned with an abalone rosette, enhancing its visual appeal.
The guitar is versatile and well-suited for a variety of playing styles, including strumming, fingerpicking, and lead playing.
offers a warm, balanced tone and excellent playability. Its combination of a solid spruce top, dreadnought body, and reliable electronics makes it a great choice for performers, recording artists, and serious players. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, this guitar delivers both in sound and style.
