Takamine Gd11Mcens
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A dreadnought from the G series: Takamine DNA at an affordable price
Takamine has built a solid reputation thanks to its guitars designed in collaboration with artists worldwide, and the reliability of its electro-acoustic systems. The G series reflects this expertise in a range designed to offer a wide choice of models, with particular attention to playing comfort and manufacturing consistency. The GD11MCE (often referenced as GD11MCENS) stands as a "workhorse": simple, effective, and designed to accompany rehearsals and concerts for a long time.
For whom, and for which styles?
This Takamine is aimed at demanding beginners as well as intermediate guitarists looking for a reliable electro-acoustic, easy to handle, and versatile enough to practice at home or play amplified. Its dreadnought format is particularly suitable for pop, folk, acoustic rock, variety, and energetic strumming, while the cutaway helps to approach more melodic parts in the high register.
Sound
With a mahogany top and mahogany back and sides, the GD11MCE emphasizes a warm register, present mids, and a soft attack, very pleasant for accompanying vocals. The X bracing promotes overall balance and good chord sustain, while the dreadnought format provides projection and a solid low end. Plugged in, the TP-4T electronics allow quick sound adjustment, with a handy built-in tuner and a Mid-cut control useful for reducing feedback frequencies on stage.
Recommended compatible accessories
To use the electro-acoustic part, a 6.35 mm instrument jack cable is essential. You can also consider picks (various thicknesses) to adapt your attack for strumming or finer playing, as well as a guitar stand for safe storage.
Technical specifications
| Category | Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic | Marker | Pearly point |
| Format | Dreadnought | Nbrs of frets | 20 |
| Left handed | No | Scale (mm) | 648 mm |
| Cutaway | Yes | Nut | Synthetic compensated bone |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | préampli TP-4T avec accordeur intégré |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Cover/case | Optional |
| Top | Mahogany | Neck Type | Glued |
| Back&Sides | Mahogany | Electroacoustic | Yes |
| Bracing | X | Color | Natural |
| Neck | Mahogany | Finishing | Satin |
| Nut Width | 42 mm | Hardware | Chromed |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | ||
| Back and sides | Mahogany | Inlays | Pearl dots |
| Finish | Satin | Saddle | Compensated synthetic bone |
| Scale length | 648 mm / 25.5" | Nuts | Compensated synthetic bone |
| Number of frets | 20 | Number of strings | 6 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Takamine GD11MCE-NS suitable for starting on folk guitar?
This model is aimed at demanding beginners and intermediate guitarists. Its mahogany neck features a nut width of 42 mm and a scale length of 648 mm.
What sound does the mahogany top of this dreadnought offer?
The mahogany top, back, and sides provide a warm tone, with prominent mids and a soft attack. The X-bracing supports chord balance, while the dreadnought body delivers projection and solid low-end.
Can it be plugged into an amplifier?
The TP-4T electronics allow amplified connection and include a tuner. A Mid-cut control is provided to reduce frequencies that may cause feedback on stage.
Does the cutaway facilitate access to the higher frets?
The cutaway allows access to all 20 frets and makes playing melodic parts in the higher register easier.
What accessories are recommended for the GD11MCE-NS Natural Satin?
A 6.35 mm instrument jack cable is necessary to use the TP-4T preamp. Picks and a guitar stand can complete the setup. A gig bag or case is available as an option.
