Takamine GD74CE-12 Dreadnought Strings Natural
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Essential Information About the "Dreadnought GD74CE 12-String Natural" Guitar
- Electro-acoustic cutaway dreadnought 12-string guitar for powerful projection and comfortable playability in the high registers.
- Double X-braced soundboard and reinforced 3-piece neck to withstand the high tension of 12 strings.
- Screw-mounted bridge ensuring stability, tuning accuracy, and optimal vibration transfer.
- TP-3G preamp with tuner and 3-band EQ, delivered with a GBXW gig bag.
A Refined Design That Asserts Its Identity
Adorned with an ethnic-inspired pattern, this GD74CE features a distinctive style without sacrificing functionality. Its robust construction and meticulous finishes make it a 12-string designed for both stage and studio, offering reliable handling and a premium aesthetic.
For Whom and For What?
Ideal for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking the choral breadth of a 12-string. Perfect for folk, pop, rock, and vocal accompaniment, it excels in open rhythm playing, shimmering arpeggios, and enriched chords in open tunings.
The Sound
The dreadnought body provides a wide volume and bass reserve, while the double X-bracing stiffens the top for precise response, generous sustain, and improved longevity. Acoustically, the choral tuning of the 12 strings offers brightness and harmonic thickness. Plugged in, the TP-3G electronics deliver a clear and natural signal; the 3-band EQ balances lows, mids, and highs according to the venue, and the built-in tuner ensures reliable intonation on stage.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Consider a set of 12-string phosphor bronze light gauge strings .010-.047 to preserve comfort and top longevity, a dedicated 12-string capo for even pressure, as well as an acoustic guitar humidifier to stabilize humidity. The guitar comes with a practical GBXW gig bag for transport.
Technical specifications
| Category | Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic | Nbrs of frets | 20 |
| Format | Dreadnought | Electronics | TP-3G |
| Left handed | No | Cover/case | Gigbag |
| Cutaway | Yes | Headstock | Stained walnut |
| Strings | Steel | Neck Type | Glued |
| Nbr of strings | 12 | Electroacoustic | Yes |
| Top | Spruce | Color | Natural |
| Back&Sides | Flamed Maple | Colours | Bois naturel |
| Neck | Maple | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nut Width | 47.5 mm | Hardware | White |
| Fingerboard | Laurel | ||
| Shape | dreadnought with cutaway | Bridge | screw-mounted bridge for increased stability |
| Soundboard | robust construction, double X-bracing | Strap buttons | ready for an acoustic strap |
| Ornamentation | ethnic-inspired pattern, refined purflings | Preamp | TP-3G with built-in tuner |
| Finish | Natural | Controls | 3-band EQ (bass, mid, treble) + volume |
| Construction | reinforced 3-piece neck | Pickup | piezo under the saddle |
| Profile | designed for 12-string comfort and easy access to the high frets thanks to the cutaway | Configuration | 12 strings |
| Nut | specifically sized for 12 strings | Transport | GBXW gig bag included |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Takamine GD74CE-12 suitable for the stage?
The TP-3G electronics combine a piezo under-saddle pickup, a volume control, and a 3-band equalizer. An integrated tuner allows tuning to be checked directly from the guitar.
What sound does this 12-string dreadnought offer?
The dreadnought body shape, spruce top, and flamed maple back and sides promote a full sound. The 12-string tuning provides brightness and harmonic richness suitable for open rhythm playing as well as arpeggios.
What is the neck width of the GD74CE-12?
The nut measures 47.5 mm wide and is specifically dimensioned for 12 strings. The glued maple neck features a reinforced three-piece construction.
Is a gig bag included with this 12-string guitar?
A GBXW gig bag is included for transport.
What strings are recommended for the Takamine GD74CE-12?
A phosphor bronze 12-string set in light gauge .010-.047 is recommended. This gauge helps preserve playing comfort and the longevity of the top. A capo designed for 12-string guitars can ensure even pressure.
