Takamine Japan Tt Dreadnought Cutaway Electro
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Essential Information About the Takamine EF360SC-TT Guitar
- Solid "Thermal Top" Spruce Top: a thermally treated spruce for a more "vintage" response from the very first notes.
- Dreadnought Body with Cutaway: generous projection, easy access to high notes.
- Solid Mahogany Back and Sides: warmth, rich mids, and natural sustain.
- Stage-Ready Electro-Acoustic: Takamine TLD-2 preamp (CT4B II platform) for reliable and musical amplification.
Thermal Top: The Spirit of a "Played-In" Guitar in a New Instrument
With "Thermal Top" technology, Takamine treats the spruce top in a controlled environment (high temperature and low oxygen content). The goal is clear: to quickly achieve the character of a guitar that has already been played, with a more open sound, better responsiveness, and a sense of harmonic maturity, while maintaining the stability and precision of a modern instrument.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
The Takamine EF360SC-TT is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists who want an effective, elegant electro-acoustic folk guitar designed to play loud, clean, and for long periods. Its dreadnought format makes it a natural ally for pop, acoustic rock, country, energetic strumming, and vocal accompaniment, while the cutaway facilitates solo parts and higher positions.
Sound
The solid top (Thermal Top treated spruce) delivers a crisp attack and excellent dynamics: it responds quickly to both pick and fingerstyle playing, with the generous projection typical of dreadnoughts. The solid mahogany back and sides enhance midrange presence, provide a warm tone, and contribute to a consistent sustain, ideal for accompaniment that remains clear in a mix. The overall balance is effective: solid lows, singing mids, and clear highs, with a "pre-opened" character reminiscent of well-seasoned instruments.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
As this guitar is a folk with steel strings, you can confidently choose a set of acoustic steel strings (selected according to your touch: softer for comfort, tighter for power). A clip-on tuner is also a simple and perfectly suitable choice, both for rehearsals and on stage.
Technical specifications
| Category | Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic | Marker | Point |
| Format | Dreadnought | Nbrs of frets | 20 |
| Left handed | No | Nut | Bone |
| Cutaway | Yes | Electronics | préampli TLD-2 |
| Strings | Steel | Cover/case | Gigbag |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Neck Type | Glued |
| Top | Solid (Thermal Top treated) | Electroacoustic | Yes |
| Back&Sides | Solid mahogany | Color | Natural |
| Neck | Mahogany | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nut Width | 45 mm | Hardware | Chromed |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | ||
| Shape | Dreadnought | Inlays | Dot |
| Back and Sides | Solid Mahogany | Nuts | Bone |
| Finish | Glossy Varnish | Number of Strings | 6 |
| Number of Frets | 20 | Case/Gig Bag | Case |
Questions frequently asked
What kind of sound does the Thermal Top spruce top bring to this dreadnought?
The solid Thermal Top spruce top is designed to provide a quick response, a clear attack, and a more open tonal character.
Is the Takamine EF360SC-TT suitable for strumming and vocal accompaniment?
Its dreadnought body shape promotes generous projection and strong bass. The solid mahogany back and sides enhance warm midrange frequencies, helping to keep the guitar distinct alongside vocals.
What electronics does this electro-acoustic folk guitar feature?
This guitar is equipped with the TLD-2 preamp. The built-in electronics enable amplified use. No details about connectivity or controls are provided in the specifications.
Does the cutaway facilitate solo playing?
The cutaway allows easier access to the upper positions on the 20-fret ebony fingerboard.
Is this guitar available for left-handed players and does it come with a case?
The listed configuration is for right-handed players only. A gig bag is included for transport, and the mahogany neck has a 45 mm nut width.
