Takamine GB72CE Natural Acoustic/Electric Bass | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Takamine GB72CE is a commanding acoustic-electric bass guitar built to perform, featuring a mighty jumbo body style with solid-top construction, stunning cosmetic features, and premium electronics that deliver professional-grade versatility and sound quality. This impressive instrument combines a solid spruce top with flame maple back and sides to produce all the volume and robust sound that players expect from a jumbo bass guitar, while the onboard Takamine TK-40B preamp system provides comprehensive tonal control with built-in tuner capabilities. With its beautiful gloss Natural finish and premium appointments, the GB72CE represents the pinnacle of Takamine's acoustic bass craftsmanship.
Product Overview
The GB72CE showcases a solid spruce top that provides the bright, clear projection and dynamic response essential for acoustic bass performance, while the stunning flame maple back and sides contribute rich, complex tones with excellent sustain and visual appeal. The jumbo body style maximizes acoustic volume and projection, making this bass perfect for both intimate acoustic settings and full band performances where acoustic projection is essential.
The slim mahogany neck with comfortable profile ensures excellent playability across all positions, while the 16"-radius bound laurel fingerboard provides smooth playing action and enhanced comfort. The dovetail neck joint ensures optimal tone transfer and structural integrity, contributing to the instrument's overall resonance and sustain characteristics.
The comprehensive Takamine TK-40B preamp system features built-in chromatic tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid-shift control, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass switch, providing ultimate versatility for both acoustic and amplified applications. Premium appointments include synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, laurel headcap, abalone rosette, pearl dot fingerboard inlays, and gold die-cast tuners.
Ideal For
- Professional acoustic bassists seeking maximum volume and projection with jumbo body construction
- Musicians requiring comprehensive electronic controls with built-in tuner for versatile performance applications
- Players who appreciate the visual beauty of flame maple back and sides with solid spruce top construction
- Performers needing both acoustic and amplified capabilities with premium Takamine electronics
- Acoustic music enthusiasts seeking commanding presence and robust sound in acoustic settings
Key Features
Mighty Jumbo Body Construction Jumbo body style with solid spruce top and flame maple back and sides produces maximum volume and robust sound with stunning visual appeal.
Premium TK-40B Electronics Comprehensive preamp system with built-in chromatic tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid-shift, bass-boost switch, and EQ bypass for ultimate versatility.
Professional Playability Features Slim mahogany neck with 16"-radius bound laurel fingerboard and dovetail neck joint ensure comfortable playability and optimal tone transfer.
Stunning Cosmetic Appointments Flame maple back and sides, abalone rosette, pearl dot inlays, and gold die-cast tuners create beautiful visual appeal with gloss Natural finish.
Built to Perform Construction Solid-top construction with premium materials and craftsmanship ensures reliability and sound quality for demanding performance applications.
What's Included
- Takamine GB72CE acoustic-electric bass in Natural gloss finish
- Solid spruce top with stunning flame maple back and sides
- Takamine TK-40B preamp system with built-in chromatic tuner
- Comprehensive electronics with three-band EQ and multiple control options
- Premium appointments including abalone rosette and gold die-cast tuners
- Dovetail neck joint construction for optimal tone transfer
- Takamine quality craftsmanship and professional performance capabilities
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU | GB72CE-NAT |
| Body Style | Jumbo |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Flame Maple |
| Sides | Flame Maple |
| Neck | Mahogany (slim profile) |
| Fingerboard | Laurel, 16" radius, bound |
| Nut Width | 1.77" (45mm) |
| Electronics | TK-40B Preamp with onboard chromatic tuner |
| Controls | 3-band EQ, gain, mid-shift, bass-boost, EQ bypass |
| Appointments | Abalone rosette, pearl dot inlays |
| Tuners | Gold die-cast |
| Finish | Natural Gloss |
| Construction | Dovetail neck joint |
Get Your Hands on This Commanding Acoustic Bass Today
Experience the mighty jumbo body projection and premium TK-40B electronics of the Takamine GB72CE acoustic-electric bass at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate the robust sound and comprehensive tonal control that make this bass perfect for both acoustic and amplified performance applications. Visit our store to see the stunning flame maple back and sides with solid spruce top construction, and hear the commanding presence that defines this professional-grade instrument to learn more about this exceptional Takamine acoustic-electric bass.