Takamine GD21CE SM Left-handed Acoustic-electric Guitar - Spruce Top | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Takamine GD21CE SM left-handed acoustic-electric guitar delivers exceptional versatility with its resonant spruce top and sapele back and sides. This stage-ready dreadnought combines powerful projection with touch-sensitive dynamics, making it perfect for both intimate fingerpicking and bold strumming. Designed for intermediate to professional players, the GD21CE offers the reliability and tonal richness that Takamine is renowned for.
Product Overview
The GD21CE features a solid spruce top paired with laminate sapele back and sides, creating a tonal foundation that balances clarity with warmth. The dreadnought body shape maximizes resonance and projection, while the satin molasses finish provides both visual appeal and enhanced tonal characteristics. X-bracing supports the spruce top for optimal vibration and sustain.
The mahogany neck features a comfortable slim profile with a 12-inch radius rosewood fingerboard, offering smooth playability across all 21 nickel silver frets. The Venetian cutaway design provides easy access to upper frets, expanding your playing possibilities whether you're performing complex lead passages or rhythm work.
Stage-ready electronics come courtesy of the Takamine TP-3G preamp system, delivering natural amplified tone that faithfully represents the guitar's acoustic character. Closed-gear tuning machines ensure stable tuning performance, while the 25.35-inch scale length provides familiar string tension and intonation.
Ideal For
- Left-handed players seeking a professional-grade acoustic-electric guitar
- Singer-songwriters who need versatile tone for both recording and live performance
- Intermediate to advanced players looking for reliable stage and studio performance
- Musicians who appreciate the classic dreadnought sound with modern electronics
- Performers requiring easy upper fret access for lead guitar work
Key Features
Solid Spruce Top Construction
The solid spruce top delivers powerful projection and dynamic response, allowing for expressive playing from gentle fingerpicking to aggressive strumming. The natural grain enhances both tone and visual appeal.
Sapele Back and Sides
Laminate sapele construction provides rich, warm overtones that complement the spruce top's brightness, creating a balanced tonal palette perfect for various musical styles.
Venetian Cutaway Design
The smooth cutaway profile grants comfortable access to upper frets, expanding your playing range and enabling complex chord voicings and lead guitar techniques.
Takamine TP-3G Electronics
Professional-grade preamp system captures the guitar's natural acoustic tone with clarity and minimal feedback, making it ideal for live performances and recording applications.
Mahogany Neck with Rosewood Fingerboard
The slim mahogany neck profile and 12-inch radius rosewood fingerboard provide comfortable playability for extended sessions, while dot inlays offer clear position markers.
What's Included
- Takamine GD21CE SM Left-handed Acoustic-electric Guitar
- Warranty information
- Case/gig bag sold separately
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Dreadnought with Venetian cutaway |
| Neck | Mahogany, slim profile |
| Fretboard | Rosewood, 12" radius, dot inlays |
| Scale Length | 25.35" |
| Frets | 21, nickel silver |
| Pickups | Takamine TP-3G preamp system |
| Electronics | Built-in preamp with EQ controls |
| Hardware | Closed-gear tuning machines |
| Finish | Satin molasses |
| Weight | Approximately 4.5 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Left-handed Acoustic-electric Today
Experience the exceptional tone and playability of the Takamine GD21CE SM at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can help you explore this versatile instrument's full potential. Contact us today to schedule your test drive or visit our showroom to discover why this guitar is perfect for your musical journey.