Takamine JJ325SRC-12 John Jorgenson 12-String Acoustic-Electric - Red | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Takamine JJ325SRC-12 John Jorgenson Signature 12-string acoustic-electric guitar represents the culmination of decades of performance experience from one of America's most versatile guitarists. This professional-grade instrument features a solid spruce top paired with laminate rosewood back and sides, delivering exceptional tonal range from bright, jangly chords to rich fingerpicking resonance. Designed for intermediate to professional players, the JJ325SRC-12 offers the sonic versatility and playability that John Jorgenson demands from his signature instrument.
Product Overview
The JJ325SRC-12 showcases a solid spruce top complemented by laminate rosewood back and sides, finished in distinctive gloss red stain. This tonewood combination provides dynamic responsiveness with enhanced fluidity, allowing the guitar to excel across multiple playing styles. The dreadnought body shape with X-bracing delivers powerful projection and balanced frequency response, making this signature model ideal for both stage performance and studio recording applications.
The mahogany neck features a comfortable D-shape profile that accommodates the 12-string configuration without sacrificing playability. A rosewood fingerboard with 12-inch radius and 20 frets offers smooth note transitions and excellent clarity. Custom dot inlays with John Jorgenson's signature "JJ" inlay at the 12th fret add a distinctive visual element while helping players navigate the fretboard with confidence during performances.
Takamine's CTF-2N preamp system captures the guitar's natural acoustic voice with remarkable accuracy and clarity. This professional electronics package ensures consistent, high-quality amplified tone whether you're performing intimate acoustic sets or large venue concerts. Premium Gotoh tuners provide the rock-solid tuning stability essential for maintaining intonation across all twelve strings, while the 1.875-inch nut width offers comfortable string spacing for complex chord voicings.
Ideal For
- Versatile guitarists seeking one instrument that handles multiple musical styles and genres
- Live performers who need reliable 12-string tone with professional-grade electronics
- Fingerstyle players wanting rich octave resonance and harmonic complexity for intricate arrangements
- Singer-songwriters looking for the shimmering, full-bodied sound that defines classic 12-string recordings
- Country, folk, and Americana musicians who appreciate the bright, jangly character of quality 12-string guitars
Key Features
Versatile Tonewood Pairing
The solid spruce top delivers exceptional projection and wide dynamic range, responding beautifully to both aggressive strumming and delicate fingerpicking techniques. Laminate rosewood back and sides add warmth and depth while enhancing the guitar's dynamic fluidity, allowing seamless transitions between bright cowboy chords and resonant fingerstyle passages.
Professional CTF-2N Electronics
Takamine's CTF-2N preamp system provides natural, transparent amplified tone that faithfully represents the guitar's acoustic character. The intuitive control layout allows quick sound adjustments during performances, ensuring you can dial in the perfect tone for any venue or musical situation without compromising the instrument's organic voice.
John Jorgenson Design Specifications
This signature model reflects John Jorgenson's exacting standards for playability and tonal versatility. Every design element, from the tonewood selection to the neck profile, has been carefully chosen to deliver the sonic capabilities required by a world-class performer who seamlessly moves between country, jazz, rock, and world music styles.
Optimized Neck Geometry
The mahogany D-shape neck profile offers exceptional comfort during extended playing sessions, while the 25.375-inch scale length provides ideal string tension for the 12-string configuration. The 1.875-inch nut width accommodates proper string spacing without feeling cramped, making complex chord shapes and intricate fingerpicking patterns more accessible to players of all hand sizes.
Premium Hardware and Appointments
Gotoh tuners deliver reliable tuning stability crucial for 12-string instruments, minimizing the time spent retuning between songs. The rosewood bridge and fingerboard enhance sustain and tonal transfer, while the custom JJ inlay at the 12th fret adds a signature touch that distinguishes this professional-grade instrument from standard production models.
What's Included
- Takamine JJ325SRC-12 John Jorgenson Signature 12-string acoustic-electric guitar
- Softshell case for protection and portability
- D'Addario EXP38 strings (.010-.047)
- Manufacturer warranty
- Free standard shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Dreadnought, Laminate Rosewood back and sides, X-bracing |
| Neck | Mahogany, D-shape profile |
| Fretboard | Rosewood, 12" radius, Dot inlays with JJ inlay at 12th fret |
| Scale Length | 25.375 inches |
| Frets | 20, Medium |
| Top Wood | Solid Spruce |
| Electronics | Takamine CTF-2N preamp |
| Hardware | Gotoh tuners, Rosewood bridge |
| Finish | Gloss Red Stain |
| Number of Strings | 12-string configuration (steel strings) |
| Nut Width | 1.875 inches |
| Weight | 5.51 lbs |
| Orientation | Right-handed |
| Strings | D'Addario EXP38 (.010-.047) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | JTAKJJ325SRCL12 |
Get Your Hands on This Signature 12-String Today
Experience the exceptional versatility and professional performance of the Takamine JJ325SRC-12 John Jorgenson Signature guitar at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our expert staff can help you explore this remarkable signature model and discover how its dynamic tonal range can elevate your playing. Visit us today to play this distinctive instrument and find out why John Jorgenson chose Takamine for his signature 12-string design.
