Takamine Pro Series JP3DC 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Cedar Top | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Takamine Pro Series JP3DC 12-string acoustic-electric guitar delivers the shimmering, rich harmonics that define great 12-string tone with professional-grade electronics and premium construction. This dreadnought cutaway features a solid cedar top paired with sapele back and sides, creating warm, articulate sound that cuts through any mix. Built for intermediate to professional players seeking studio-quality recording capabilities and reliable stage performance.
Product Overview
The JP3DC showcases premium construction with its solid cedar top and sapele back and sides, finished in a natural satin that highlights the wood's natural beauty. Ivory binding and elegant wood marquetry rosette add visual appeal while the pinless rosewood bridge with split bone saddle ensures optimal string transfer and sustain. The scalloped X-bracing pattern optimizes frequency response and enhances the guitar's natural dynamic range.
The mahogany neck features a slim profile that makes navigating the bound rosewood fingerboard comfortable for complex chord work and intricate fingerpicking patterns. The 25.375" scale length and 1.825" nut width provide ample string spacing for clean fretting without finger interference. Twenty frets with dot inlays offer clear position markers across the entire neck.
The onboard Takamine CT4B II electronics system transforms this acoustic into a versatile stage instrument. The 3-band EQ with built-in tuner allows precise tone shaping, while the professional-grade preamp delivers consistent, feedback-resistant amplified tone. Gold tuning machines with amber buttons ensure stable tuning even under the high tension of twelve strings.
Ideal For
- Studio musicians layering rich 12-string textures over recordings
- Singer-songwriters seeking the full, chorused sound of doubled strings for live performances
- Folk and country players who want authentic 12-string jangle with modern electronics
- Professional performers requiring reliable amplified 12-string tone for larger venues
- Fingerstyle guitarists exploring the expanded harmonic possibilities of twelve strings
Key Features
Solid Cedar Top Construction
The solid cedar top provides the warm, responsive tone that cedar is renowned for, with excellent projection and clear note separation across all twelve strings. Scalloped X-bracing optimizes the soundboard's vibration for balanced frequency response.
Cutaway Dreadnought Body
The cutaway design offers extended upper fret access while the classic dreadnought shape delivers powerful volume and rich bass response. Sapele back and sides contribute brightness and clarity that complements the cedar top perfectly.
Professional Electronics System
The Takamine CT4B II preamp features a 3-band EQ, built-in chromatic tuner, and volume control for complete tonal flexibility. This system ensures natural amplified tone that faithfully represents the guitar's acoustic character.
Premium Hardware and Appointments
Gold tuning machines with amber buttons provide smooth, precise tuning stability. The pinless rosewood bridge with split bone saddle and bone nut maximize sustain and tone transfer while simplifying string changes.
Player-Friendly Neck Profile
The slim mahogany neck profile reduces hand fatigue during extended playing sessions, while the bound rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays offers smooth playability and clear position marking.
What's Included
- Takamine Pro Series JP3DC 12-string acoustic-electric guitar
- Softshell protective case
- D'Addario EXP38 strings (.010-.047)
- Limited lifetime warranty on manufacturing defects
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Dreadnought cutaway, sapele back/sides, solid cedar top |
| Neck | Mahogany, slim profile, bolt-on construction |
| Fretboard | Bound rosewood, 25.375" scale, dot inlays |
| Scale Length | 25.375" |
| Frets | 20 frets |
| Pickups | Takamine CT4B II preamp system |
| Electronics | 3-band EQ, built-in tuner, volume control |
| Hardware | Gold tuners with amber buttons, pinless rosewood bridge |
| Finish | Natural satin top, ivory binding |
| Weight | Approximately 4.8 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This 12-String Guitar Today
Experience the full, shimmering sound of the Takamine JP3DC at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where you can test its rich harmonics and comfortable playability firsthand. Our knowledgeable staff can help you explore this guitar's versatile tonal capabilities and demonstrate the professional electronics system. Contact us today to schedule your playing session or visit our showroom to discover why this 12-string has become a favorite among recording artists and live performers.
