The Takamine GJ72CE-12 is a jumbo cutaway 12-string acoustic-electric that combines powerful acoustic projection with stage-ready electronics at a competitive mid-range price. The solid spruce top with flame maple back and sides produces a bright, shimmering tone with pronounced high-end clarity and solid midrange presence, making it especially effective for rhythm guitar work where the 12-string's natural chorus effect can drive a song forward. The jumbo body provides the volume and bass depth expected from a large-format 12-string, while the Venetian cutaway offers unimpeded access to the upper frets, a thoughtful inclusion that many 12-string models omit. Takamine's TP-4TD preamp system includes a three-band EQ and built-in tuner, providing reliable and flexible amplified performance that has made Takamine a trusted choice among touring musicians for decades. The split saddle bone nut and compensated bone saddle contribute to accurate intonation across all twelve strings, a critical consideration for any 12-string instrument. Build quality is solid, with clean binding work, well-finished frets, and stable die-cast tuning machines. This guitar suits intermediate and advanced players who perform live and need a 12-string that transitions smoothly between acoustic and amplified settings. The bright tonal character of the maple back and sides may not appeal to players seeking a warmer, more traditional 12-string voice.

12-String Guitars

Jumbo cutaway 12-string acoustic-electric with solid spruce top, flame maple body, and Takamine TP-4TD preamp for powerful, shimmmering stage-ready sound.