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Takamine's all-new sub-$500 GL Series headlines comprehensive 2023 acoustic collection
By Matt Owen published
Six instruments have been introduced in total, including four shorter scale, reasonably priced GL Series acoustics and two high-end G Series guitars

Takamine LTD2022 review
By David Mead published
One of two limited-edition models that celebrate Takamine’s 60th Anniversary, both of which engage the charms of Hawaiian koa in their construction. Let’s take a closer look

Takamine TC135SC and CRN-TS1 review
By David Mead published
As Takamine celebrates its 60th year, we look at two very different models that cover a lot of musical ground…

NAMM 2022: This is ‘The 60th’ – Takamine’s stunning limited-edition celebration of its diamond anniversary
By Matt Parker published
The hand-built Hawaiian Koa model will be limited to just 60 pieces and has a diamond embedded in the headstock

NAMM 2022: Takamine expands its affordable G Series with 6 new acoustic models
By Matt Owen published
Five six-strings – with shorter scale lengths for improved playability – and a sole 12-string head up the drop, with each acoustic sporting Takamine's TP-3G electronics

Takamine celebrates its diamond anniversary with the hand-crafted LTD2022
By Matt Parker published
The firm’s latest limited-edition build celebrates its past and present

Takamine PTU441-MTB review
By David Mead published
Originally produced for the Japanese home market, this little parlour-sized acoustic is now available as a limited UK run. They say small is beautiful – let’s take a listen…

A David Bowie-owned and -signed Takamine is up for auction
By Richard Bienstock published
The 12-string acoustic-electric is autographed with the inscription “Ground Control to Major Tom”
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