Takamine

For half a century now, Takamine has proudly dedicated itself to the art of fine guitar craftsmanship. Its longstanding devotion to innovation and continual improvement has placed it among the world’s premier acoustic guitar makers, with truly fine instruments that are the first choice of players worldwide.

With humble beginnings in 1959 as a small family-run guitar shop nestled at the foot of Mount Takamine in the central Japanese town of Sakashita, the fledgling company took the mountain’s name in 1962 and began in earnest the remarkable journey that led to the phenomenal success that is the modern Takamine company.

As guitar playing gained great popularity in Japan in the 1960s, Takamine grew in size and stature as a quality instrument maker. With the 1968 arrival of talented luthier Mass Hirade, Takamine guitars made great strides in design and manufacturing, and it was due in large part to Hirade’s great energy, dedication and commitment that Takamine guitars became available worldwide in 1975. Legions of guitarists then began to discover the richly rewarding musical experience of playing a Takamine guitar.



Takamine pioneered the development of acoustic- electric guitars in the late 1970s, introducing many innovations that remain at the heart of modern acoustic-electric guitar design and setting standards for excellence that endure to this day. It is this legacy of integrity and acclaim that makes players around the globe rely on finely crafted Takamine guitars. Their respect and dedication is the real-world proof that Takamine stands for, as it always has, great sound and peerless craftsmanship in every instrument.

That’s why there are so many Takamine players, and that’s why the guitar world now celebrates 50 years of fine Takamine guitars. Here’s to the next 50 years.

Limited edition - 50th Anniversary Model (T50TH)

“MICHI” - A path or a course to follow over a distance.

That is the theme that guided the conception of this special limited edition instrument. The growing vine motif is symbolic of the long and vital life of the Takamine Guitar company and is significant for our 50th Anniversary and will never be duplicated again.

Limited Edition - Classical (LTD2012C)

This instrument posseses all of the power and projection you would expect from a big, substantial dreadnought guitar with a top grade spruce top and solid rosewood back. Combine these attributes with our CTP-2 CoolTube preamp and you have a performance guitar that rules the stage with sonic power and visual presence.





Limited Edition - Dreadnaught (LTD2012)This oval soundhole classic utilizes a high grade spruce top and a solid Indian rosewood back for brilliant tone and impressive projection. The performance capability is unmatched with the CTP-2 CoolTube preamp system.

Limited Edition - G Series (EG50TH)

The first “Limited Edition” G Series guitar in our 50 year history. This instrument is built using the same themes used on our collectors edition T50th commemorative and LTD2012 guitars. These design themes will never againbe duplicated.

Solid Sitka spruce and mahogany back and sides give this guitar a powerful voice with excellent projection for outstanding acoustic performance. Team this with a state of the art Takamine pickup and preamp system for un- matched stage capabilities