Innovative design

Takamine's NEX shape epitomises their forward-thinking craftsmanship. It's the kind of guitar manufacturing that puts your needs as a musician first. Thanks to a nipped-in waist and scaled down size, the NEX is perfect for budding musicians and those who want extra comfort whilst playing. But to be honest, smooth playability is what every guitarist wants. Similar to the grand auditorium, the NEX's bold, silky-smooth voice is incredibly versatile, meaning you can go from thick chords to delicate picking techniques whilst always retaining superb clarity.

Heavenly acoustic sound

Spruce and rosewood. It's a majestic tonewood combination. The solid top of the GN51CE has been expertly crafted from spruce, and it's the perfect soundboard for broad dynamics and projection. In fact, it's one of the most common body top woods, so you know you can rely on it. Explore the wonders of incredible volume that carries definition with every note. Spruce also boasts brilliant versatility, allowing you to dive into the depths of different genres without losing a touch of sonic excellence. And when you have rosewood back and sides providing all their resonance and brightness in good measure, you know you can count on superb richness, whether you're strumming or fingerpicking.

Studio-ready, stage-ready

So, you've got your magical playing skills under your belt. There's no point in keeping them to yourself. Mesmerise everyone with your acoustic charm and deliver pure magic every time you step on stage. Takamine's TP-4TD preamp will let you sculpt your magnificent sound with precision, sending an unmistakeable, instantly recognisable tone through the speakers. You'll have sparkling amplification, whether it's during a recording session or sold-out gig.

Specifications

• Product Code: TK-GN51CE-NAT

Body & Bridge

• Body Back: Rosewood
• Body Shape: NEX Cutaway
• Body Sides: Rosewood
• Body Top: Solid Spruce
• Bracing: Quartersawn "X"
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Bridge Pins: Ivory with Abalone Dot
• Height: 5.8
• Length: 43.2
• Volume: 2.83
• Weight: 6.758

Neck & Fingerboard

• Fretboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
• Fretboard: Bound Rosewood
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8 mm)
• Position Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot
• Scale Length: 25.4" (644 mm)

Electronics & Hardware

• Hardware: Gold
• String Nut: Synthetic Bone
• Tuning Machines: Gold Die-Cast
• Strings: D'Addario® EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze (.012-.053 Gauges)
• Special Electronics: Takamine TP-4TD Preamp with Built-In Tuner