

GF49CE
The Takamine GF49CE CB blends compact form with bold ‘80s-inspired styling. Featuring a spruce top with mahogany back and sides, this FX-sized cutaway delivers warm, powerful tone that surpasses its size. Finished in a head-turning Cosmic Black Sparkle with red binding, and fitted with Takamine's TP-3G preamp system, it’s a sleek performer that’s ready to shine.

Solid spruce-topped FXC cutaway with balanced, articulate tone.
The Takamine GF49CE CB is a dynamic fusion of compact performance and retro-inspired style, evoking the bold design spirit of Takamine's 1980s-era guitars. Its FX-sized cutaway body is crafted with a spruce top and sapele back and sides, offering a warm, rich voice that exceeds expectations for a guitar of this size. Whether used for rhythm, lead, or fingerstyle, it delivers impressive projection and tonal depth.
Finished in an eye-catching Cosmic Black Sparkle with striking red binding, the GF49CE CB stands out visually just as much as it does sonically. Its sleek mahogany neck provides smooth playability, supporting Takamine’s reputation for effortless fretting and comfort. The compact FX body shape with a cutaway design ensures access to higher frets while maintaining a balanced, full-range acoustic response.
When it’s time to get louder, the GF49CE CB is ready for the stage thanks to its onboard TP-3G electronics. The preamp features a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain control, allowing you to easily dial in your sound with precision. Whether rehearsing, recording, or performing live, this guitar offers reliable, expressive amplification in any setting.
Combining classic Takamine playability with modern flair and powerful electronics, the GF49CE CB is a distinctive and versatile choice for guitarists who want great tone, standout looks, and smooth amplified performance - all in a compact frame.
Specifications
Body
| Body Shape | FXC |
|---|---|
| Cutaway | Cutaway |
| Body Colour | Cosmic Black |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Sapele Mahogany |
| Sides | Sapele Mahogany |
Neck & Fingerboard
| Neck | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Fingerboard | Laurel |
| Scale Length | 643.0 mm |
| Nut Width | 43 mm |
| Tuners | Black |
Hardware & Appointments
| Bridge/Saddles | Pin bridge with split saddle |
|---|---|
| Binding/Purfling | Red body binding and purfling |
| Adornments | Dot inlays |
Electronics & Accessories
| Electronics | TP-3G |
|---|---|
| Case Included | No |
| Case | GC-S |
Dimensions
| Length | 1024.78 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 374.7 mm |
| Depth | 106.0 mm |



