


GJ72CE-12
The Takamine GJ72CE-12-NAT is a commanding 12-string electro-acoustic guitar featuring a solid spruce top paired with flame maple back and sides. This combination produces a lush, robust sound suitable for a wide range of musical styles. The slim maple neck and 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard ensure exceptional feel and playability, while the onboard Takamine TK-40D preamp system provides a built-in tuner with three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass switch for excellent amplified performance and versatility.

Solid spruce-topped jumbo cutaway 12-string with lush, robust sound.
The Takamine GJ72CE-12-NAT is a commanding 12-string electro-acoustic guitar that combines solid-top construction with stunning cosmetic features and premium electronics. Designed with a mighty jumbo body style and a soft Venetian-style cutaway, this guitar offers a lush, robust sound suitable for a wide range of musical styles. Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, the GJ72CE-12-NAT delivers the volume and sound quality you need.
The GJ72CE-12-NAT features a solid spruce top, known for its bright and clear tonal properties. The back and sides are crafted from flame maple, which adds brightness and clarity to the sound. This combination of tonewoods ensures a full-bodied tone with excellent projection, making it ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking styles. The jumbo body shape provides a powerful acoustic presence, enhancing low-end response and overall volume.
The slim maple neck offers a comfortable grip, facilitating smooth transitions along the 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard. This design enhances playability, allowing for effortless chord changes and intricate solos. The fingerboard's smooth surface and ergonomic profile make it suitable for various playing styles, from aggressive strumming to delicate fingerstyle techniques.
Equipped with Takamine's TK-40D preamp system, the GJ72CE-12-NAT provides a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass switch, offering excellent amplified performance and versatility. This system allows players to easily tailor their sound for any performance setting, ensuring optimal tonal quality whether plugged into an amplifier or a PA system. Additional features include a synthetic bone nut and split bridge saddle for superior intonation, a black walnut headcap, abalone rosette, abalone "reversed mountain" inlay at the 12th fret, and gold die-cast tuners with pearl buttons for stable and accurate tuning.
The GJ72CE-12-NAT boasts a beautiful gloss natural finish that exudes elegance and sophistication. The flame maple back and sides, combined with the abalone rosette and gold hardware, make this guitar visually striking on any stage. The combination of its modern aesthetics and traditional craftsmanship makes the GJ72CE-12-NAT a standout choice for discerning musicians.
With its blend of quality materials, exceptional electronics, and stylish appearance, the Takamine GJ72CE-12-NAT is an excellent choice for guitarists seeking a reliable and inspiring 12-string instrument for both live performances and studio sessions.
Specifications
Body
| Body Shape | Jumbo |
|---|---|
| Cutaway | Cutaway |
| Body Colour | Natural |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Flame Maple |
| Sides | Flame Maple |
Neck & Fingerboard
| Neck | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Fingerboard | Laurel |
| Scale Length | 644.0 mm |
| Nut Width | 48 mm |
| Tuners | Gold |
Hardware & Appointments
| Bridge/Saddles | Pin bridge with split saddle |
|---|---|
| Binding/Purfling | White body binding with black purfling |
| Pickguard | Tortoise |
| Adornments | Abalone rosette, abalone "reversed mountain" inlay, Pearl Buttons |
Electronics & Accessories
| Electronics | TK-40D |
|---|---|
| Case Included | No |
| Case | GC-J |
Dimensions
| Length | 1108.1 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 435.3 mm |
| Depth | 125.0 mm |



