P4DC

Sale price£1,479.00

The Takamine P4DC is a meticulously handcrafted cutaway dreadnought guitar, renowned for its rich, resonant sound and elegant design. It features a solid spruce top with scalloped "X" bracing, solid sapele back and sapele sides, and a mahogany neck, all contributing to its warm tonal character. The rosewood fingerboard with ivory binding and wood "dot-in-dot" inlays, along with gold tuners with amber buttons, add to its visual appeal. Equipped with the proprietary CTF-2N preamp system paired with the unique Palatheticª under-saddle pickup, the P4DC ensures outstanding amplified sound quality for both stage and studio applications.

SKU: TK-P4DC

Handcrafted cutaway dreadnought with solid spruce top and CTF-2N electronics.

The Takamine P4DC is a top-line Pro Series cutaway dreadnought guitar that offers the finest in full-size Takamine acoustic sound, style, and performance. Handcrafted with precision, this instrument is designed to deliver an exquisite acoustic experience both onstage and off.

The P4DC features a solid spruce top, known for its bright and clear tonal properties. The top is reinforced with scalloped "X" bracing, enhancing its resonance and projection. The solid sapele back and sapele sides contribute to the guitar's rich, warm sound, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles. The body is adorned with elegant ivory binding with dark wood purfling and a rosette featuring concentric rings and wood marquetry, adding to its sophisticated appearance. The convenient Venetian cutaway design provides easy access to the upper reaches of the fingerboard, facilitating effortless playability across the entire neck.

Constructed with a mahogany neck, the P4DC offers stability and a comfortable playing experience. The rosewood fingerboard features ivory binding and unique wood "dot-in-dot" inlays, providing a smooth surface for precise finger movements. The neck's asymmetrical profile is slightly thinner on the bass side, fitting the natural shape of your hand and resulting in a comfortable feel and improved playability.

Equipped with Takamine's proprietary CTF-2N preamp system, the P4DC delivers exceptional amplified performance. This retro-inspired FET preamp system is paired with the unique Palatheticª under-saddle pickup, providing a warm and natural amplified sound. The preamp includes a built-in chromatic tuner, allowing players to easily maintain accurate tuning in any performance setting. This system ensures that the natural acoustic tone of the guitar is faithfully reproduced when amplified, making it an excellent choice for live performances and studio recordings.

The P4DC is fitted with gold tuners featuring amber buttons, offering precise tuning adjustments and adding a touch of elegance to the instrument's overall look. The natural bone nut and split bone saddle provide more accurate intonation, while the pin-less rosewood bridge makes string changes a breeze. The gloss natural finish enhances the visual appeal of the tonewoods and provides a smooth, comfortable feel.

With its combination of premium materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and state-of-the-art electronics, the Takamine P4DC stands out as a remarkable instrument for discerning musicians seeking a reliable and inspiring acoustic guitar.

Specifications

Body

Body ShapeDreadnought
CutawayCutaway
Body ColourNatural
Body FinishSatin
TopSolid Spruce
BackSolid Sapele
SidesSapele

Neck & Fingerboard

NeckMahogany
FingerboardRosewood
Scale Length644.0 mm
Nut Width43 mm
TunersGold

Hardware & Appointments

Bridge/SaddlesPinless bridge with split saddle
Binding/PurflingIvoroid binding with dark wood purfling
PickguardTortoise
AdornmentsConcentric-ring rosette with wood marquetry, "dot-in-dot" inlays, amber buttons

Electronics & Accessories

ElectronicsCTF-2N
Case IncludedYes
CaseSH200A

Dimensions

Length1045.0 mm
Width402.0 mm
Depth126.0 mm