Nestled at the base of Takamine Mountain in Sakashita, Japan, Takamine Guitars have over 40 years of history dedicated to innovation and improvement to the art and craft of guitarmaking. What first began as a small family business has evolved into one of the leading guitar manufacturers In the world, depended upon by some of the best players and biggest names in the music industry.

So what's the deal? Why are there so many Takamine players? They'd like to think that it's because they've earned your respect. Takamine has made technological advancements that have surpassed other guitar makers. Takamine prides itself in their dedication and loyalty to fine luthiership and it is shown through each Instrument the company makes.

The Takamine EG530SSC is part of the renowned G-Series acoustic guitar range. It's features are as follows:

• Dreadnought C/A bodyshape
• Abalone rosette
• Solid Spruce top
• Abalone dot inlays
• Solid Sepele back
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Nickel tuners
• Natural gloss finish

The heart of the electronics part of the guitar is a TK40 pre-amp.

We usually have one of these available to try in our large stock of acoustic guitars in our central Manchester shop, you are more than welcome to come and give it a try. If you would like to ask any guitar specific questions please call 0161 273 1000 / 1111 and ask for our guitar department. For any order related enquires please call the same number and ask for Internet sales.