Takamine P5NC-TRIAX Cutaway Acoustic Guitar Natural Gloss B-Stock
Description
Takamine P5NC-TRIAX Cutaway Acoustic Guitar Natural Gloss B-Stock
The P5NC-TRIAX sits comfortably in the hands during extended playing sessions and translates reliably to amplified stages, making it built for gigging musicians who demand consistent performance. The solid spruce top with X-bracing and solid rosewood back deliver a balanced tonal character—warm yet articulate—that cuts through a mix without sacrificing acoustic richness. The responsive mahogany neck supports long sets without fatigue and rewards both delicate fingerpicking and dynamic strumming with reliable musical response across the frequency spectrum.
Playability & Build Quality
The NEX cutaway body combined with a 644mm scale length and 42.67mm nut width creates an ergonomic platform suited to both classical and contemporary playing techniques. The rosewood fingerboard with abalone dot-in-dot inlays, natural bone nut, and split bone saddle ensure responsive, reliable performance night after night, while the mahogany neck provides structural integrity and tonal support that sustains cleanly across extended passages.
Amplified Performance & Electronics
The CT4-DX preamp paired with the TRIAX under-saddle pickup system captures the guitar's organic, woody character with precision, offering four-band EQ (low, low mid, high mid, high) and dual notch filter controls to manage feedback in amplified settings. The onboard chromatic tuner and comprehensive tone-shaping controls ensure this instrument translates its acoustic richness faithfully to any performance venue, whether running direct to a PA or through an acoustic amp.
Key Features
- Solid spruce top with X-bracing; solid rosewood back and sides
- NEX cutaway body shape with Venetian cutaway design
- Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and abalone dot-in-dot inlays
- 644mm scale length, 42.67mm nut width, 1046mm length, 398mm width
- Natural bone nut and split bone saddle
- Gloss natural finish with ivory body binding, dark wood purfling, and abalone rosette
- CT4-DX preamp with four-band EQ and dual notch filter controls
- TRIAX under-saddle pickup system
- Onboard chromatic tuner
- Gold tuners with gold buttons and rosewood headcap
- Right-handed, 6-string steel-string configuration
- Includes premium archtop hardshell case
The P5NC-TRIAX delivers professional-grade versatility across genres, balancing acoustic satisfaction with the dependable amplified performance touring and session work demand.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: light scratches acquired during in-store demonstration and handling, plus a hard brown case with cosmetic cuts and tears. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. A premium Takamine acoustic-electric at a significant B-Stock discount with full manufacturer warranty.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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At a Glance
The Takamine P5NC-TRIAX is a professional-grade acoustic-electric cutaway built for gigging musicians who need reliable amplified performance night after night. Its solid spruce top and rosewood back deliver a warm yet articulate tone that cuts through a mix, while the ergonomic NEX body and responsive mahogany neck handle extended sets without fatigue. The CT4-DX preamp and TRIAX pickup system faithfully capture your acoustic character on any stage, with four-band EQ and feedback controls to adapt to any venue.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Gigging
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Folk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and are there any defects?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections acquired during in-store demonstration and handling—light scratches on the body and cosmetic cuts and tears on the included hard brown case. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity. It comes with full manufacturer warranty.
How does this guitar perform when plugged in?
The CT4-DX preamp paired with the TRIAX under-saddle pickup system captures the guitar's warm, woody character with precision. It features four-band EQ (low, low mid, high mid, high) and dual notch filter controls to manage feedback in amplified venues, translating acoustic richness faithfully whether you run direct to a PA or through an acoustic amp.
Is this guitar comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes. The NEX cutaway body, 644mm scale length, and responsive mahogany neck are ergonomically designed to sit comfortably during extended sets and reward both delicate fingerpicking and dynamic strumming without fatigue. The responsive neck provides structural integrity and clean sustain across extended passages.
What genres and playing styles does this guitar suit?
It excels at folk, singer-songwriter, and contemporary acoustic work across studio sessions and touring. The balanced tonal character and professional-grade versatility make it equally at home with fingerpicking and strumming, though it is not designed for metal or djent.
What hardware and components come standard?
The guitar features a natural bone nut and split bone saddle, gold tuners with gold buttons and a rosewood headcap, an onboard chromatic tuner, and comes with a premium archtop hardshell case. Specifications include a 644mm scale length, 42.67mm nut width, and right-handed 6-string steel-string configuration.
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