Takamine GD11MCE Dreadnought Acoustic Electric Guitar Natural
Description
Takamine GD11MCE Acoustic Electric Lefty Guitar Natural
This left-handed dreadnought delivers the comfortable, responsive playability that left-handed players need from a quality instrument. The sapele construction combined with a mahogany neck produces a warm, balanced tone with excellent projection and natural resonance. The satin natural finish feels smooth and inviting, built to handle fingerstyle, strumming, and amplified performance with equal capability.
Construction & Tone
Built entirely from sapele (top, back, and sides) with a mahogany neck and laurel fingerboard, this guitar delivers a cohesive, warm tonal character that cuts through live without forcing you to compromise on acoustic response. The dreadnought cutaway body provides both acoustic projection and convenient upper-fret access, while the natural satin finish protects the wood without deadening vibration—essential for sustain and resonance on stage.
Playability & Electronics
The 644mm scale length and 42.5mm nut width are engineered for left-handed comfort, reducing hand fatigue during long sets. The integrated TP-4T preamp system keeps you in control with a gain knob, built-in tuner, and 3-band EQ (bass, middle, treble sliders) to dial in your tone from soundcheck to final encore. Body dimensions of 1049.3mm length, 402.5mm width, and 125mm depth create a balanced, road-ready instrument that performs equally well unplugged or on stage.
Key Features
- 6-string configuration
- Left-handed orientation
- Dreadnought cutaway body style
- Sapele top, back, and sides
- Mahogany neck
- Laurel fingerboard
- 644mm scale length
- 42.5mm nut width
- TP-4T preamp with gain, tuner, and 3-band EQ
- Natural satin finish
The GD11MCE is built for the left-handed player who demands reliability on stage, articulate tone in the room, and the confidence that comes from owning an instrument that won't let you down.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Takamine GD11MCE is a left-handed dreadnought acoustic-electric built for players who need comfortable, responsive action without breaking the bank. Sapele construction and a mahogany neck deliver warm, balanced tone with excellent projection—equally at home unplugged in a room or plugged into a PA for a gig. The TP-4T preamp with tuner and 3-band EQ keeps you stage-ready, making this a reliable workhorse for fingerstyle, strumming, and amplified performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Fingerstyle
- ✓ Acoustic Singer-Songwriter
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guitar good for beginners?
Yes. The GD11MCE is voiced for beginner through advanced players across all skill levels. The 644mm scale length and 42.5mm nut width provide comfortable spacing for left-handed players, and the dreadnought body delivers responsive playability for fingerstyle, strumming, and acoustic singer-songwriter styles.
What does the TP-4T preamp do, and do I need it?
The TP-4T preamp gives you gain control, a built-in tuner, and a 3-band EQ (bass, middle, treble sliders) for refined amplified tone when you plug into a PA or amp. It's built in and ready to use whenever you need to perform on stage or record direct into an interface.
What's the tone character, and what genres does it suit?
Sapele top, back, and sides with a mahogany neck produce warm, balanced tone with excellent projection and natural resonance. It's best suited to folk, fingerstyle, and acoustic singer-songwriter music, and not recommended for metal or djent styles.
Can I play this guitar both plugged in and unplugged?
Absolutely. The dreadnought cutaway body provides both strong acoustic projection unplugged and convenient upper-fret access. The integrated preamp and balanced construction mean it performs equally well in either setting—bedroom practice or stage performance.
What are the main dimensions and specifications?
Overall length is 1049.3mm, width 402.5mm, and depth 125mm. The scale length is 644mm, nut width is 42.5mm, and it features a laurel fingerboard, natural satin finish, and 6-string left-handed configuration.