Takamine GD21CE Acoustic Electric Guitar Satin Molasses B-Stock
Description
Takamine GD21CE Acoustic Electric Guitar Satin Molasses
The GD21CE is a gigging workhorse: a comfortable dreadnought cutaway that sits naturally through long sets and delivers the tone you need both unplugged and on stage. Its solid spruce top paired with sapele back and sides produces a warm, balanced tone with articulate midrange clarity and defined low-end response. Built-in Takamine TP-3G electronics with a tuner and 3-band EQ let you dial in your sound at rehearsal or tweak it on the fly at a small venue without breaking stride.
Construction & Tone
The solid spruce top delivers responsiveness and projection you can count on in live settings, while the sapele back and sides contribute warmth without excessive coloration. A mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide the durability road players demand, with the dreadnought body shape engineered to balance volume and clarity across the frequency spectrum so your part cuts through the mix.
Electronics & Playability
The TP-3G system features a built-in chromatic tuner for quick, silent setup between songs and a 3-band parametric EQ (bass, midrange, treble) with ±12dB of range per band, allowing precise tone shaping for any amplified setting from small clubs to outdoor gigs. The 42.5mm nut width and 644mm scale length provide a comfortable grip and balanced string spacing for both fingerpicking and flatpicking techniques, so you stay consistent through your entire performance.
Key Features
- Solid spruce top
- Sapele back and sides
- Mahogany neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Dreadnought cutaway body shape
- Satin molasses finish
- 42.5mm nut width
- 644mm scale length
- 1049mm overall length
- Takamine TP-3G electronics with built-in tuner
- 3-band EQ with ±12dB range per frequency
The GD21CE delivers professional-grade construction and electronics in a reliable platform that handles rehearsals, live performances, and serious home practice with equal competence. Grab one for your main setlist or keep it as a road-tested backup.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections typical of B-Stock inventory, with light marks or finish inconsistencies that are purely superficial in nature. These cosmetic marks have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Takamine acoustic-electric at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the same full manufacturer warranty and quality assurance as a new retail unit.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Takamine GD21CE is a solid spruce dreadnought cutaway with warm, balanced tone and articulate midrange clarity—built for gigging musicians, home recordists, and serious players who need reliability both unplugged and plugged in. Its 42.5mm nut width and responsive neck feel suit fingerpickers and flatpickers equally well, while the onboard TP-3G tuner and 3-band EQ let you shape tone on the fly for any stage or studio setting. This B-Stock unit has minor cosmetic marks that don't affect playability or sound, making it a smart choice for players who value performance over flawless finish.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
This B-Stock GD21CE is fully functional with the same playability, tone, and structural integrity as a new retail unit. It features minor cosmetic imperfections—light marks or finish inconsistencies—that are purely superficial and have zero impact on performance or sound. You receive the same full manufacturer warranty and quality assurance as a new guitar.
Is this guitar good for both studio recording and gigging?
Yes. The solid spruce top and sapele back-and-sides deliver warm, balanced tone with articulate midrange clarity and defined low-end that records well and projects live. The onboard TP-3G electronics with tuner and 3-band EQ make it equally capable unplugged at home or amplified for small venue performances.
What nut width and scale length does it have?
The GD21CE has a 42.5mm nut width and 644mm scale length, providing comfortable grip and balanced string spacing for both fingerpicking and flatpicking techniques across all skill levels.
How does the TP-3G electronics system work?
The TP-3G includes a built-in chromatic tuner for quick setup and a 3-band parametric EQ with separate controls for bass, midrange, and treble—each with ±12dB of range. This allows precise tone shaping for any amplified setting, from studio recording to live performance.
What genres and playing styles is this suited for?
The GD21CE excels in folk, indie, studio sessions, and home recording contexts. Its warm, balanced tone and responsive construction suit both fingerpicking and flatpicking; it is not designed for metal or thrash metal genres.