JTAKEF341SCLH vs TAKFT340BS-B — Compare
Takamine EF341SC Acoustic Lefty Guitar Gloss Black vs Takamine FT340 Burled Sapele Limited Dreadnought Guitar B-Stock
The EF341SC is a left-handed, Japan-made professional model with a cutaway for upper-fret access and solid cedar top, while the FT340 is a standard right-handed dreadnought with a solid spruce top and limited burled sapele back. Choose the EF341SC if you're left-handed and need stage mobility; choose the FT340 if you're right-handed, want a traditional dreadnought, and value rarity and visual wood character.
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Takamine EF341SC Acoustic Lefty Guitar Gloss Black
Takamine FT340 Burled Sapele Limited Dreadnought Guitar B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Takamine EF341SC Acoustic Lefty Guitar Gloss Black | Takamine FT340 Burled Sapele Limited Dreadnought Guitar B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,199.00 | $1,439.00 |
| Brand | Takamine | Takamine |
| Body | Dreadnought Cutaway | Dreadnought |
| Body Type | Hollow | Hollow |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 21 Frets | 20 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Pickup Configuration | Under Saddle | Under Saddle |
| String Type | Steel | Steel |
| Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Takamine EF341SC Acoustic Lefty Guitar Gloss Black
- ✓ Left-handed configuration—essential for left-handed players
- ✓ Cutaway body allows easier access to upper frets during live performance
- ✓ Solid cedar top produces warm, responsive tone suited to fingerstyle
- ✓ CT4B II preamp with three-band EQ and built-in tuner for stage control
Why choose Takamine FT340 Burled Sapele Limited Dreadnought Guitar B-Stock
- ✓ Solid spruce top delivers articulate treble and sustain clarity
- ✓ Limited edition burled sapele back and sides add distinctive visual depth and tonal character
- ✓ Full dreadnought body (no cutaway) offers maximum acoustic projection for traditional players
- ✓ B-stock pricing in the mid tier makes it more accessible than the EF341SC
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for fingerstyle playing?
The EF341SC is specifically noted for fingerstyle performance and features a solid cedar top that produces responsive, warm tone ideal for picked passages. The FT340 also supports fingerstyle but is more balanced across genres, making it versatile rather than specialized.
What's the main reason for the price difference?
The EF341SC is a professional-grade Japan-made model with a cutaway body and advanced three-band EQ preamp, placing it in the high price tier. The FT340 is a B-stock (cosmetically imperfect but fully functional) limited-edition model offered at mid-tier pricing, making it a value option.
Can I use either guitar on stage with amplification?
Both guitars are equipped for live amplification—the EF341SC features the CT4B II preamp with three-band EQ, while the FT340 includes the CTF-2N preamp with chromatic tuner and notch filter. The EF341SC's cutaway provides easier access to higher frets during performance.
Which has better tone for folk and country music?
Both suit these genres well. The EF341SC's cedar top emphasizes warmth and responsiveness, while the FT340's spruce top delivers articulate treble with warm midrange. The FT340 is explicitly listed for country and worship, while the EF341SC focuses on folk and fingerstyle.