Takamine EF450C-TT NEX Acoustic Guitar Brown Sunburst
Description
Takamine EF450C-TT NEX Acoustic Guitar — Brown Sunburst
The EF450C-TT sits naturally in your hands across its NEX body with Venetian cutaway, handling seated or standing play with equal authority. The 42.5mm nut width and 25.35" scale length deliver a comfortable, modern playing geometry that feels intuitive from the first chord. Built around premium tonewoods and Takamine's proven TLD-2 electronics, this 2017-era model is engineered to cut through live sound without sacrificing responsiveness under your fingers.
Playability & Construction
The solid Thermal Spruce top, solid Flame Maple back and sides, and Maple neck produce a resonant, articulate voice with natural projection that carries on stage. Striped Ebony fingerboard with abalone and mother-of-pearl "Grass Flower" inlays—paired with gold hardware—deliver both tactile precision and visual refinement under stage lights.
Electronics & Amplification
The TLD-2 Line Driver system integrates a Palathetic pickup with dedicated controls for volume, treble, midrange, and bass, letting you dial in your tone at soundcheck and lock it in for the gig. Powered by two 1.5-volt AA batteries with up to 1,000 hours runtime and automatic shutoff, the onboard electronics track your playing dynamics without coloring your natural acoustic voice.
Key Features
- Body: NEX with Venetian cutaway
- Top: Solid Thermal Spruce
- Back: Solid Flame Maple
- Sides: Flame Maple
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Striped Ebony with abalone and mother-of-pearl "Grass Flower" inlays
- Nut Width: 42.5mm
- Scale Length: 25.35"
- Electronics: TLD-2 with Palathetic pickup
- Controls: Volume, treble, midrange, bass
- Power: Two 1.5V AA batteries (up to 1,000 hours with automatic shutoff)
- Finish: Gloss Brown Sunburst with gold hardware
- Includes: Hardshell case
This instrument merges time-tested lutherie with dependable amplification, standing up to touring schedules, session demands, and the critical ear of serious collectors.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
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At a Glance
The Takamine EF450C-TT NEX is a premium Thermal Spruce and Flame Maple cutaway built for gigging musicians and session players who demand balanced tone, responsive dynamics, and stage-ready amplification. Its articulate voice with natural projection and surgical TLD-2 electronics make it equally at home in worship settings, folk venues, or studio sessions, while the comfortable 42.5mm nut width and Venetian cutaway work for both seated and standing play. The solid tonewoods, Striped Ebony fingerboard, and proven Palathetic pickup system deliver the refinement and reliability that intermediate to professional players expect from a touring workhorse.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Worship
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The EF450C-TT is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its responsive dynamics, balanced tone, and modern playing geometry reward experienced technique, making it a strong choice for session work, touring, and studio recording.
Does this guitar work well plugged in?
Yes. The TLD-2 Line Driver system with Palathetic pickup includes dedicated controls for volume, treble, midrange, and bass, allowing you to shape your amplified tone with precision. The electronics remain transparent and responsive to your playing dynamics, and two AA batteries power the system for up to 1,000 hours with automatic shutoff.
What genres is this guitar best for?
This guitar excels in folk, worship, studio sessions, and live performance. Its balanced midrange, warm sustain, and articulate voice are well-suited to these applications; it is not optimized for metal or hard rock.
How does the cutaway affect playability?
The Venetian cutaway provides comfortable access to upper frets and works equally well for seated or standing play. Combined with the 42.5mm nut width and 25.35" scale length, the cutaway supports modern playing geometry without sacrificing resonance or traditional acoustic character.
What materials are used in this guitar?
The EF450C-TT features a solid Thermal Spruce top, solid Flame Maple back and sides, and a Maple neck. The fingerboard is Striped Ebony with abalone and mother-of-pearl 'Grass Flower' inlays, and the hardware is gold. A hardshell case is included.