This Japanese model from 1993 is not only an extremely rare guitar, but a true exotic as well! Solid spruce over solid koa—completely all-solid wood! Wow, this guitar is crafted from truly stunning tonewoods. The combination of woods and inlays gives it a gorgeous Mediterranean look. The body is a scaled-down jumbo: noticeably smaller than a full-sized jumbo, but a very comfortable shape that still packs plenty of volume! It reminds me a bit of an OM model.

Besides its stunning looks, it sounds amazing. The tone is deeply intimate, and the instrument is genuinely inspiring—once you pick it up, you won’t want to put it down. It has a big sound without being pushy or harsh, featuring a beautifully balanced, silky-smooth tone that sits right between mahogany and rosewood, but with its own unique character. The highs are articulate without being overly bright, and the low end is rich and rounded without getting boomy. It is an exceptionally well-balanced guitar!

The playability is classic Takamine: a comfortable, fast neck! Since this is an acoustic-only model without electronics, they used the absolute finest tonewoods available. Notice how seamlessly the neck joins the body, crafted from a lovely light-colored mahogany. Or take a look at the striking grain on the rosewood fretboard!

It features a nice low action, a full setup, and tall frets with zero fretwear!

Have you been searching for a unique Takamine for a long time? This is an exceptionally special one, and you’ve come to the right place!

We are a shop, so testing it out is available by appointment. Shipping is always possible, as are trade-ins (at trade-in values). All guitars come with a 3-month warranty covering hidden flaws or technical defects (normal wear and tear excluded).