Takamine EG530 SSC - Masaaki Kishibe - Dandelion Guitar Cover

Takamine EG530 SSC - Masaaki Kishibe - Dandelion Guitar Cover

Falling in love since I`ve heard the first notes of this tune. I`ve played the song in slower tempo than the original, to emphasize the calming effect of that piece from my point of view. I`ve played the whole song on my...
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G Series GN73CE Demo by Brett Vaughn

G Series GN73CE Demo by Brett Vaughn

Expert guitarist Brett Vaughn does this laid-back demo of a great guitar: the G Series GN73CE. This cool NEX cutaway guitar is a retro-inspired satin black machine that would look as at ease on a rock stage as it would in a...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 1: Wood and Parts Fabrication

Takamine Factory Tour Part 1: Wood and Parts Fabrication

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 1:...
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José Macario (Ladrones) on the G Series GD37CE

José Macario (Ladrones) on the G Series GD37CE

Respected guitarist of alternative Mexican band Ladrones José Macario plays the gleaming pearl white G Series GD37CE. This dreadnought cutaway guitar (also available in a 12-string version) features a solid spruce top, maple...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 2: Body Shaping

Takamine Factory Tour Part 2: Body Shaping

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 2:...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 3: Body Decorating and Polishing

Takamine Factory Tour Part 3: Body Decorating and Polishing

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 3:...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 4: Neck Assembly to Woodworking Finish

Takamine Factory Tour Part 4: Neck Assembly to Woodworking Finish

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 4:...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 5: Finishing Process

Takamine Factory Tour Part 5: Finishing Process

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 5:...
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Takamine Factory Tour Part 6: Final Setup

Takamine Factory Tour Part 6: Final Setup

In this exclusive series, you'll get a very detailed and beautiful look inside the process of how the master luthiers of Takamine Guitars handcraft their finest guitar models at the Takamine facility in Gifu, Japan. Part 6:...
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Pro Series P10NC Demo by José Macario

Pro Series P10NC Demo by José Macario

Take Takamine’s new P10NC — the top of the acclaimed Pro Series that’s handcrafted by our master luthiers in Japan — and put it into the hands of guitarist José Macario of the highly-regarded alternative Mexican band...
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