Sound:
When I bought this guitar , 11 years ago I played it next to other guitars that were more exspensive, the tone in this one, was the selling point,the rosewood, is the sweetest sound, I play with a jazz style, also alot of fingerstyle,the action is excellent, I have used it in recording, with excellent results, I have used it for solo work, small auditoriums, and large ones, the sound, the electronics, all is superb, my only recommendation is to use good strings, such as DAddario, EXP. I play this through a Polytone amp, you do not need any effects, it is as pure as can be, all other guitars get traded every few years, except this one.
Feature:
No accessories, the electronics give you plenty of choices, included is a built-in tuner, which you need with a classical, changes in air temp, causes the strings to go sharp, if it is hot, or flat if it is cold. Buying the dAddario exp, strings greatly improves the retuning, they are nylon strings. The cedar top, and rosewood sides are what give this guitar the excellent tonal qualities,the tone I do not believe can be beat. If I had an accident with it, I would buy another one.
Ease of Use:
I have never had trouble with achieving the sound I was looking for, the guitar is very playable, it is a classical, so it has a wider neck, but I go from a arched top to this all of the time. The manual is clear, it is basically about the electronics, which are great, I get about 4-6 hours out of the batteries.
Quality:
Yes, the guitar is made well, the finish is perfect, no blemishes, the product is reliable, I can always depend on it, and since I found better strings, it stays in tune better, not as sensitive to cold/hot air, I also have done outdoor sets with it, I have traveled with it, it comes with a hard shell case, but I do not use it, because of weight, I use a Gator polyfoam gigbag, it is easier, since I always have at least 2 guitars, etc. I did add another strap button on it, I do not have any complaints, I think it will last forever. The first 2 years after purchasing it, I had to have frequent neck adjustments, then once it set, it has only been reset once since then.
Value:
Absolutely, I think it is worth more, when I compare it to other guitars I have bought for the same price.
Manufacturer Support:
I have not needed to contact the company about anything, the only thing was I just stated, I needed a few neck adjustments the first 2 years and only one since. I have not done any upgrades except adding a strap button.
The Wow Factor:
For me , it is the sound, sound, and it has a beautiful cutaway, great finish, again, it is the sweet, sweet sound!
Overall:
As stated if it was lost, or something I would buy it again, The thing I like the least is probably the tuners, I do not know if you can do better using nylon strings, but again I found the DAdarrio exp a huge improvement. Yes, the product has created great growth in my playing, in taking me to levels I never thought I would reach! My fave thing about it again is the sound, sound, sound!
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Sound:
I play this in a local music store, and was really excited by what I heard. I compared the sound to a beautiful piano. I played more expensive guitars while I was there... Nothing matched the sound of this guitar.
Feature:
I was suprised to discover the on-board tuner. Really nice extra. Although I would have still gotten it without this feature.
Quality:
After I bought the guitar, I began looking for reviews on specifications and the like. The internet discribed the top, simply as 'spruce'. So I thought maybe it wasn't a solid top. It wasn't until I read this review, many months latter, that I find it is a solid top. I always wanted a solid top.
Manufacturer Support:
NA
The Wow Factor:
high romance
Overall:
I would be foolish to ever part with the instrument.
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Sound:
Outstanding claasical guitar sound. Outstanding on ballads and when you want your notes to touch the listener's heart.
Feature:
The built in tuner makes alternate tunings easy and fast. The cutout makes those high frets reachable.
Quality:
My home EC132SC is on a stand next to my baby grand piano. Not only does it play great, it looks great.
Value:
Be patient and shop around. I'm okay with paying a little more so's I can play it in the local stores versus an internet purchase. $750-1000 is a fair price. If money's tight, go internet from an established web-store.
Manufacturer Support:
Every local store was sold out (they were on sale for about $750 w/o case). Had to ship my second one in from out-of-state. No service needed, so no complaints.
The Wow Factor:
I said "I want it" twice. One for home, one for lunch-time practice in my office.
Overall:
This guitar has helped me go from beginner to advanced classical/fingerpicker in two years.
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Sound:
Clean and clear when played loud. Hushed when played softly. My preferred guitar for jazzy licks. Great sustain. Very good acoustic flavors, great plugged in with a little reverb!
Feature:
Beautiful workmanship. High quality rosewood back and sides are perfectly bookmatched. The C4TB Pre-amp with tuner is intuitively simple to use, and effective in shaping the sound just right. The marquettery soundhole design is nice, but I prefer abalone.
Quality:
This Takamine looks, feels, and sounds like a guitar that costs twice its price. No complaints.
Value:
Great value. I sold a more expensive guitar to get this one. I am very satisfied!
Manufacturer Support:
None needed.
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Sound:
Great range from the lows to the highs
Feature:
Neat pre-amp, built-in tuner should be offered by every manufacturer.
Quality:
Perfect.
Value:
Worth every penny. Compares to $1000+ guitars I played.
Manufacturer Support:
None needed.
Overall:
See no reason to upgrade unless Takamine built a flashier anniversary model with the same spec's.
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