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Takamine P3DC-12 Pro Series 12-String Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Takamine | SKU: TAKA-JTAKP3DC12
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$1,99900

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Takamine

Takamine P3DC-12 Pro Series 12-String Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar

$1,99900

Takamine P3DC-12 Pro Series 12-String Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar

The Takamine P3DC-12 Pro Series 12-String Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar combines a solid cedar top, solid sapele back, and professional onboard electronics in a natural satin finish. Built around a full-size dreadnought body, this Japanese-crafted instrument features hand-scalloped X-bracing, a Venetian cutaway, and Takamine's CT4B II preamp system for acoustic performance and amplified sound reinforcement.

Designed for performing guitarists, recording musicians, and players seeking the rich harmonic character of a professional 12-string acoustic-electric guitar, the P3DC-12 provides a responsive combination of warmth, projection, and articulation. Its solid cedar soundboard supports dynamic strumming and detailed fingerstyle playing, while the solid sapele back and sapele sides complement the instrument's resonant response. A mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide a traditional playing experience, with a 25.4-inch scale length and wider nut accommodating twelve-string arrangements. The Venetian cutaway improves access to higher frets, making this dreadnought guitar suitable for stage performances, studio recording, and acoustic accompaniment.

The P3DC-12 incorporates Takamine's CT4B II preamp with three-band equalization, volume control, and an integrated chromatic tuner. Its Palathetic pickup system captures string vibrations for connection to compatible acoustic amplifiers, recording interfaces, and PA systems. Additional appointments include a split bone saddle, gold tuning machines with amber buttons, wood dot-in-dot fingerboard inlays, and decorative ivory binding. The included Takamine SH200A semi-hard case provides a dedicated storage and transportation solution.

Key Features

Solid Cedar Top and Sapele Body Construction

The Takamine P3DC-12 features a solid cedar top designed to provide a warm, responsive acoustic foundation. Cedar's tonal characteristics make it suitable for guitarists seeking detailed articulation and a dynamic response across different playing techniques.

Hand-scalloped X-bracing supports the soundboard while allowing it to vibrate freely. This construction contributes to the instrument's resonance and projection, particularly when playing the layered harmonies of twelve strings.

The guitar pairs its cedar top with a solid sapele back and sapele sides. Sapele provides a complementary tonal character that helps maintain definition across the instrument's frequency range.

The full-size dreadnought body produces substantial acoustic volume, making the P3DC-12 suitable for rhythm accompaniment, ensemble playing, and solo acoustic performances.

Venetian Cutaway and Professional 12-String Playability

The P3DC-12 uses a dreadnought body with a Venetian cutaway that improves access to higher fret positions. This design allows musicians to move more comfortably between lower-register chords and melodic passages farther up the neck.

The mahogany neck supports a rosewood fingerboard decorated with wood dot-in-dot position markers. Its natural wood construction and traditional layout provide a familiar playing surface for experienced acoustic guitarists.

A 25.4-inch scale length accommodates the instrument's twelve-string configuration. The paired strings produce additional harmonic content, creating a layered sound that works well for acoustic rhythm arrangements, studio overdubs, and melodic accompaniment.

The manufacturer's published nut width of approximately 1.9 inches provides additional room for the twelve strings, supporting chord formation and finger placement.

Takamine CT4B II Preamp and Palathetic Pickup

The Takamine P3DC-12 incorporates the CT4B II preamp system, allowing players to connect the guitar directly to compatible acoustic amplifiers, PA systems, and recording equipment.

The CT4B II includes a three-band equalizer with dedicated bass, middle, and treble controls. These adjustments allow musicians to shape the instrument's amplified sound according to their playing style and performance environment.

A dedicated volume control provides convenient output adjustment, while the integrated chromatic tuner allows performers to check tuning without requiring a separate external tuner.

The preamp operates alongside Takamine's Palathetic pickup system, which uses specially designed sensing elements to capture acoustic vibrations from the instrument.

This combination provides a practical solution for musicians who regularly transition between unplugged performances and amplified live sound environments.

Split-Saddle Bone Bridge and Improved Intonation

The P3DC-12 features Takamine's distinctive split-saddle bridge design, which uses separate saddle sections to provide compensated string contact points.

This construction supports more accurate intonation across the instrument's playing range. Intonation is especially important for twelve-string guitars because each paired string must remain harmonically aligned with its corresponding string.

The bridge incorporates bone saddle components that transfer string vibrations into the soundboard, contributing to the guitar's acoustic response.

Its pinless bridge construction also simplifies string replacement by eliminating the need to remove traditional bridge pins.

Gold Tuning Machines and Natural Satin Finish

The Takamine P3DC-12 features gold tuning machines with amber-colored buttons, creating a distinctive appearance while providing individual tuning adjustment for its twelve strings.

The guitar's natural satin finish highlights the wood grain of its cedar soundboard and sapele body. This understated finish complements the instrument's traditional construction and professional presentation.

Ivory-colored body binding and dark decorative purfling outline the instrument's shape. A concentric-ring soundhole rosette incorporates wood marquetry for additional visual detail.

Wood dot-in-dot fingerboard inlays complete the instrument's decorative appointments without distracting from its traditional acoustic design.

Professional Live Performance and Studio Recording

The P3DC-12 accommodates musicians who need a twelve-string acoustic guitar for both unplugged playing and amplified performances.

Its combination of solid tonewoods, dreadnought construction, and professional electronics makes it suitable for singer-songwriters, acoustic ensembles, worship musicians, and recording artists.

The CT4B II preamp allows direct connection to compatible mixing consoles and recording interfaces, while the integrated tuner provides convenient access during rehearsals and performances.

The guitar's twelve-string configuration produces a layered harmonic texture that can add depth to recorded arrangements and complement other acoustic instruments.

Included Takamine SH200A Semi-Hard Case

The P3DC-12 includes the Takamine SH200A semi-hard guitar case, providing a fitted protective enclosure for storage and transportation.

The case helps protect the instrument during travel between rehearsals, performances, and recording sessions. Its inclusion makes the guitar a convenient option for musicians seeking a professional twelve-string instrument with a dedicated carrying solution.

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