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Description

It is one of the popular mid-range acoustic guitars produced by Takamine.

Product specs

Brand Takamine
Model EG440C
Finish Natural
Year 2010s
Active Preamp No
Back Material Mahogany
Body Shape Dreadnought
Color Family Natural, Tan
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Neck Material Mahogany
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup None
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Sides Material Mahogany
String Type Steel
Top Material Spruce

FAQs

What type of wood is used in the construction of the Takamine EG-440?

The Takamine EG-440 features a spruce top and mahogany back and sides, providing a balanced tone with warmth and clarity.

Does the Takamine EG-440 come with a built-in preamp or pickup?

No, the Takamine EG-440 does not have a built-in preamp or pickup, making it a purely acoustic instrument.

Is the Takamine EG-440 suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Takamine EG-440 is suitable for beginners due to its comfortable dreadnought body shape and smooth playability.

How many frets does the Takamine EG-440 have?

The Takamine EG-440 has 20 frets, allowing for a wide range of notes and versatility in playing styles.

What string type is used on the Takamine EG-440?

The Takamine EG-440 uses steel strings, which are known for their bright and resonant sound.

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Takamine EG440C Electro Acoustic Guitar Review by Rikki's Music Shop, Edinburgh

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Takamine EG440C Electro Acoustic Guitar Review by Rikki's Music Shop, Edinburgh

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Demonstração do Violão Takamine EG 440-C.

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Violão Takamine EG440C

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Takamine EG440C

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Takamine EG440C

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Takamine EG-440.

Features and functionality

  • Takamine G-series uses laminate back/sides and solid tops; the GD93CE features a unique 3-piece rosewood/maple/rosewood back.

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  • The GD90CE boasts a ziricote back, impacting its tonal characteristics.

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  • The EG440C's built-in pickup may drain batteries quickly due to a faulty plug-in detection mechanism.

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Comparisons

  • The GD71CE offers aesthetic upgrades like maple binding, differentiating it from the GD51CE.

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  • The NEX series, noted for its comfortable "shrunk down" jumbo shape, offers similar wood combinations to the dreadnought models.

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User experience

  • Owners report that the G-series, including the EG440, is a reliable choice even when compared to higher-end Japanese-made models.

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  • Frequent battery drain is a reported issue, potentially impacting performance unless addressed before gigs.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Owners recommend cleaning battery contacts with alcohol to resolve persistent low battery light issues.

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patrick_pascual

Good entry level acoustic

Preamp equalizer is very sensitive and hard to find the tone that you like. has a 3 band equalizer a built in tuner and a volume knob. I need to further mix the sound with other pedals to achieve the desire tone that i need. With itself, it is very quacky, like all the rest of piezo pickups.

This is not so entry level, since there's still lower variants below this model. Just when getting a G series takamine, choose the pre-amp. I think there is still a higher model than what is installed in this unit (TP4T). TK or something.

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