Apr 27/28: Takamine & ESP at the Tacoma Guitar Festival

Apr 27/28: Takamine & ESP at the Tacoma Guitar Festival

See you at the Tacoma Dome!

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Slotted Headstocks: Look Cool, Sound Great

Slotted Headstocks: Look Cool, Sound Great

A traditionally cool look with some added sonic benefits!

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NFL Drafts Cody Webb

NFL Drafts Cody Webb

Will this rising country star (and Takamine player) make it to the big stage? Watch the NFL Draft to find out.

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Congratulations Daniel Childs, Winner of our EF360SC TT Sweepstakes

Congratulations Daniel Childs, Winner of our EF360SC TT Sweepstakes

A worthy winner gets an amazing guitar.

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Jackson Marlow and Kelly Clarkson Team Up

Jackson Marlow and Kelly Clarkson Team Up

An 18-year-old summons a classic old-school country sound on The Voice with his great voice and his Takamine guitar.

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Striking Matches Gets Fired Up for 2019

Striking Matches Gets Fired Up for 2019

More new music and shows and great stuff to kick off 2019 from this Takamine-playing duo!

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Understanding Takamine's Split-Saddle Design

Understanding Takamine's Split-Saddle Design

Learn more about one of the hallmarks of Takamine's guitar designs.

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Takamine’s New Thinline Series

Takamine’s New Thinline Series

With a comfortable streamlined shape and an amazing sound, there's something for everyone with the new Thinline Series.

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Premier Guitar Review: EF360SC TT

Premier Guitar Review: EF360SC TT

One of our finest "Thermal Top" models gets put through its paces. See what happens!

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Hozier’s 'Wasteland, Baby!' Hits March 1st

Hozier’s 'Wasteland, Baby!' Hits March 1st

Takamine player and singer-songwriter Hozier finally takes us somewhere other than church... and sounds great doing it with his Pro Series P3NY!

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Spafford Announces Winter Tour

Spafford Announces Winter Tour

The Arizona-based jam band adds an acoustic component to their acclaimed live shows with Takamine.

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Feb/Mar: Takamine Guitar Night Clinic Tour with Jake Allen

Feb/Mar: Takamine Guitar Night Clinic Tour with Jake Allen

In February and March, you’re invited to join us at select Guitar Center locations for an evening with highly-acclaimed guitarist and singer-songwriter Jake Allen. These Takamine Guitar Night events are more than just an...
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Congrats to Taka-Mini Sweeps Winner Terry Dunn

Congrats to Taka-Mini Sweeps Winner Terry Dunn

Terry will receive a little guitar with a big sound, but you (whoever you are) might be our next winner!

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Takamine Co-Stars on "The Voice" Finale

Takamine Co-Stars on "The Voice" Finale

Chris Kroeze and Kirk Jay got a little help from a great guitar!

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Artist Spotlight: John Jorgenson

Artist Spotlight: John Jorgenson

A master of many instruments and many styles, John shares his experiences as a Takamine player and offers some excellent advice.

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Tonewood Basics: The "Big Three"

Tonewood Basics: The "Big Three"

Of the three most commonly used tonewoods for acoustic guitar backs and sides -- rosewood, mahogany, and maple -- which is right for you?

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Garth Brooks Announces Stadium Tour

Garth Brooks Announces Stadium Tour

There are few bigger events in country music than a Garth Brooks tour. Learn more about his upcoming plans to hit the road!

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Get the Lowdown on Takamine Acoustic-Electric Basses

Get the Lowdown on Takamine Acoustic-Electric Basses

What's stopping you from adding a Takamine acoustic-electric bass to your musical arsenal? Answer: nothing at all.

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Humidity: Your Takamine’s Friend

Humidity: Your Takamine’s Friend

It's the time of year for dry weather to be detrimental to your acoustic guitar. Learn the steps to save it!

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Large and In Charge: the Takamine Jumbo

Large and In Charge: the Takamine Jumbo

Big, bold, and beautiful, the jumbo shape includes some of Takamine's finest guitars.

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Music for the Midterms: The Accidentals' “Heavy Flag”

Music for the Midterms: The Accidentals' “Heavy Flag”

Sav and Katie want you to care about our future... and to vote!

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Will Carriker Wins Musician Institute Takamine Scholarship

Will Carriker Wins Musician Institute Takamine Scholarship

Congrats on a great opportunity and a great Takamine guitar!

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Dreadnought: The Iconic Acoustic Guitar

Dreadnought: The Iconic Acoustic Guitar

Over the past 55+ years, Takamine has become one of the world leaders in dreadnought acoustic guitars. Learn more about this most classic guitar shape!

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Us the Duo Shows America Their Talent... and Takamines

Us the Duo Shows America Their Talent... and Takamines

Already beloved from their huge online presence, this team of husband/wife singer-songwriters turns to Takamine for their biggest audiences ever.

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Takamine's Legacy Series: Fan Favorites

Takamine's Legacy Series: Fan Favorites

These guitars, built at Takamine's famous Sakashita design and manufacturing headquarters, represent some of the most iconic models we've ever made.

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Takamine Artist Dillon Carmichael Debuts at Grand Ole Opry

Takamine Artist Dillon Carmichael Debuts at Grand Ole Opry

Check him and his P6JC out on country's biggest stage on Tuesday August 21!

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Congrats to Ryan Skolasinski, our P1DC Sweepstakes Winner

Congrats to Ryan Skolasinski, our P1DC Sweepstakes Winner

This guy is going to be one happy Takamine player.

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Artist Spotlight: Steven Wilson

Artist Spotlight: Steven Wilson

"Having a bond with a beautiful instrument can really inspire and engage you as a songwriter, and I certainly feel that with the Takamine guitars."

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A Big Win for a Kenny Chesney Fan

A Big Win for a Kenny Chesney Fan

Sweepstakes winners are chosen at random, but this one seemed chosen by destiny.

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Step Up to Adirondack Spruce with Two New Limited-Edition Takamine Models

Step Up to Adirondack Spruce with Two New Limited-Edition Takamine Models

A sound so legendary that only one wood in the world can help you call it your own.

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