The Essential Holly Henderson

The Essential Holly Henderson

Working with acclaimed player/producer Pete Thorn, Holly Henderson just needed one more thing to complete her musical journey.

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Congratulations to Timothy Weaver, Winner of our Thinline Sweepstakes

Congratulations to Timothy Weaver, Winner of our Thinline Sweepstakes

He chose the TSP158C-12 in See Thru Black!

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Takamine At Home on 'The Voice' Stage

Takamine At Home on 'The Voice' Stage

Season 16 was more full of Takamine guitars than our warehouse, thanks to the generosity of coach Blake Shelton.

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Jerry Garcia’s Takamine

Jerry Garcia’s Takamine

One of the world's most iconic and beloved guitarists turned to Takamine for acoustic performances and recordings.

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Inside the Takamine Palathetic Pickup

Inside the Takamine Palathetic Pickup

All the details that go into making the world standard in acoustic-electric guitar pickups.

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Eagles "Hotel California" from 'Hell Freezes Over'

Eagles "Hotel California" from 'Hell Freezes Over'

A look at a classic music moment when "hell froze over" and the seemingly impossible band reunion (with their Takamine guitars) happened in 1994.

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The Return of Jovanny Cadena

The Return of Jovanny Cadena

In one of the music world's comeback stories of the year, this Regional Mexican musician is healthy and making music again to the delight of fans.

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2021 LTD Takamine "Blue Rose"

2021 LTD Takamine "Blue Rose"

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Exceptional Limited Edition by the Custom Shop.  Beautiful Blue gradation and that Takamine articulation, playability and exceptional appointments.  The BLue Rose embedded in the fretboard with abalone/mop "thorns" is a work...
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Reba Meyers (Code Orange) Takes an Acoustic Path

Reba Meyers (Code Orange) Takes an Acoustic Path

When doing acoustic versions of even the heaviest rock songs, Code Orange's guitarist agrees that no guitar fits the bill better than a 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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NAMM 2024: Introducing the G Series GD37CE

NAMM 2024: Introducing the G Series GD37CE

Specs & information: G Series GD37CE...
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Takamine Acoustic Guitar Roundtable

Takamine Acoustic Guitar Roundtable

Join Takamine's Tom Watters along with musicians Jake Allen and Jeff Klopmeyer for a full hour of everything you ever wanted to know about acoustic guitar shapes, woods, and tones! In this casual podcast-style presentation,...
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Takamine Preamp Shootout with Jake Allen

Takamine Preamp Shootout with Jake Allen

Our pal Jake Allen made this video to show off the unique tones and responsiveness of several of our acclaimed Takamine preamplifiers. Most of our preamp modules can be swapped out to different guitars if you’re looking for a...
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Takamine Artist Spotlight: Jake Allen

Takamine Artist Spotlight: Jake Allen

A talented genre-bending Takamine player with mindblowing technique lets us in on his history and creative process.

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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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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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John Anderson Joins Blake Shelton on Friends and Heroes Tour

John Anderson Joins Blake Shelton on Friends and Heroes Tour

One of country's great voices hits the road again in 2020.

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Understanding Mahogany and Its Variations

Understanding Mahogany and Its Variations

We all know that mahogany is used in guitar building, but not everyone understands the outstanding choices in sustainable and great-sounding mahogany variations!

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John Jorgenson Joins Sir Elton’s Farewell Tour

John Jorgenson Joins Sir Elton’s Farewell Tour

The man with the red guitar is filling in for Davey Johnstone on this historic tour.

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Toby Celebrates “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” with Tour and ACM Duet with Blake

Toby Celebrates “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” with Tour and ACM Duet with Blake

Toby Keith's big break was a song written 25 years ago in a motel bathroom in Dodge City, KS.

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Thursday June 25: Jake Allen Livestream on Facebook

Thursday June 25: Jake Allen Livestream on Facebook

Join us Thursday evening on the Takamine Facebook page for this free livestream show from an amazing player!

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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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Takamine Player Jenee Fleenor Earns Historic CMA Nomination

Takamine Player Jenee Fleenor Earns Historic CMA Nomination

One of Nashville's most respected musicians (and Takamine players) is a woman who deserves every accolade!

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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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Broken Headstock Takamine EG416-S-VS

Broken Headstock Takamine EG416-S-VS

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Came across a Project Guitar for $30 which is a Takamine EG416-S-VS with a TP-4T Preamp
Needed the headstock glued + headstock veneer & new nut + Takamine Logo & setup & new strings......
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Garth Awarded Gershwin Prize – Breaks Internet

Garth Awarded Gershwin Prize – Breaks Internet

A Takamine player who's known for giving back to the world more than he takes gets honored... and repays the gift many times over.

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Livestream Tonight (July 30, 2020): Code Orange

Livestream Tonight (July 30, 2020): Code Orange

Get your modern metal on tonight, acoustic-style!

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