Takamine G240 Acoustic Guitar Review Soundboard Secrets of a Handmade Guitar
I’ve had this handmade Takamine G240 acoustic guitar for over 20 years but it rarely got played until now. In this review and demo you will see what an amazing guitar it turned out to be.
I have given it an overhaul and changed the strings which you can see here. https://youtu.be/hVsrPlG8Jog
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Intro to the distinctive jangly Takamine sound 00:13
Guitar review and description 03:30
Demo practice of classical Spanish style flamenco.
Malaguena is a good guitar exercise for beginners 6:50
Smooth Jazz style 09:00
Are old guitars better? 13:00
Guitar soundboard secrets 14:00
This guitar model only had a short run in production and is becoming quite rare and you can still pick them up for very little money. Possible the very best cheap guitar in the world.
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Online reviews about Takamine guitars:
“This is an instrument for the serious student or hobbyist or for the electric guitarist who wishes to play some acoustic as well”
Source https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/reviews/acoustic_guitars/takamine/g240/
“For its price, the Takamine G240 Acoustic Guitar could easily be the best dreadnought in the world. Only Takamine could make a budget guitar that sounds this good. Genuine rosewood fretboard with spruce top. Nato back and sides.”
Source https://www.guitarcenter.com/Takamine/G240-Acoustic-Guitar.gc
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Thomann also have the current version of this guitar.
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I haven’t tried the new version but if you can get this older model you will not be disappointed. It’s brilliant.
Check out the Takamine guitar workshop in Japan. https://youtu.be/DEFOsIcIXRo
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Originally posted by UCNRlumvvnTxIBBXQcccqfOQ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pK62PQuAnX8
There are no shortcuts to playing the guitar. It takes time and practice no matter what some people tell you. Just do the work and it will pay off.
I bought my G-240 from a friend after much hesitation on his part; I understood his reticence. I've had it for about 6-7 years now, same exact model as @molometer . If you're in love with the sound of a Taylor or a Martin and don't have that kinda cash to burn, my humble advice would be to get your hands on a Takamine G Series. The G-240 is great for all skill levels.
It doesn't quite have the bright highs of a Taylor but it's close enough and the bassy tones are incredible. The low action is similar to a Taylor or Martin also. Excellent harmonics
I just picked one up for 90 USD and had to take the Tak pickguard cover off myself.
I got my G240 for $50 on Craigslist and it is an incredible instrument. I had no idea at the time how good it was, and I am proud to have one. Can anyone verify if they are out of production? God bless.
If its good enough for Darius Ruckur its good enough for me. Is the neck chunky ? I like em chunky. Retail or suggested used price ?
I picked up a beat up Takamine G230 for $20. It looks terrible but sounds amazing. It’s my first Takamine and I’m surprised at how good it sounds.
I bought a Takamine G240 guitar 13 years ago…. the last one available in the instruments shop 🙂
I usually play at my church. The sound is incredible, with a high quality pre-amplifier.
I got mine sitting on my lap right now and I definitely agree with you. It’s a nice instrument as you say.. very rich sound!! Easy to play. I was think of buying a Taylor last year but yet If I had to choose between them two I would rather keep playing on my good old tamarind guitar.. that’s why I stopped myself from buying the new one. I just have the g340 model with a white stripe on the edge of the body and on the back. And it lacks the g series tag it only says takamine on the headstock
I got this guitar cheap 15 years ago from a guy who was moving out of state. Great purchase, have loved every minute of playing it.
Where do you put the battery for the amp
i have g 240 rs
Does it have a solid top?
does anyone know what kind of pickup is mounted on this guitar?
This guitar Made in?
A tuner makes an incredible difference
Fantastic Spanish guitar section!!! Your tempo is coming along nicely. Nimble finger too ????????????????????????