Japanese-built Takamine guitars made between 1962 and mid/late 2012 can be reliably dated from the eight-digit serial numbers typically found at the neck block inside the instruments. The first two digits designate the year of manufacture, followed by two digits denoting the month.

Where is Takamine serial number?

neck block Takamine serial numbers are typically found on the neck block (where the neck joins the body) on the inside of the body of the guitar.

Where was my Takamine made?

Japan Takamine (guitar manufacturer)Native nameTakamine Gakki SeisakushoFounded1962HeadquartersNakatsugawa, Gifu , JapanArea servedWorldwideProductsAcoustic, classical guitars Acoustic bass guitars Preamplifiers Pickups Transducers4 more rows

How long do Takamine guitars last?

While you can find some excellent mid-range options for around $500, most Takamine guitars run over $1,000. However, despite an initial high cost, a high-end Takamine guitar will last a lifetime with no diminished sound quality.

What strings does Takamine recommend?

What strings do they come with? Answer: DAddario EXP16 Coated Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53. The Takamine website recommends the same strings and it sounds amazing.

What is a Takamine lawsuit guitar?

Takamine steel-strings with squared-off headstocks are known as “lawsuit guitars,” even though there was never any litigation. To distance its guitars from Martin and other American makers, Takamine modified certain details on its steel-strings.

Are Takamine Guitars made in Korea?

While the better class models of Takamines are made by hand in Japan, the company also owns factories in Korea where the lower models of Takamine guitars (as well as their sub-line of guitars known as Jasmine guitars) are made.

Which Takamine guitar models are made in Japan?

All Takamines are designed in Japan by Takamine. The G series models (this guitar) are built in China or Korea. (Takamine builds all pro series models in Japan.) This is a wonderful guitar!

Is Takamine owned by Fender?

Takamine Guitars Independent in the Global Market Over the course of the last year, Takamine embarked upon a massive journey to free itself from a long term distribution relationship with the once Kaman Music Corporation later known as KMC Music Corp a division of Fender Musical International Corporation.

What gauge strings come on Takamine Guitars?

What kind of strings come on the TB10 Bass? DAddario XL Chrome Flat bass strings, gauges . 050, .

How do I know which Takamine model I have?

Look immediately following, or just below the information regarding manufacture date of your instrument, and you will see the model number. Takamine guitars have only numbers to indicate model. These model numbers usually consist of five digits, followed by a hyphen, and ending with another letter.