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Oct 15, 2026 7:25 PM

Takamine Guitars: 8 Models

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Focus Pro Audio has select Takamine Guitars on sale listed below when you apply discount code FCTGSL at checkout. Shipping is free.

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Focus Pro Audio has select Takamine Guitars on sale listed below when you apply discount code FCTGSL at checkout. Shipping is free.

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Oct 15, 2026 9:43 PM
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eck0404Oct 15, 2026 9:43 PM
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I'm considering the gd 51 but also a Yamaha fg830. I can't really try them around where I live though. Anyone have any experience with these dreadnoughts.
Oct 15, 2026 10:23 PM
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MerryWinter636Oct 15, 2026 10:23 PM
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I've owned a guitar from this brand; it was completely unremarkable.
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Oct 16, 2026 12:17 AM
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AnalogOct 16, 2026 12:17 AM
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I don't know about these, or where they're manufactured, but my Japanese made Takamine is a tremendous guitar, and I've owned Taylor and Martins.
Oct 16, 2026 1:51 AM
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JasonV2607Oct 16, 2026 1:51 AM
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Quote from eck0404 View quoted comment :
I'm considering the gd 51 but also a Yamaha fg830. I can't really try them around where I live though. Anyone have any experience with these dreadnoughts.
No, but I also have the 830 and I have a really hard time believing any Taka under 1000 would beat it!
Oct 16, 2026 4:52 AM
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ZiasaurOct 16, 2026 4:52 AM
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been rocking on a takamine G series for a decade, definitely overperforms in it's price range by a mile imo.

it's not a Taylor but its also a fraction of the price, beats everything else in the 300$ range
Oct 16, 2026 6:23 AM
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CagnyOct 16, 2026 6:23 AM
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Great prices on the G Series. These guitars will be much better than anything in this price-range. At this price, it's an easier justification to take it to a guitar store and have them setup the guitar (usually around $100).
Oct 16, 2026 3:51 PM
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NeonfloydOct 16, 2026 3:51 PM
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I own a Takamine G series, Cutway, Acoustic-Electric guitar for last 5 years. Costed me $600. They are great but anything under $750, my recommendation will be always to buy Yamaha guitars. If you can afford, pls take Takamine - Pro, Signature or Limited Edition series guitars. They are amazing and I guarantee they will never let you down and better than many top brands.

Today, I need any real user suggestion on the Taka-Mini guitars listed here. Anyone here using it already , any suggestion, feedbacks please ?

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Oct 16, 2026 9:50 PM
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DangerouxDaveOct 16, 2026 9:50 PM
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What's the actual difference between the GD11M and the GD51 besides price? The specs look close on the site and I can't tell what the extra money gets you
Oct 19, 2026 7:05 PM
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rumata13Oct 19, 2026 7:05 PM
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Thanks for sharing! Repped!
Oct 21, 2026 3:20 AM
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VavoomOct 21, 2026 3:20 AM
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Quote from Neonfloyd View quoted comment :
I own a Takamine G series, Cutway, Acoustic-Electric guitar for last 5 years. Costed me $600. They are great but anything under $750, my recommendation will be always to buy Yamaha guitars. If you can afford, pls take Takamine - Pro, Signature or Limited Edition series guitars. They are amazing and I guarantee they will never let you down and better than many top brands.Today, I need any real user suggestion on the Taka-Mini guitars listed here. Anyone here using it already , any suggestion, feedbacks please ?
Don't know anything about guitar. My daughter took a class and seems to have enjoyed it. What's a good guitar to get for a beginner like her? Seems like you recommended Yamaha but what model if that is the right term to use. Thanks!
Last edited by Vavoom October 20, 2026 at 09:24 PM.
Oct 28, 2026 5:07 PM
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NeonfloydOct 28, 2026 5:07 PM
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Don't know anything about guitar. My daughter took a class and seems to have enjoyed it. What's a good guitar to get for a beginner like her? Seems like you recommended Yamaha but what model if that is the right term to use. Thanks!
How old is she? Based on her age and experience level, here are my recommendations:

Under 8 years old: Yamaha JR2
Beginner acoustic: Yamaha FS800
Best acoustic option to buy once and use for several years: Yamaha CSF1M
Beginner acoustic-electric: Yamaha FGX800C

Martin and Taylor also make excellent beginner guitars, but they come at a higher price point. I'd usually recommend those once she develops a serious interest in guitar and music. In my opinion, Yamaha currently offers the best value in the sub-$500 range.
Takamine and Seagull (a Canadian brand under Godin Guitars) are also great options for players moving beyond the beginner stage.

One thing I strongly recommend is avoiding extremely cheap guitars simply because the player is a beginner. Developing a good ear for notes, tone, pitch, and overall sound quality is a critical part of learning music, and a poorly made instrument can make that much harder. A decent-quality guitar makes the learning experience far more enjoyable and rewarding.

Hope this helps!

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