Takamine GN11MCE-NS Electro Acoustic Guitar Natural Satin
Series: G Series
Body Shape: NEX Cutaway
Orientation: Right-Handed
Finish: Natural Satin
Overview
The Takamine GN11MCE-NS is a versatile electro-acoustic guitar designed for players seeking warm all-mahogany tone, comfortable playability, and dependable stage-ready performance at an accessible price point. Part of Takamine’s respected G Series lineup, the GN11MCE-NS combines the company’s distinctive NEX body shape with smooth playability and reliable onboard electronics, making it ideal for singer-songwriters, live performers, and developing acoustic players alike.
Built with a mahogany top, back, and sides, the GN11MCE-NS produces a warm, mid-focused tonal character with smooth highs and balanced projection. The NEX body shape offers the comfort of a smaller-bodied guitar while retaining excellent volume and resonance, making it particularly well-suited to vocal accompaniment, fingerstyle playing, and relaxed strumming.
The slim mahogany neck and smooth laurel fingerboard provide a comfortable fretting experience for extended playing sessions, while the Venetian cutaway allows easier access to upper frets for lead playing and modern acoustic techniques. The satin natural finish enhances the organic feel of the instrument while showcasing the attractive wood grain throughout the body.
Equipped with Takamine’s TP-4T preamp system, the GN11MCE-NS is fully prepared for live performance and recording applications. The onboard electronics include a built-in tuner and 3-band EQ controls, allowing players to shape their amplified sound with clarity and convenience.
Playability and Comfort
NEX cutaway body shape for balanced comfort and projection
Slim mahogany neck for relaxed fretting feel
Venetian cutaway for upper fret access
Comfortable setup suited to strumming and fingerstyle playing
Tonewoods and Construction
Top: Mahogany for warm and focused tone
Back & Sides: Mahogany for balanced resonance
Neck: Mahogany for stability and sustain
Fingerboard: Laurel for smooth playability
X-Bracing design for enhanced projection and clarity
Electronics
Takamine TP-4T preamp system
Built-in chromatic tuner for convenient adjustments
3-band EQ controls for amplified tone shaping
Suitable for live performance and recording use
Hardware and Setup
Closed-gear die-cast tuners for tuning stability
Laurel bridge for tonal consistency
Chrome hardware appointments
Factory setup designed for comfortable everyday playability
Design Details
Natural Satin finish with organic wood feel
Black body binding and black/white purfling accents
Classic Takamine stage-ready styling
Minimalist all-mahogany aesthetic
Specifications
| Category |
Detail |
| Strings |
6 |
| Body Shape |
NEX Cutaway |
| Top Material |
Mahogany |
| Back & Sides |
Mahogany |
| Neck Material |
Mahogany |
| Fingerboard |
Laurel |
| Bracing |
X-Bracing |
| Scale Length |
644 mm |
| Nut Width |
42.5 mm |
| Frets |
21 |
| Electronics |
Takamine TP-4T Preamp |
| Tuners |
Closed Gear Die-Cast |
| Bridge |
Laurel |
| Finish |
Natural Satin |
| Orientation |
Right-Handed |
Why Choose This Guitar?
The Takamine GN11MCE-NS is ideal for players who want:
A warm-sounding all-mahogany electro-acoustic guitar
Comfortable NEX body ergonomics with excellent projection
Reliable Takamine electronics for live performance
Smooth satin finish and understated vintage-inspired aesthetics
Excellent value for practice, recording, and gigging musicians