Takamine GY51E New Yorker - Solid Spruce, Black Walnut
Vintage Charm Meets Modern Versatility
The Takamine GY51E New Yorker is a masterclass in blending traditional aesthetics with contemporary performance. This compact yet powerful acoustic-electric guitar offers a rich tonal palette, making it an ideal choice for fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and those seeking a comfortable instrument without compromising on sound quality.
At the heart of the GY51E lies a solid spruce top, paired with black walnut back and sides. This combination delivers a clear, articulate tone with a warm midrange and enhanced fundamental frequencies. The smaller New Yorker body shape ensures a focused sound, perfect for intricate playing and intimate performances.
The mahogany neck with a 12" radius laurel fingerboard provides smooth playability across all 21 frets. The asymmetrical neck profile offers a comfortable grip, accommodating various playing styles and hand sizes. The guitar's 24.8" scale length contributes to its balanced tone and ease of play.
Equipped with Takamine's TP-4TD preamp system, the GY51E ensures that its natural acoustic tone translates seamlessly when amplified. The onboard electronics feature a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls, providing versatility for both stage and studio settings.
Aesthetically, the GY51E boasts a gloss natural finish, slotted headstock, abalone rosette, and mother-of-pearl dot inlays, exuding a vintage charm that complements its modern features.
Experience the harmonious blend of vintage aesthetics and modern functionality with the Takamine GY51E New Yorker—a guitar that delivers exceptional tone and playability in a compact, stylish package.
Features
- Tonewoods: Solid spruce top with black walnut back and sides for a balanced and articulate tone.
- Body Shape: New Yorker design offers a compact size with focused sound projection.
- Neck & Fingerboard: Mahogany neck with a 12" radius laurel fingerboard ensures smooth playability.
- Electronics: Takamine TP-4TD preamp system with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls for versatile amplified performance.
- Aesthetic Appointments: Gloss natural finish, slotted headstock, abalone rosette, and mother-of-pearl dot inlays for a vintage-inspired look.
- Hardware: Gold die-cast tuners and synthetic bone nut and split bridge saddle for reliable tuning stability.
- Scale Length: 24.8" scale length contributes to the guitar's balanced tone and comfortable playability.
- Nut Width: 42.5mm nut width accommodates various playing styles.