Takamine GC1 Series AC/EL Classical Guitar with Cutaway The TGC1CE is a great looking acoustic/electric classical guitar that provides rich nylon-string sound and performance features such as a Venetian style cutaway and Takamine electronics system. An excellent choice for any player seeking an affordable acoustic/electric classical guitar that performs well above its price tag, the TGC1CE features a fan braced select spruce top and mahogany back and sides for a full and balanced sound. The comfortable mahogany neck laurel fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the onboard Takamine TP-4T preamp system gives you a built-in tuner with volume and tone controls and a mid-cut switch for excellent amplified performance. Other great features include a dovetail neck joint, beautiful inlaid mosaic rosette, synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, laurel headcap, chrome tuners with white pearl buttons and an elegant gloss finish.