Featuring Takamine's compact but big-sounding NEX body style, solid-top construction, elegant appointments and an upgraded electronics system, the GN71CE is a sleek and stylish acoustic/electric guitar that is all about great looks and premium sound quality. Delivering everything you need to hit the stage and look good doing it, the GN71CE features a solid spruce top and black walnut back and sides that produce a rich, detailed sound. The slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the onboard Takamine TK-40D preamp system gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ and gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter and EQ bypass switch for the ultimate in versatility and sound quality. Other great features include synthetic bone nut and split bridge saddle; black walnut headcap; abalone rosette; abalone dot inlays; gold die-cast tuners with amber buttons; and a beautiful gloss finish.