| Body | Jumbo cutaway body with Flame Maple back and sides and a solid Sitka Spruce top. |
| Body Style | Jumbo |
| Body Wood | Solid Spruce Top, Flamed Maple Sides, Flamed Maple Back |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Case | Not Included |
| Case Type | Jumbo |
| Controls | tunable notch filter and switchable midrange contour |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Frets | 20 |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Machine Heads | Chrome Tuners |
| Machine Heads | Sealed Chrome Tuners |
| Model | EG523SC |
| Model Name | EG523SC Acoustic/Electric Guitar |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Other Features | TK4NT Electronics |
| Pickguard | Tortoise Color Pickguard |
| Pickguard | Yes |
| Pickups | Piezo |
| Pickups | other |
| Series | G Series |
The Takamine EG523SC is a jumbo-sized 6-string guitar with electronics. It features a solid spruce top with flamed maple back and sides and a natural gloss finish. This guitar is also available in a black finish. Takamine's TK40 electronics are included to really bring out its sound. Oh and I'll say it right now; in my opinion, this is the best looking guitar that you will find for under $500. The pearl fret inlays and gorgeous gloss finish really bring out the beauty in this guitar. Here is a perfect example of high quality craftsmanship in a very affordable instrument.
Traditionally, Takamine guitars tend to sound great when plugged in but lose their spark when played unplugged. I can say that this guitar is not exactly an exception to this rule, but it is different from most Takamines. The EG523SC DOES sound great when unplugged, and for $500 it is a sound that is well worth the price. But plugged in, this instrument comes to life all over again. The volume of the guitar isn't as "boomy" as you may be accustomed to from other jumbo sized guitars, but there is still definitely some power behind it. Overall, there is a pretty balanced tone throughout and no tones overpower each other very noticeably. Basically, if you really like guitars that have a deep, rich sound or a brighter tone you should not buy this guitar without playing it first. It's all a matter of preference though.
The body of the guitar is jumbo sized, although it does not feel it. Takamine's jumbo guitars are perfectly shaped in order for comfortable playing. The action of the guitar straight out of the box was nice and low, and played better than most other guitars in shop; even those which had been previously been adjusted professionally. The only complaint that I, and and some others who own this guitar have is that there is some fret buzz around where the neck meets the body. Of course it is a very minor flaw that can be fixed by a guitar luthier.
Overall, the Takamine EG523SC has anything and everything you could ever ask for in a guitar for under $500. While you may do a simple search and find this guitar $600 and up, just search a little bit more and you will find several retailers selling new for $500. The EG523SC is an amazing sounding jumbo acoustic-electric that keeps its tone plugged in or not. It plays comfortably, looks simply stunning, and will have everyone around you thinking you spent more than $1000.
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I had the chance to try this one out, couldn't buy it but definitely would had I been looking for a new guitar at the time
Anyone know where can i find this one under $500? I been looking around and cannot find ay where below $699. Cant afford that much
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Here is 10 of the best greatest acoustic electric guitars under $500 for everyone who are looking for a top acoustic electric guitar under $500.
Cordoba C5-CE Acoustic Electric Classical Guitar
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Epiphone PR-4E Acoustic-Electric Guitar Player Pack
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Fender T-BUCKET-300CE Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Price: $188.12 & ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Takamine G Series EG340SC Dreadnought Acoustic Electric Guitar, Natural
Price: $342.02 & ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Seagull Entourage Rustic CW QIT Acoustic-Electric Guitar Rustic
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Jasmine by Takamine ES33C Acoustic Guitar Pack
Price: $188.12 & ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Luna Oracle Acoustic-Electric Guitar, Crane
Price: $349.00 & ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Yamaha APX500 Acoustic Electric Guitar, Oriental Blue Burst
Price: $299.99 & ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Jasmine by Takamine ES31C Acoustic Electric Guitar
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Ovation Celebrity CC28 Acoustic-electric Guitar, Black
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That's a bunch of good options for you. Hope it helps. Good luck!
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First the bad. The action will be too high and You CAN'T shave the saddle(s) from the bottom. Please check out the numerous forums discussing this guitar. I ended up sanding down the bridge and filing the saddles from the top an now have it just about right. If you don't feel comfortable doing this then I would look for something else. If you do this watch some of the numerous videos on the net before trying it, because I you mess it up, you'll have to take it to a pro, which may cost you more than you paid for the guitar.
Now the good. I got it used for $300 without a case. It looks great. Sustains well. After I adjusted it I sat down with a friend of mine who just got a $3,000+ Taylor. The Taylor is a great sounding and playing guitar. But the EG 523sc absolutely held its own. We both agreed that it wasn't a "lesser" guitar at all. It was a bit different than the Taylor, but it was just as loud, played just as well, and had a very nice tone unplugged and plugged in. So if you can work on it a bit yourself and not ruin it, you'll have a great looking an sounding guitar or a very good price.
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