For sale is a vintage mid-1980s Takamine EF-385 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar in near mint condition. Built in Japan during Takamine’s golden era, this model showcases the company’s outstanding craftsmanship and rich, shimmering tone that made it a favorite among professionals.

Condition:

  • Near mint overall with only a few light surface scratches on the body
  • Neck is straight with low, comfortable action and great playability
  • Frets show minimal wear
  • Electronics and pickup system work perfectly, delivering clear, balanced tone when amplified

Features:

  • Solid spruce top with rosewood back & sides
  • Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard
  • Takamine’s early onboard pickup/preamp system (factory installed)
  • Natural gloss finish highlighting beautiful wood grain
  • Classic 1980s Takamine craftsmanship – made in Japan

This EF-385 offers that unmistakable lush 12-string sound with excellent balance and projection. It’s an ideal guitar for stage, studio, or collectors seeking a clean example of a mid-’80s Takamine acoustic-electric.

Includes: TKL hard shell case

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Listed8 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • EF-385
Finish
  • Spruce top, mahogany sides
Categories
Year
  • Mid 80'S
Made In
  • Japan
Number of Strings
  • 12-String

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