1962
A small family business located at the base
of Takamine mountain, starts making fine,
handcrafted acoustic guitars.
1968
Mr Mass Hirade joins the company heading up design
and production, and shortly thereafter, introduces the
first Takamine world-class ‘Classical’ guitar.
1975
The company begins overseas trading as a
result of Takamine’s rapidly growing reputation.
1978
Takamine introduces its eagerly anticipated
acoustic-electric guitars featuring the stunning
new palathetic pickups.
1986
The first Natural Series guitar is launched and
receives plaudits the world over.
1987
Takamine introduces its first Limited Edition
model to celebrate 25 years of master luthiery.
1988
The Takamine Parametric EQ pre-amp is launched
and immediately becomes the standard by
which others are judged.
1989
Takamine develop the replaceable pre-amp package
system featuring the innovative external battery box.
1994
Takamine pioneer the use of lasers to enable
stunningly intricate and precise inlays.
2004
Launch of the revolutionary CoolTube pre-amp,
providing the warmest amplified acoustic tones yet.
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