The GC1CE 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 GC1CE features a fan-braced select spruce top and Sapele 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, bass, middle, and treble controls for excellent amplified performance. Other great features include a dovetail neck joint, beautiful inlaid mosaic rosette, synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, chrome tuners with white pearl buttons, and an elegant gloss finish.