Description

This 2006 Takamine Hirade TH-5C is a professional-grade classical acoustic-electric guitar, handcrafted in Japan and presented here in excellent condition, complete with a protective case. Part of Takamine’s prestigious Hirade line, this model represents a high level of craftsmanship, combining traditional classical tone with modern performance features.

Featuring a solid cedar top paired with solid rosewood back and sides, the TH-5C delivers a warm, rich, and highly resonant voice with excellent projection and sustain. The cedar top responds beautifully to a light touch, making it ideal for expressive classical, fingerstyle, and Latin playing, while the rosewood body adds depth and complexity.

The mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard offer smooth, comfortable playability with excellent note definition. A cutaway design allows easy access to upper frets, making this guitar well-suited for both traditional and modern playing styles.

Equipped with Takamine’s acclaimed CoolTube preamp system, this guitar produces a natural, tube-enhanced amplified tone. The onboard 12AU7 tube adds warmth and realism, avoiding the harshness often associated with standard piezo pickups—making it an outstanding choice for stage and studio use.

As part of the Hirade series, this instrument is known for its consistency, durability, and professional-level performance—an excellent choice for serious players seeking a refined nylon-string guitar.

Specifications

• Model: Hirade TH-5C
• Year: 2006
• Origin: Japan
• Body Style: Classical with Cutaway
• Top: Solid Cedar
• Back & Sides: Solid Rosewood
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Scale Length: 650mm
• Nut Width: 51mm
• Bridge: Rosewood with Bone Saddle
• Tuners: Gold with Pearloid Buttons
• Truss Rod: Adjustable

Electronics

• Preamp: Takamine CoolTube (CTP-2 or CTP-3)
• Tube: 12AU7
• Controls: Volume, EQ, Tube Blend
• Output: 1/4" Instrument Output

Condition

This guitar is in excellent condition. It has been well cared for and shows minimal signs of use. The instrument plays smoothly, sounds rich and resonant, and all electronics function properly.

Includes

• Protective Case