Takamine Santa Fe LTD97 Acoustic Electric Guitar | 1997 Made in Japan
Made in Japan. Solid spruce top. Hawaiian koa back and sides. Rosewood fingerboard with turquoise and maple inlays. Limited edition of 1,500. Includes original hard case.
A 1997 Takamine Santa Fe LTD97 from a limited run of 1,500 pieces worldwide. This model features a scaled-down NEX body and is known for its Southwestern-inspired "Gecko" design.
The LTD97 has a laser-cut rosette with jacaranda and real turquoise gecko. The theme continues up the rosewood fingerboard with maple "footprint" inlays. It has a solid cedar or Sitka spruce top with figured Hawaiian koa back and sides.
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney.
Key Features
Year: 1997
Model: Takamine Santa Fe LTD97 "Gecko"
Made in: Japan (Sakashita)
Body Style: NEX (scaled-down jumbo) with Venetian cutaway
Top Wood: Solid Sitka spruce
Back and Sides: Hawaiian koa
Neck: Mahogany with koa headstock face
Fingerboard: Rosewood with real turquoise and maple footprint inlays
Rosette: Laser-cut with jacaranda and real turquoise gecko
Electronics: AccurAcoustic preamp with Palathetic pickup
Hardware: Gold Gotoh tuners with Takamine branding
Case: Original Takamine deluxe hardshell case included
Sound and Tone
The solid spruce top and koa back and sides produce a balanced, clear sound with emphasis on the high end. Acoustically, it is responsive and bright. When plugged in, the AccurAcoustic preamp provides a natural, full-bodied tone.
Feel and Playability
The NEX body size is scaled-down for comfort while maintaining projection. The neck profile is comfortable for both rhythm and lead playing.
Condition
Excellent condition. Minimal signs of play wear consistent with age. Electronics are fully functional. The neck is straight with healthy frets.
Background
The Takamine Santa Fe LTD97 was a limited edition model from 1997, restricted to 1,500 pieces worldwide. It is known for its intricate Southwestern-inspired Gecko design and high-quality electronics.