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If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
Key Features
The Takamine H8SS is a stunning classical guitar handcrafted in Japan to deliver exceptional tone and playability. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top, it produces a rich, dynamic sound with powerful lows, clear highs, and balanced mids. Solid rosewood back and sides enhance projection and add warmth, making it perfect for expressive classical performances.
With its smooth ebony fingerboard and traditional non-cutaway design, the H8SS offers a premium playing experience that feels natural and responsive. Finished in a gloss natural coating and supplied with a high-quality SH300A hard case, this guitar is a true work of art, built to stand out on any stage or in any studio.
Product Ref: 74345
The Takamine H8SS is expertly handcrafted in the renowned Hirade facility, part of Takamine’s prestigious pro series. With over 50 years of experience in precision instrument-making, this Japanese workshop is dedicated to creating world-class guitars. The H8SS reflects this heritage, offering the highest level of craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, making it a standout choice for discerning classical guitarists.
Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top, the H8SS delivers a rich, dynamic tone with powerful lows, balanced mids, and sparkling highs. Its solid rosewood back and sides add warmth, depth, and impressive projection, ensuring the guitar performs beautifully in any setting. These premium tonewoods are carefully selected to produce a sound that’s both resonant and full of character.
The H8SS is built for effortless playability with a sleek ebony fingerboard that feels smooth and responsive under your fingers. Its traditional non-cutaway body shape offers a classic feel and optimal resonance, while the 650mm scale length and 51mm nut width make it ideal for precise classical techniques. This guitar is designed to respond to every nuance of your playing.
Finished with a stunning gloss natural coating, the H8SS showcases the natural beauty of its premium tonewoods. Its timeless design is as visually striking as it is functional. To keep your guitar safe and secure, it comes with a high-quality SH300A hard case, providing excellent protection for storage and travel.
