Takamine Guitar Serial Number Lookup/Decoder

Takamine guitars, specifically Japanese‑built models from 1962 to 2012, use an 8‑digit serial number typically found on the neck block inside the soundhole. The first two digits represent the year (e.g., 07 for 2007), the next two digits indicate the month (e.g., 10 for October), and the final four are the production sequence.

Decoding Takamine Serial Numbers (Common 8‑Digit Format)

• Digits 1 & 2: Year of manufacture (e.g., “09” = 2009).
• Digits 3 & 4: Month of manufacture (e.g., “05” = May).
• Digits 5–8: Production number for that month (e.g., “0112” = 112th guitar).

Examples

• 07100091: Built in October 2007, 91st guitar produced that month.
• 09050112: Built in May 2009, 112th guitar produced that month.

Important Notes

• Location: Look for the number on the neck block inside the soundhole.
• G‑Series/Other: Some, particularly G‑Series, may have different formats (sometimes found on the electronics box or back of the headstock).
• Modern Models: Post‑2012 models might feature different formatting, but many still follow a similar date‑coded structure.
• Limited Runs: Special Limited Edition models (LTD) are usually marked with the year, such as “LTD2025”.