For sale due to my father's collection being organized. This is a 1974 Takamine Elite, a TW-30 model from the "DM (Dynamic Music)" series, which was a higher-end line. "DM" stands for Dynamic Music, a brand concept that Takamine Gakki established in the 1970s, aiming for "the best sound in the world." This model was a cut above the standard Elite series at the time, with a special, higher-grade specification made with strict standards from material selection to assembly. In particular, the combination of the "vertical logo," "solid top," and "3-piece Brazilian rosewood back" is a luxurious construction unique to the golden age of Japanese vintage guitars, and it's said that this specification is extremely difficult to reproduce today. ■ Specifications and Features Year of manufacture: 1974 (serial number on the back of the neck: 74~) Top material: Solid spruce. You can enjoy the deep, rich sound unique to a solid top. Body back: 3-piece back made of Brazilian rosewood (photo 1). The powerful, undulating grain unique to Brazilian rosewood is very clear. Headstock and fingerboard: Rare "vertical logo" specification. Neck and frets: The neck is almost straight at present, and the frets appear to have about 70-80% life remaining. String height (12th fret): Approximately 2.8mm on the 6th string side / Approximately 2.3mm on the 1st string side (please check the photos) My father took meticulous care of it, and the string height is surprisingly low, making it incredibly easy to play, which is hard to believe for a 50-year-old guitar. The hard case in the images is included. Nut: There is a slight chip on the corner near the 2nd string, but the groove that holds the string remains intact, and there are no problems with playing (buzzing or string slippage). Appearance: There are small scratches on the top of the body, Takamine's characteristic clouding on the sides, and spots on the back due to aging. These are all superficial and should be understood as the vintage feel appropriate for 50 years of age. There is no critical damage such as cracks in the wood. The solid top and Brazilian rosewood back combine to create an instrument with a core, thick sound unique to vintage guitars. I hope that those who appreciate the difference will enjoy the sound of this "Dynamic Music," which my father has cherished and used with care.