Takamine GD93 Acoustic Guitar in Gloss Natural
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Takamine GD93-NAT G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish
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- SKU
- TAKGD93NAT
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid spruce top gives this dreadnought clear, projecting fundamentals, while the three-piece back of rosewood with a quilt maple center adds a mix of rosewood warmth and depth alongside maple's tighter focus, landing on a contemporary voice with both clarity and body. The split-saddle rosewood bridge keeps chords and single notes intonated cleanly, so open strumming stays in tune with itself and melodic lines ring true. With a slim mahogany neck, 12"-radius rosewood fingerboard and a 1.6875" nut width, it handles flatpicked rhythm work and fingerstyle passages equally well, suiting folk, country, and singer-songwriter playing.
Takamine GD93-NAT G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish
The GD93-NAT captures articulate fingerpicking definition and punchy rhythm parts with equal clarity. Its slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius bound rosewood fingerboard reduce fatigue during long tracking sessions, while the dreadnought body—built with a solid spruce top and three-piece rosewood/quilt maple back—produces a refined, contemporary voice that sits distinctly in the midrange without muddying a full mix. The split-saddle rosewood bridge design locks in consistent intonation across both open voicings and single-note melodic lines, essential for layering acoustic textures in production.
Construction & Materials
The solid spruce top yields articulate projection and clear string definition, critical for maintaining clarity when stacking vocal harmonies or other instruments. The three-piece back construction featuring rosewood sides and a quilt maple center creates a focused, controlled tone that complements both intimate fingerstyle recordings and ensemble arrangements. Premium appointments include maple binding on the body, neck, and headstock; a dark wood rosette and body purfling; synthetic bone nut and saddle; rosewood headcap; and abalone dot inlays throughout—all adding visual distinction and tonal refinement that translates through microphone and preamp.
Hardware & Playability
Gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons hold tuning rock-solid across multiple takes and overdubs, eliminating the need for frequent retuning between punch-ins. The 1.6875" nut width accommodates comfortable chord voicings for extended recording sessions and fingerstyle passages without hand cramping. A high-gloss natural finish protects the wood while showcasing the figure of the materials, and the controlled resonance works well in treated studio environments.
Key Features
- Body Style: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back & Sides: 3-Piece Rosewood with Quilt Maple Center
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood with 12" radius
- Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8 mm)
- Bridge: Rosewood with Split-Saddle Design
- Nut & Saddle: Synthetic Bone
- Tuning Machines: Gold Die-Cast with Black Buttons
- Inlays: Abalone Dots
- Binding: Maple (Body, Neck, Headstock)
- Finish: Gloss Natural
The GD93-NAT pairs premium materials with reliable construction, delivering a versatile tracking tool that records with presence and sits confidently in complex arrangements.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | fingerstyle, Folk, Indie, Singer-Songwriter, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate projection, clarity, warmth, distinctive character, balanced resonance |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Hard Rock (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is the GD93 NAT best suited for?
This guitar excels in fingerstyle, folk, indie, and singer-songwriter contexts. Its articulate, warm tone and comfortable neck profile are optimized for extended fingerpicking and rhythmic strumming; it is not recommended for metal or hard rock.
What makes the neck comfortable for long playing sessions?
The slim mahogany neck profile minimizes hand fatigue, while the 1.6875" nut width provides comfortable spacing for both chord voicings and fingerpicking work. The 12"-radius bound rosewood fingerboard supports a wide range of playing techniques.
How does the three-piece back with quilt maple center affect the tone?
The three-piece rosewood sides and quilt maple center contribute warmth and distinctive tonal character alongside the solid spruce top's articulate projection and clarity, resulting in balanced resonance across the frequency range.
What hardware and materials ensure tuning stability and intonation?
Gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons deliver reliable tuning stability, while the split-saddle rosewood bridge design and synthetic bone nut and saddle ensure superior intonation across both chords and single-note passages.
How does the GD93 NAT compare to Martin D-28 or Larrivee D-40 instruments?
The GD93 NAT is positioned alongside these premium models in terms of playability, tonal refinement, and build quality, while remaining more accessible in price. All three prioritize articulate projection, clarity, and balanced resonance for serious acoustic players.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $49 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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