Takamine GD93-NAT G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish B-Sto
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- SKU
- TAKGD93NAT-B
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid spruce top gives this dreadnought articulate projection and headroom for strumming, while the three-piece black walnut and maple back adds warmth and a distinctive midrange character that keeps chords clear rather than boomy. The split-saddle laurel bridge sharpens intonation across the neck, so both open chords and single-note lines stay in tune with themselves. With a slim mahogany neck and a 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard, it handles fingerpicking and flatpicked rhythm equally well, suiting folk, singer-songwriter, and country-leaning acoustic playing.
Takamine GD93-NAT G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish
The GD93-NAT captures articulate, balanced acoustic tone ideal for tracking in the studio. Its slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard facilitate quick tracking sessions and overdubs, whether you're laying down fingerpicked beds or strummed rhythm parts. A solid spruce top paired with a three-piece black walnut and maple back delivers clarity and warmth that translates well to mic placement, while the split-saddle laurel bridge design ensures consistent intonation across both chord voicings and single-note melodic passages for reliable mixing flexibility.
Sonic Character & Recording Performance
The solid spruce top produces articulate projection with clean transient response, making it well-suited to close-mic recording techniques. The three-piece back construction featuring black walnut sides and maple center imparts a distinctive tonal signature that sits effectively in full mixes without excessive proximity boominess. Premium appointments including maple binding on the body, neck, and headstock; body purfling; synthetic bone nut and saddle; and abalone dot inlays contribute to a cohesive resonance pattern that works across multiple studio applications.
Playability & Session Versatility
Gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons lock in tuning stability during extended recording sessions, eliminating drift between takes. The bound laurel fingerboard with 12" radius accommodates natural finger positioning for both chord voicings and fingerstyle passages, reducing player fatigue during long studio days. A high-gloss natural finish protects the wood and maintains consistent tonal output in climate-controlled studio environments.
Key Features
- Body Style: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back & Sides: 3-Piece Black Walnut with Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Bound Laurel with 12" Radius
- Bridge: Laurel with Split-Saddle Design
- Nut & Saddle: Synthetic Bone
- Tuning Machines: Gold Die-Cast with Black Buttons
- Inlays: Abalone Dots
- Binding: Maple (Body, Neck, Headstock)
- Body Purfling: Yes
- Finish: Gloss Natural
The GD93-NAT represents a thoughtful balance of premium materials and refined craftsmanship, delivering a guitar built to reward both the player and the ear.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections on the body finish and light surface marks that are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. The Takamine GD93-NAT remains a fully functional, professionally-voiced acoustic instrument ready for immediate use. Acquire this premium Takamine G-Series model at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining complete peace of mind with full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
About this B-Stock unit
| Condition | B-Stock - cosmetic blemish, fully functional |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $140 under the new unit ($699) |
Prefer a brand-new one? Takamine GD93 Acoustic Guitar in Gloss Natural is in the catalog at $699.
Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Black Walnut/Quilt Maple/Black Walnut |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Scale Length | 25.3" Scale |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Nut Width | 42.8mm |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Folk, Country, Indie, Studio Sessions, Fingerstyle |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate projection, clarity and warmth, refined voice, responsive feel, balanced sustain |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will cosmetic marks affect playability?
B-Stock indicates this guitar is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections on the body finish and light surface marks. These are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, structural integrity, or performance.
Is the GD93-NAT suitable for fingerstyle and folk music?
Yes—the slim mahogany neck, 12-inch-radius bound laurel fingerboard, and split-saddle bridge design are optimized for fingerstyle passages and folk playing. The solid spruce top and three-piece walnut-and-maple construction deliver the clarity and warmth these genres reward.
What makes the intonation reliable across both chords and single notes?
The split-saddle laurel bridge design ensures superior intonation, allowing balanced response for both full chord voicings and articulate single-note lines.
How does the three-piece back construction affect tone?
The three-piece black walnut sides with maple center provides distinctive tonal character and visual appeal while the solid spruce top resonates with articulate projection and clarity. This combination delivers a refined voice with warmth and balanced sustain.
What hardware and appointments justify the mid-tier price?
Premium features include gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons for reliable stability, maple binding on body and neck, synthetic bone nut and saddle, abalone dot inlays, body purfling, and a high-gloss natural finish that protects the wood while showcasing material figure.
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. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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