Takamine GD93CE Acoustic-Electric Guitar in Gloss Natural
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Takamine GD93CE-NAT G-Series G90 Cutaway Acoustic Electric Guitar in Natural Finish
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- SKU
- TAKGD93CENAT
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid spruce top and quartersawn X-bracing give this dreadnought a clear, projecting voice with strong sustain, while the three-piece rosewood back with quilt maple center and rosewood sides add depth and overtone complexity beneath the top's articulation. The 25.4" scale keeps string tension firm for defined bass and a punchy attack, suiting flatpicked bluegrass, strummed rhythm work, and singer-songwriter accompaniment, and the cutaway opens up higher-register melody lines and lead runs. Plugged in, the TK-40D preamp's three-band EQ, mid contour switch, and notch filter let you shape and tame that natural resonance for stage volumes through a PA or amp.
Takamine GD93CE-NAT G-Series G90 Cutaway Acoustic Electric Guitar in Natural Finish
The GD93CE-NAT sits solidly in your lap with excellent balance, and the cutaway body gives your fretting hand genuine access to the upper register without sacrificing the resonant depth of a full dreadnought. This instrument's honest wear on the natural finish reflects years of reliable studio and session performance rather than any compromise in tone or playability. Built for recording sessions and serious production work that demands electronics and ergonomics without compromise, this guitar delivers the clarity and sustain Takamine is known for at a used-market price that makes real sense for budget-conscious studios.
Construction & Tone
A solid spruce top with quartersawn X-bracing sits atop a three-piece rosewood back with quilt maple center and rosewood sides, creating the resonant, articulate character that defines the G90 series and translates beautifully to both close-miked and blended recordings. Mahogany neck construction and a rosewood fingerboard with 12" radius provide the stability and intonation consistency essential for layered tracking and overdubs, while the 20-fret design and 25.4" scale deliver both range and familiar fingering patterns across multiple sessions.
Electronics & Recording Integration
The Takamine TK-40D preamp onboard includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass—shaping tools that let you dial in tone directly at the source or refine the signal path during tracking and mixing. The dreadnought cutaway body measures 41.0 × 16.2 × 4.8 inches and weighs 4.
Key Features
- Solid spruce top with quartersawn X-bracing
- Three-piece rosewood back with quilt maple center
- Rosewood body sides
- Mahogany neck
- Rosewood fingerboard with 12" radius and 20 frets
- 25.4" (644 mm) scale length
- 42.8 mm (1.685") nut width with synthetic bone nut
- Rosewood bridge with abalone dot bridge pins
- Abalone dot position inlays
- Gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons
- Takamine TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass
- Dreadnought cutaway body design with natural gloss finish
This is professional-grade construction built to deliver another decade of consistent studio performance, offering both the tonal character and practical features that recording professionals and home producers depend on across diverse session work.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | Under Saddle |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the TK-40D preamp do, and will it work with my PA or audio interface?
The TK-40D includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain controls, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass—tools designed to shape your tone for live amplification. It connects to any standard PA input or audio interface, letting you dial in tone on stage or in the studio without external processing.
Is the cutaway body going to change how this guitar sounds compared to a full dreadnought?
The cutaway design is paired with a dreadnought body shape and solid spruce top with quartersawn X-bracing, so you retain the resonant depth and articulate character of a full-sized dreadnought while gaining genuine access to upper-register frets. Tone remains warm and clear, with the body mass delivering the sustain expected in this class.
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
This is a professional-grade instrument designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The 12-inch radius fingerboard, 20-fret design, and stable mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard support the technical demands of folk, country, indie, and live performance contexts.
How does the GD93CE compare to the Taylor 614ce or Martin OMCPA5?
All three are mid-tier cutaway acoustic-electrics built for gigging and studio use. The Takamine emphasizes articulate clarity and resonant depth with its spruce top and rosewood construction, while offering comprehensive onboard preamp shaping; the Taylor and Martin each have their own tonal character and electronics. Your choice depends on neck feel preference, tonal voicing, and which preamp controls suit your amplified performance style.
What finish does this guitar come in?
The GD93CE NAT comes in a natural gloss finish, showcasing the wood grain and construction quality of the spruce top and three-piece rosewood back.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $63 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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