Takamine GN93 NAT acoustic
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Takamine GN93 G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish
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- SKU
- TAKGN93NAT
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid spruce top over rosewood back and sides with a quilt maple center gives the GN93 a warm, balanced voice with clear trebles, a full low end and long sustain, while the quartersawn X bracing keeps notes defined at both soft and hard attack. The NEX body sits between intimate and projecting, so fingerstyle passages stay articulate and strummed rhythms retain body without swamping the midrange. With a 25.4" scale, 1.6875" nut and 12" radius, it suits folk, singer-songwriter and classical playing, and handles light jazz or world material comfortably in both solo and ensemble settings.
Takamine GN93 G-Series G90 Acoustic Guitar in Natural Finish
The Takamine GN93 captures rich, articulate acoustic tones across recording sessions with its carefully proportioned mahogany neck and NEX body shape, equally responsive for fingerstyle tracking or rhythmic layers. The natural finish reveals the tonal character of the solid spruce top, producing a warm, balanced response with excellent treble clarity and a full-bodied low end that translates cleanly to any studio mix. This guitar excels in folk, singer-songwriter, and classical production while remaining versatile enough for light jazz and world music overdubs.
Construction & Tonal Design
The solid spruce top paired with a 3-piece rosewood back with quilt maple center and rosewood sides creates a resonant body with long sustain and natural projection ideal for capturing detail in isolation or ensemble recording. Quartersawn "X" bracing optimizes the tonal response, allowing the guitar to reward both delicate dynamic control and powerful playing while maintaining clarity whether recorded solo or layered in a dense arrangement.
Playability & Hardware
A 1.6875" nut width and 12" fingerboard radius on the bound rosewood fingerboard provide comfortable fretting with 20 frets positioned by abalone dot inlays. Gold die-cast tuning machines with black buttons and a rosewood bridge with synthetic bone nut ensure stable tuning and reliable string action throughout extended takes, while the 25.4" scale length offers balanced tension and responsive playability for session work.
Key Features
- Body Shape: NEX
- Body Top: Solid Spruce
- Body Back: 3-Piece Rosewood with Quilt Maple Center
- Body Sides: Rosewood
- Bracing: Quartersawn "X"
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood with Abalone Dot Inlays
- 20 Frets, 12" Radius, 1.6875" Nut Width
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Hardware: Gold Die-Cast Tuning Machines with Black Buttons
- Bridge: Rosewood with Synthetic Bone Nut
- Includes D'Addario EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze Strings (.012-.053)
The GN93 combines thoughtful engineering with tonal depth, responding effortlessly to expressive playing and delivering a voice that cuts through dense mixes while remaining intimate enough for close-mic solo recordings.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Other |
|---|---|
| Frets | 20 Frets |
| Fretboard | Laurel |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | Soundhole |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Classical
- ✓ World Music
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill levels is this guitar suited for?
The GN93 works well for beginners through advanced players. The 1.6875" nut width and 12" fingerboard radius provide comfortable fretting, while the responsive mahogany neck and balanced 25.4" scale reward both developing technique and expressive playing.
What genres does this guitar work best in?
The GN93 excels in folk, singer-songwriter, classical, and light jazz, with enough tonal versatility for world music applications. The warm, balanced response with excellent treble clarity makes it less suitable for metal or hard rock.
What comes with the guitar?
The GN93 includes a set of D'Addario EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze strings (.012-.053 gauge). The guitar itself features gold die-cast tuning machines, a rosewood bridge with synthetic bone nut, and a bound rosewood fingerboard with abalone dot inlays.
How does the body construction affect tone?
The solid spruce top paired with a 3-piece rosewood back and quilt maple center creates a resonant body with long sustain and natural projection. The quartersawn X-bracing optimizes tonal response, allowing the guitar to deliver clarity at any dynamic level.
How does the GN93 compare to similar models?
The GN93 sits in the same class as the Yamaha LL6, Martin Road Series, and Taylor 214ce. It offers thoughtful engineering with a warm, balanced voice that competes well in mid-tier acoustics, with particular strength in fingerstyle and singer-songwriter contexts.
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