Takamine GY93E Acoustic-Electric Guitar in Gloss Natural
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Takamine GY93E-NAT Acoustic Electric Guitar in Natural Finish
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- SKU
- TAKGY93ENAT
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The small New Yorker parlor body keeps the voice tight and focused rather than boomy, with a solid spruce top lending clarity and attack while the rosewood and quilt maple back adds a sweet, articulate edge to the midrange. Split-saddle intonation and a 12"-radius bound rosewood fingerboard on a slim mahogany neck favor fingerstyle picking, blues, and vocal accompaniment where separate note definition matters more than sheer volume. Plugged in, the TK-40D preamp's three-band EQ, mid-contour switch, and notch filter let you tame feedback and shape the midrange for stage or recorded use.
Takamine GY93E-NAT Acoustic Electric Guitar in Natural Finish
The GY93E captures the focused, articulate character that defines parlor-style acoustics in a genuinely playable instrument. Its slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius bound rosewood fingerboard provide responsive feel and precision for studio tracking, while the petite New Yorker body delivers surprising tonal presence without the low-end mud that can complicate dense mixes. This is a guitar engineered for recordings that demand distinctive voice and refined construction.
Tone & Construction
A solid spruce top paired with three-piece rosewood sides with quilt maple center back produces the upscale sonic character Takamine is known for—sweet, articulate, and focused across the frequency range. The split-saddle rosewood bridge design ensures accurate intonation for both chordal passages and melodic single-note work, while premium details like the dark wood rosette and body purfling contribute to the instrument's refined acoustic character and on-tape presence.
Electronics & Session Control
The Takamine TK-40D preamp system provides a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, mid-contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass—essential tools for sculpting the guitar's recorded tone to fit your mix without compromising acoustic character. The 1.6875" nut width and slim mahogany neck enable comfortable fretting-hand access across extended takes, while synthetic bone nut and saddle components ensure reliable intonation stability and sustain during multitrack recording sessions.
Key Features
- New Yorker parlor-style body in Natural finish
- Solid spruce top with three-piece rosewood and quilt maple back
- Slim mahogany neck with 12"-radius bound rosewood fingerboard
- 1.6875" (42.8 mm) nut width
- Split-saddle rosewood bridge design
- Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle
- Maple body, neck, and headstock binding with dark wood rosette and purfling
- Abalone dot inlays and gold die-cast tuners with black buttons
- Takamine TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, mid-contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass
- Gloss finish
The GY93E-NAT combines parlor-body character with preamp flexibility and construction quality that translates reliably to recordings and sits naturally in the mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Parlor |
|---|---|
| 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
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What body size and shape is the GY93E, and how does it compare to a standard dreadnought?
The GY93E uses a New Yorker parlor-style body—noticeably smaller and more compact than a dreadnought—with a slim mahogany neck designed to sit comfortably across your lap. Despite the reduced size, the solid spruce top and three-piece rosewood and quilt maple back deliver articulate, focused tone without sacrificing presence.
What preamp and tone-shaping tools does this guitar have?
The Takamine TK-40D preamp includes a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, mid-contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass. This gives you sophisticated control over your amplified tone without unnecessary complexity, making it suitable for studio recording and live performance.
What is the nut width, and is the neck comfortable for players with smaller hands?
The nut width is 1.6875 inches (42.8 mm), and the slim mahogany neck with 12-inch-radius bound rosewood fingerboard is designed for responsive fretting-hand access. This combination makes the guitar approachable for intermediate and advanced players seeking comfort without sacrificing articulate feel.
What genres and playing styles is the GY93E best suited for?
The GY93E excels in folk, indie, studio sessions, and home recording—especially for players tracking single-note runs and chord work who value focused, articulate tone over the resonance of larger instruments. It is not recommended for metal or hard rock styles.
What hardware and appointments does it include?
The GY93E features a split-saddle rosewood bridge, synthetic bone nut and saddle, maple binding on the body, neck, and headstock, a dark wood rosette and purfling, abalone dot inlays, and gold die-cast tuners with black buttons. The finish is gloss on a natural spruce top.
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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