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Description

The Godin xtSA Electric Guitar's sound power begins with three distinct voices: electric guitar, acoustic guitar and synth controller. The xtSA delivers big time electric sounds via the Godin humbucker-single-humbucker pickup configuration. Thanks to a special 5-way switch setup, extra meaty humbucker tones co-exist with glassy split-coil sounds in the second and fourth positions.

Turn down the electric output and raise the volume on the RMC transducer saddles and the xtSA sounds like an authentic acoustic guitar. The acoustic voice of the xtSA is enhanced by an onboard preamp with a three-way graphic EQ. The two outputs are set up so that the electric and acoustic voices can be blended in the guitar using a single patch cord or at the amp/mixer using both outputs.

The icing on the xtSA cake comes in the form of its synth tracking. As with all Godin synth-ready instruments, a built-in 13-pin connector provides direct access to all Roland GR-Series synths as well as most other 13-pin devices.

All of this sound power would be a lot less interesting if the guitar didn't feel great. Thanks to the same 25" scale mahogany neck used on the Godin flagship LGX-SA guitar, this is a very comfortable guitar to play. The ebony fingerboard is shaped with Godin's ergocut technique and equipped with medium jumbo frets. The body is made from a silverleaf maple center with poplar wings and decorated with a figured maple veneer on top.

The Natural Koa Godin xtSA guitar has a highly figured koa top. Light Burst and Transparent Black Godin xtSA guitars have a flamed top.

Includes a gig bag.
Godin xtSA Electric Guitar Light Burst
Godin xtSA Electric Guitar Light Burst

Features

  • Body - Silverleaf maple center with poplar wings
  • Fingerboard ” Ebony neck ” mahogany
  • Scale - 25"
  • Electronics - Godin humbucker, single-coil, humbucker, tremolo bridge with RMC transducers, custom pre-amp with 3-band EQ for acoustic sound
  • Three outputs - electric, acoustic/mix, 13-pin for Roland GR synths & most other 13-pin devices
  • Includes a gig bag

Warranty

Godin Original Purchaser's Limited Warranty

The Godin Guitar Co. warrants this instrument with regards to materials and workmanship for a period of ONE year from the date of original purchase to the original purchaser. The instrument shall be purchased only from an Authorized Godin dealer. Should the product require service, The Godin Guitar Co. will repair or replace the product free of charge during the warranty period. This warranty shall include all parts and labour. If service is required, contact your Authorized Godin dealer at which point it will be determined whether the guitar can be serviced locally, or should be returned to the factory. All return freight and insurance charges will be paid by the customer.

The following are not covered by the Godin warranty:
- Any instrument upon which the Serial number has been altered in any way. Any instrument that has been damaged due to misuse, neglect, or accident.
- Normal wear and tear including machine heads, worn frets, saddles and nuts.
Strings and batteries.
- Any instrument that has been subjected to extreme changes in temperature or humidity.
- Cracking or discoloration to the finish.

The Godin Guitar Co. assumes no liability for any loss of income, dissatisfaction, or damages arising from the loss of use of this product due to defects or availability of the product during service.

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Reviews

4.15

26 Reviews

74%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

The Best

I absolutely love this guitar. I bought this guitar 2 years ago and have loved ever since. I wanted a guitar that sounded amazing as well as looked amazing. Apparently Godin must have made this guitar just for me because I am in love with it. Godin is a brand that you really don't hear much about. When I first saw it I hesitated because I was really looking for A big name like fender or Ibanez. This guitar is just as good or better than either one of those big name guitars. The number of pickups gives you a huge variety of sounds. The acoustic setting sounds just like an acoustic. The only problem that I have noticed is that the input for the patch cable sometimes comes loose, but that is an easy fix. I guarantee that if you buy this guitar, you will absolutely love it.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Great craftsmanship built it didn't work

Godin xtsa has professional craftsmanship , features like a super comfortable satin neck and flat fretboard. Mine didn't work on the midi and acoustic modes. The fifth string midi pickup was dead so the string had no sound . On the electric mode the pickups were decent, made a little noise when changing the pickup selector switch. I really needed that type of guitar but had to return it and got my money back. I bought a Godin electric guitar case that was very well made. I returned it too. I will never know if it was a quality control issue by Godin or by GC. However it was I miss having a midi guitar like this.

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing12
  2. Recording10
  3. Small Venues9
  4. Jamming7
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. Poor Pick Up2
  2. Craftsmanship1
  3. Defective1
  4. Piezo transducers are sensitive to grime1
  5. Quality Control Failure1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced10
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Feel14
  2. Good Tone14
  3. Solid Electronics11
  4. Good Pick Up10
  5. Fun To Play9

Reviewed by 26 customers

  • Oh yeah, this is Thee multi purpose guitar, but you best be

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byLars

    fromWinston Salem, NC

    Patient!! You best be patient when you're programming the synth - do it with the laptop app for best results. There are amazing pre done patches like THE RAIN SONG tuning is in there, and you can program this baby to fade in a string/mellotron patch with the foot pedal. And synths and brass, and percussion, and woodwinds. Okay I'm really talking about the ROLAND GR-55 Guitar Synth, which this guitar pairs up with perfectly. You can even go in and set what kind of piezo saddles you use as well as scale length for optimal response and playability. But like I said, you better be patient. Not for your typical Millenialls or X-gens!!! This baby pays off when you exert patience. Love it. I'm saving up to get a 2nd XTSA for backup.

  • Awesome multi-purpose electric guitar

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byDJ

    fromPortland

    Love how dynamic this guitar can be with the GK pickup. That said there are not may synthesizers out there other than Boss or Roland, so it is limited to only using their proprietary interface. When it comes to the regular pickup and other regular connections then it is just like any other guitar where you can add any pedals.

  • Defective

    2

    submitted4 years ago

    byBrian

    fromMichigan

    Ordered this because it was a blemished item at a good discount. Only thing is that the piezo on the A string did not work. I also could not get the piezo and the magnetic pickups to blend. Very bummed that the inspection that was indicated was done clearly was not.

  • This guitar has a lot of tools, but….

    2

    submitted4 years ago

    byChelton

    fromDallas TX

    The axe felt great, used the guitar and acoustic inputs and was humming along until I tried the synth 13 pin GK input. I was using the Boss SY-1000 when I plugged into my PA and immediately noticed that the top string was dead. The piezo built into the bridge had a bad transducer which left me with only 5 strings for synth. After purchasing another 13 pin cable and troubleshooting, it was clear that I received a Godin lemon. Reading reviews across different vendors it's obviously a reoccurring problem, so I returned the Godin. Roland makes a GK-3 divided pickup that can be installed on any guitar and deliver IMO better tracking than this Godin all-in-one. I'm feeling better about my Boss SY-1000 purchase getting away from this Godin Guitar. Bottom line is I think the synth piezo wired inside this guitar is much too susceptible to signal loss. I would recommend the Roland GK-3 divided pickup attachment over this guitar for synth exploration all day.

  • Definitly a players guitar, would recommend to anyone.

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byJake E

    fromChicago

    Great recording studio guitar. Also a great stage guitar. Plus guitar

  • This is a great guitar plays wonderful sounds awsome

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    bySlider

    fromPrague Oklahoma

    Jamming at home can't wait to hook up with friends and play somewhere

Q&A

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  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byLOGAN

    fromOH

    I have a godin xtsa trans red that is mint condition but the neck the neck broke in half because it fell off a wall mount is there any way to get a new one put on and price on a new one or to fix it there is no scratches on the body nor chips nor has it been played yet what do u think my best option to do it I may sell it but don't know a asking price suggestions plz thanks so much!!

    Open Reply -
    I would recommend contacting the manufacturer at info@godinguitars.com to inquiry on warranty and repair.

  • submitted9 years ago

    asked byCharlie

    fromUSA

    Hi, I need 2 chromed covers for my humbucker pickups. I have a flame Godin xtSA guitar. I would prefer the Godin ones, but otherwise i can have a third party covers that fits in.

    Open Reply -
    These should work with your pickups: http://www.guitarcenter.com/Proline/Humbucker-Pickup-Cover-2-Pack-H70948.gc