Takamine

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A distinguished acoustic/electric dreadnought guitar with a refined and contemporary look, the GD93CE features a solid top and special back construction, giving it an upscale feel and distinctive sound. For players seeking stage-worthy features and an uncommon look, the GD93CE features a solid spruce top and a beautiful 3-piece black walnut/maple back. The slim mahogany neck and 12"-radius bound laurel fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the onboard Takamine TK-40D preamp system gives you a built-in tuner, 3-band EQ and gain controls, mid-contour switch, notch filter and EQ bypass switch for the ultimate in versatility and sound quality.

Other premium features include maple body, neck and headstock binding; dark wood rosette and body purfling; synthetic bone nut and split bridge saddle; rosewood headcap; abalone dot inlays; gold die-cast tuners with black buttons; and a beautiful gloss finish.

Case sold separately.
Takamine GD93CE G Series Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Takamine GD93CE G Series Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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Body
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Body Shape: Dreadnought cutaway
  • Bracing: Quartersawn "X"
  • Body Back: 3-piece black walnut/maple
  • Body Sides: 3-piece black walnut/maple
  • Body Top: Solid Spruce
Neck
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Finish: Gloss
  • Scale Length: 25.4" (644 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8 mm)
  • Position Inlays: Abalone Dot
Electronics
  • Takamine TK-40D Preamp with Built-In Tuner
Hardware
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Hardware Finish: Gold
  • Tuning Machines: Gold Die-Cast with Black Buttons
Miscellaneous
  • Strings: D'Addario EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze (.012-.053 Gauges)
  • Case sold separately

collapse expand iconWarranty

Limited lifetime warranty on Japan-made, G Series, and Jasmine products.
5 year limited warranty on Jasmine Studio products.
No warrany on electronics or plating.
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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4.75

8 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Jamming4
  2. Practicing4
  3. Recording4
  4. Small Venues2
  5. School Bands1
Cons
  1. Stiff Internal Bracing1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
  2. Novice3
Pros
  1. Good Audio6
  2. Good Feel6
  3. Stays In Tune5
  4. Fun To Play4
  5. Consistent2
  • Worth every dollar

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byMario

    fromKansas City Missouri

    Best purchase I've made I transitioned from a cheap peavy to this mid range tak around 3 years ago I never thought it would make that big of a diff. instantly I felt the diff. on my fingers much easier to play the fat fret wires I think makes the diff. also I learned from my previous guitar to keep it in a case at all times. worth getting a case for it I would hate to see that bridge lift up

  • Nice guitar!

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byJinxmusic

    fromWhittier, CA

    Bought this to be a beater for practice and toting to other people's houses. The sound and flame maple binding really sold me. Not a fan of laurel fingerboards, but it was a compromise. On the up side, the quartersawn neck is a plus. Had to pay a bit for the sharp frets to be dressed. All said and done, it's a very good sounding instrument for the price, and it could very much be someone's last guitar if you don't want to spend 4x the price for something arguably better. The electronics could use replacement, but that wasn't a factor in my purchase - I use mics for that.

  • What an AWESOME guitar !!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byCancer Doc

    fromIndianapolis

    I bought this guitar after playing (and buying) multiple others in search the "right" one. I bought and returned a Taylor 214ce that just sounded too bright, and really wanted that deeper end that only a dreadnought can deliver. After reading countless reviews, I found this guitar and bought it off the GC website (unseen and unplayed)...what a pleasant surprise! This sounds better than the Taylor, has a sweet narrow neck and tight action. The built-in tuner is a nice bonus, and the EQ allows for a nice balanced sound when playing plugged-in. This guitar is now my go-to for everyday practice, and it looks absolutely stunning as well. The guitar I bought was also "blemished" so GC took 20% off the item (and the flaw was so tiny both myself and the guy in the store had to hunt to locate it). I would definitely buy this one again !

  • I can't put this thing down!

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byMatty Music Man

    fromMaryland

    I finger pick most songs on my acoustic guitars, and so the action on this guitar is right where it needs to be. Little to no fret buzz and it is not too high so i can transition smoothly across the fret board. Sounds great through my Fishman amp and unplugged. This is something I plan to keep for a lifetime.

  • Gonna buy one again

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byOkay guitarist

    fromOhio

    I forget why I had to sell this but I regret it so much. I'm gonna replace it in spring. It played perfect. I prefer this over Martin's and Taylor's in the $1k to $1500 price range. I loved this guitar. action was good, sound was amazing, pickup was good. If you want professional quality in an acoustic electric, this is it

  • Beautiful Guitar

    4

    submitted8 years ago

    byMartin

    fromAsheville

    This is a beautiful guitar. It is D-35 three piece back with Quilted Maple center wedge piece and maple border purfling. Rosewood back and sides with non scalloped bracing. The guitar is somewhat heavy. With the bracing of this particular guitar makes for a long time before this guitar ever gets broken in. It is a very nice rich sounding guitar but I have been trying to play as much as I can for two years; trying to break it in and loosen it up so it will resonate more, but this one is going to take a considerable time. It is quite stiff. My particular guitar I have customized. I managed to find a set of Grover Roto Tuners in Gold Hardware. I put a set of lightly aged bone bridge pins with abalone which matches that of this guitar fret board. Also replaced the pick guard with a rosewood which has an angel playing a harp with a somewhat floral all,in abalone which makes this a pretty one of a kind. That being said, these are wonderful guitars to customize.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byRouge

    fromPacifica, CA

    Where is it made from,  Japan?

    Where is it made from, Japan?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Takamine GD93CE is made in China.
  • asked byCristian

    fromRockville, MD

    Is this guitar made in Japan?

    Is this guitar made in Japan?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This is made in China.
  • asked byChrissy

    fromJacksonville, FL USA

    Where is this instrument manufactured?

    Where is this instrument manufactured?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This is made in China.
  • asked byRobRock

    fromPittsburgh,pa

    Are the back and sides laminated?

    Are the back and sides laminated?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes, back and sides are laminate
  • asked byMark

    fromTX

    Do you have a matching case hard shell?

    Do you have a matching case hard shell?

    Open Reply -
    We don't currently carry the specific Takamine Case for this guitar, however, we can always special order it for you.
  • asked bySebastian

    fromMoreno valley, CA

    Can you put on a strap?

    Can you put on a strap?

    Open Reply -
    Yes, you can put a strap on this guitar.