Description
Takamine GD90CE-ZC NAT Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar with a solid spruce top, ziricote back and sides, a mahogany neck, a laurel fingerboard, and a Gloss Natural finish.
I've been playing guitar for over 30 years. I started as a studio musician in Los Angeles, and now I run Terry Carter Music Store and a music education platform that has taught thousands of students how to play.
The GD90CE-ZC pairs a solid spruce top with rare ziricote back and sides, a dark-streaked exotic hardwood with tonal qualities comparable to rosewood and a sweeter, more solid lower midrange. Maple binding, abalone detailing, and vintage-style gold open-gear tuners finish it off.
What's Included With Your Guitar
🎸 Takamine GD90CE-ZC NAT Acoustic-Electric Guitar ($1,049 value) Factory new, with the Takamine limited warranty.
🧳 Takamine CTAKSH200A Semi-Rigid Soft Case Included from the factory with this guitar. A lightweight case that combines the protection of a hard shell with the convenience of a gig bag.
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Specifications
| SKU | TAKGD90CEZCNAT |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Dreadnought Cutaway |
| Strings | 6, steel |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Ziricote |
| Sides | Ziricote |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Laurel |
| Finish | Gloss Natural |
| Electronics | Takamine TP-4TD preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls |
| Binding | Maple |
| Rosette and inlay | Abalone rosette and inlay detail |
| Tuners | Vintage-style gold open-gear |
| Nut width | 42.5 mm (1.67 in) |
| Scale length | 643 mm (25.31 in) |
| Length | 1046.7 mm (41.21 in) |
| Width | 398.6 mm (15.69 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
| Case | Takamine CTAKSH200A semi-rigid soft case included |
| Warranty | Takamine Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Takamine GD90CE-ZC use?
Standard guitar tuning, E-A-D-G-B-E from the lowest string to the highest.
Is the GD90CE-ZC a solid-wood guitar?
The top is solid spruce, which is the part of the guitar that matters most for tone and projection. The back and sides are ziricote, and the neck is mahogany.
Can I plug the GD90CE-ZC into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric with a Takamine TP-4TD preamp, which gives you a built-in tuner, three-band EQ, and gain controls, so you can plug straight into an amp or PA.
Does the GD90CE-ZC have a cutaway?
Yes. The GD90CE-ZC is a Dreadnought Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Is the GD90CE-ZC right-handed or left-handed?
This listing is the right-handed GD90CE-ZC NAT. Takamine also makes left-handed versions of some models, and we list those separately where available.
Does the GD90CE-ZC come with a case?
It comes with the Takamine CTAKSH200A, a lightweight semi-rigid soft case that combines the protection of a hard shell with the convenience of a gig bag. It does not include a full hard case.
What is the difference between the Takamine GD90CE-ZC NAT and the GD93CE?
The GD90CE-ZC has ziricote back and sides, vintage-style gold open-gear tuners, and the TP-4TD preamp, and it includes a semi-rigid soft case. The GD93CE NAT has a three-piece black walnut and quilt maple back, gold die-cast tuners with black buttons, and the more advanced TK-40D preamp. Both have a solid spruce top and maple binding.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your free 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is shipping really free?
Yes. Shipping is free and insured anywhere in the continental US. You'll get tracking as soon as it ships.
What warranty does the GD90CE-ZC have?
It is covered by the Takamine Limited Warranty.
What if I'm not happy with the guitar?
30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
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