Description
Takamine GD93CE NAT Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid spruce top and black walnut / quilt maple (three-piece) back and black walnut sides, a gloss natural finish and built-in electronics (Takamine TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass switch), tuned E-A-D-G-B-E. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons with Terry Carter.
Specifications
| SKU | TAKGD93CENAT |
|---|---|
| Model | GD93CE |
| Body shape | Dreadnought Cutaway |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back | Black Walnut / Quilt Maple (three-piece) |
| Sides | Black Walnut |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Laurel, bound, 12" radius |
| Finish | Gloss Natural |
| Electronics | Takamine TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass switch |
| Nut & Saddle | Synthetic bone nut, split bridge saddle |
| Binding and rosette | Maple body, neck and headstock binding; dark wood rosette and body purfling |
| Inlays | Abalone dots |
| Headcap | Black walnut headcap |
| Tuners | Gold die-cast with black buttons |
| Length | 1049.3 mm (41.31 in) |
| Depth at end | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Strap Buttons | 2, gold |
| Compatible case (sold separately) | Takamine CTAKSH200A semi-hard case |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
Measurements
| Nut width | 42.8 mm (1.69 in) |
|---|---|
| Scale length | 644 mm (25.35 in) |
| Width | 402.5 mm (15.85 in) |
What is included
- Takamine GD93CE NAT Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- 12-month Rock Like The Pros Premium membership: online guitar lessons for all levels, with video lessons, tabs, backing tracks and weekly live Zoom lessons with Terry Carter
WARRANTY - Takamine Limited Warranty
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takamine GD93CE and the GD51CE?
The GD93CE has a three-piece black walnut and quilt maple back, maple binding, and the TK-40D preamp with mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass. The GD51CE has a black walnut back, and the simpler TP-4TD preamp with a tuner, three-band EQ, and gain. Both have a solid spruce top and a bound laurel fingerboard.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is the Takamine GD93CE solid wood or laminate?
The Takamine GD93CE has a solid spruce top and black walnut / quilt maple (three-piece) back and black walnut sides.
Does the Takamine GD93CE have a pickup?
Yes. The Takamine GD93CE has built-in electronics (Takamine TK-40D preamp with built-in tuner, three-band EQ, gain control, mid contour switch, notch filter, and EQ bypass switch).
How is the Takamine GD93CE tuned?
The Takamine GD93CE is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Who is the Takamine GD93CE for?
The Takamine GD93CE suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more volume and depth than an all-laminate guitar. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
