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The GD51 is a classy dreadnought-style guitar that features deluxe cosmetic appointments, solid-top construction and a warm, resonant sound that will bring out the best in your music.

Combining a solid spruce top with black walnut back and sides, the GD51 pumps out all the big, bold tone players expect from a dreadnought. The slim mahogany neck and 12-radius bound laurel fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the split-saddle design of the rosewood bridge provides superior intonation for sweeter-sounding chords and single-note runs.

Other great features include a synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, rosewood headcap, abalone rosette and mother-of-pearl dot inlays, gold die-cast tuners and a beautiful gloss finish. Case sold separately.
Takamine G Series GD51 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Gloss Natural
Takamine G Series GD51 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Gloss Natural

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  • Solid-top construction
  • Solid spruce top with black walnut back and sides
  • Slim mahogany neck and 12-radius
  • Bound laurel fingerboard
  • Split-saddle design of the rosewood bridge
  • Synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle
  • Rosewood headcap
  • Abalone rosette
  • Mother-of-pearl dot inlays
  • Gold die-cast tuners
  • Case sold separately

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  • Series: G50 Series
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Body Shape: Dreadnought
  • Bracing: Quartersawn "X"
  • Body Back: Black walnut
  • Body Sides: Black walnut
  • Body Top: Solid Spruce
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Finish: Gloss
  • Scale Length: 25.4" (644mm)
  • Fingerboard: Bound laurel
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305mm)
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • String Nut: Synthetic bone
  • Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.8mm)
  • Position Inlays: Mother-of-pearl dot
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Hardware Finish: Gold
  • Tuning Machines: Gold die-cast
  • Strings: D'Addario EXP 16 Coated Phosphor Bronze (.012-.053 Gauges)

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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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7 Reviews

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Reviewed by 7 customers

  • Stay away from Takamine..

    1

    submitteda year ago

    byTom

    fromConnecticut

    Love the playability of takamine guitars, but at some point they were bought out by ESP who discontinued support and products used to keep up these guitars. So anything happens...Go pound sand.

  • Very pleasant surprise

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJay

    fromHillsboro, Texas

    A lot of reviews say things like "for the money" this product can't be beat. I would go as far as to say that this guitar would be a bargain at twice the price. Really love the sustain and clarity, not to mention the fact that it's just beautiful in sunburst. Love it!

  • Bought but Returned It

    3

    submitted4 years ago

    byPeter T.

    fromUpstate NY

    I bought this as used and excellent condition. I got a fair price on it. It was going to be a part time guitar. I wanted something that looked and sounded different than my Martin. The burst finish is very attractive and well done. It's well made, although the pick guard is installed crooked. It's easy to play with no sharp fret ends. The nice gold no name tuners work very well. However, even though I didn't have high expectations for it, I was still disappointed with the sound. It's not a loud guitar as stated, not for a dreadnought. The tone is mediocre, with a subdued low end and shrill highs. The B string is really bad. I put new Martin strings on before I even played it for ten or twelve hours. There is a lot of fret buzz, especially with a capo. I didn't want to spend on a full setup for this particular instrument. I've owned other guitars in this price range, and this one didn't measure up. I returned it and got a used Yamaha for the same price. Now I'm happy. You can try one, your results may vary, but I know for a fact there are better guitars out there for less money.

  • i would buy this guitar again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byCurtis

    fromundisclosed

    This is a beautiful guitar and the tone is very nice. This guitar is very nice for someone that is on a budget and still wants a middle of the road acoustic guitar. Very nice, for guitar lessons for a student.

  • Best decision!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byJonesy0143

    fromKennesaw, GA

    Very happy with my purchase. I had a Yamaha FG800 and took it back and im glad I did!! Love this guitar!!!

  • Best for the money

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byBoy in the Jungle

    fromPlaya del Carmen, Mexico

    Beautiful finishing, detailing and hardware. Sustain for days, bell like notes. Very comfortable, makes you wanna play!

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byHeck

    fromBristol Tn.

    are the back and sides solid black walnut or laminated plywood

    are the back and sides solid black walnut or laminated plywood

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    They are laminate

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byAriel

    fromSan Antonio Tx

    Is this available at the store now? Just to try it out? Thanks

    Is this available at the store now? Just to try it out? Thanks

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar should be available in most stores but you may want to contact the store directly to confirm availability.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byBill

    fromNyack NY

    How much is shipping for Takamine G Series guitar?

    How much is shipping for Takamine G Series guitar?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    That will depend on where it is shipping to