GN20-NS

The GN20 combines Takamine's compact but big-sounding NEX body style with solid-top construction and tasteful appointments to create a guitar that looks as good as it sounds.

For players looking for a different sound, the GN20 pairs a solid cedar top with mahogany back and sides to produce a warm, detailed tone that works beautifully for a wide range of musical styles. The slim satin-finish mahogany neck and 12"-radius ovangkol fingerboard provide great feel and playability, while the split-saddle design of the pin-less ovangkol bridge provides superior intonation for sweeter-sounding chords and single-note runs.

Other great features include a synthetic bone nut and bridge saddle, ovangkol headcap, pearloid dot inlays, chrome die-cast tuners, and an elegant Natural satin finish.

Specifications

Top Solid Cedar

Back Mahogany

Sides Mahogany

Neck Mahogany

Finger Board Ovangkol

Nut Width 1.6875" (42.8 mm)

Electronics N/A

Finish Natural

The Takamine GN20 NS (Natural Satin) from the NEX G Series is a premium entry-level acoustic guitar that combines Takamine's renowned craftsmanship with player-friendly features. Here's a detailed analysis:

Key Specifications

✓ Body Shape: NEX (Grand Auditorium size)
✓ Top: Solid Sitka Spruce (enhanced projection & dynamic range)
✓ Back/Sides: Nato laminate (mahogany-like tonewood)
✓ Neck: Nato with comfortable C-profile
✓ Fingerboard/Bridge: Rosewood (excellent sustain)
✓ Finish: Natural satin (elegant matte look)
✓ Nut Width: 1.69" (43mm) - balanced playability
✓ Scale Length: 25.3" (standard acoustic)

Tone Characteristics

• Brighter, more articulate than sapele-top models (thanks to spruce)

• Excellent note separation - ideal for fingerstyle

• Balanced bass/mid/treble (NEX body prevents boomy lows)

• Good projection despite smaller body size

Playability Features

• Rolled fingerboard edges for comfort

• Slim neck profile (easier for small hands)

• Low action out of the box (beginners-friendly)

• Lightweight (approx. 3.8-4.2 lbs)

✔ Advantages:

• Superior solid spruce top (better aging potential)

• Professional-grade playability

• Attractive satin finish

• Excellent Takamine QC

• Intermediate players wanting quality tonewoods

• Fingerstyle specialists needing note clarity

• Traveling musicians appreciating compact size

• Those preferring spruce's articulate voice

The GN20 NS represents excellent value offering professional-level tonewoods in an accessible package. Its spruce top delivers superior projection and complexity compared to entry-level laminates, while the NEX body provides comfortable ergonomics.

Best for: Serious beginners, fingerstyle players, and those wanting a lifetime guitar