Takamine
GN93CE
Acoustic· Quilted Takamine
NEX-body cutaway with quilted maple back/sides, TK-40D preamp. The visually distinctive Takamine that mass-market Japanese music stores feature prominently in display-window setups.
Best strings for Takamine GN93CE
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Takamine factory recommendation — Elixir on GN93CE is the universal Asian dealer install.
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ16 Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $6.99
Budget alternative for Asian markets where Elixir pricing is prohibitive.
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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D'Addario
EJ11 80/20 Bronze Light
12–53 · $6.49
80/20 for performers using GN93CE's TK-40D preamp into front-of-house systems.
Brightness9
Warmth5
Sustain6
Durability5
Playability7
Value9
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More strings in this sonic family
Similar character, different brand or gauge
D'Addario
Nickel Bronze
12–53 · $10.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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D'Addario
XS Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability7
Value8
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Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze Custom Light
11–52 · $14.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability7
Value7
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Rotosound
Tru-Bronze
12–54 · $7.99
Brightness8
Warmth5
Sustain5
Durability3
Playability6
Value7
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Ernie Ball
Aluminum Bronze
12–54 · $9.99
Brightness8
Warmth4
Sustain5
Durability4
Playability6
Value8
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