Ibanez PF28ECETRS PF Series Acoustic Guitar in Transparent Red Sunburs
Description
Ibanez PF28ECETRS PF Series Acoustic Guitar in Transparent Red Sunburst
This cutaway dreadnought captures responsive finger articulation with its mahogany neck and ergonomic body contours—the offset upper bout provides unobstructed access to higher registers for detailed tracking and studio arrangements. The Transparent Red Sunburst finish over a flamed maple top delivers striking visual character, while the gloss finish maintains a polished, professional look on tape and in video sessions. This B-Stock unit shows minimal cosmetic wear that does not affect playability, making it an excellent value for producers and recording engineers.
Tone & Recording Character
The flamed maple top paired with mahogany back and sides yields warm, focused midrange with articulate treble clarity—a tonal signature suited to fingerstyle documentation and rhythmic layering in the mix. The integrated Fishman Sonicore pickup and Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp with onboard tuner enable direct-to-interface recording, with 1/4" output for seamless connection to your audio interface or mixing console.
Construction & Signal Path
Studio-ready construction features 20 frets on a rosewood fretboard with matching rosewood bridge, X bracing for consistent tonal projection and sustain across takes, and ivory body binding for structural integrity and finish durability. Hardware includes chrome die-cast tuners for tuning stability during extended sessions and Ibanez Advantage bridge pins, with coated bronze strings pre-installed and ready for recording.
Key Features
- Cutaway dreadnought body shape with flamed maple top
- Mahogany back, sides, and neck construction
- X bracing for tonal projection and sustain
- 20 frets with rosewood fretboard and bridge
- Fishman Sonicore pickup system
- Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp with onboard tuner
- 1/4" output jack for amplification
- Chrome die-cast tuning machines
- Ivory body binding and water decal rosette
- Ibanez Advantage bridge pins
- Coated bronze strings pre-installed
- Gloss finish (top, neck, and back)
The PF28ECETRS merges studio-grade electronics and hardware with solid tonewoods, delivering genuine sonic capture and mix-ready performance backed by Ibanez quality at a practical investment.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Ibanez PF28ECETRS is a versatile acoustic with a flamed maple top, mahogany construction, and built-in Fishman Sonicore pickup plus Shape Shifter preamp—perfect for home recording and singer-songwriter sessions where you need warm, articulate tone and trouble-free DI capability. Its responsive playability and tonal stability make tracking fingerstyle and strummed passages straightforward, while the onboard tuner and direct 1/4" output simplify workflow between tracking and live use. This B-Stock unit offers the same professional build quality as new stock at a lower price.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Fingerstyle
- ✓ Gigging
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will it affect how this guitar plays?
B-Stock means this unit is fully functional and plays identically to new, but shows minimal cosmetic wear that does not affect playability or tone. You get the same professional-grade hardware, electronics, and solid tonewoods at a lower price.
Can I plug this directly into a PA system or recording interface?
Yes. The Fishman Sonicore pickup feeds into the Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp, which has a 1/4" output jack for direct connection to any amplifier, PA system, or audio interface without additional equipment.
Is the cutaway design good for fingerstyle playing?
Yes. The offset upper bout and cutaway body make higher-fret access straightforward, and the comfortable ergonomics work well for both fingerstyle and strumming. The mahogany neck and responsive construction support detailed technique across the full range.
What tone should I expect from the maple top and mahogany body?
The flamed maple top paired with mahogany back and sides produces a warm, focused midrange with articulate treble response and good projection—ideal for solo performance and session work in folk, singer-songwriter, and fingerstyle genres.
Does it come ready to play out of the box?
Yes. Coated bronze strings are pre-installed, the onboard preamp includes a tuner, and chrome die-cast tuning machines keep the guitar stable in tune. You can amplify and perform immediately.