Description
Crafter VL D28CE VL Series 28 Cutaway Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid Engelmann spruce top and layered macassar ebony back and sides, a highgloss finish, a cutaway and built-in electronics (DS-2 preamp system with Pro condenser gooseneck microphone and under-saddle pickup), tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Specifications
| SKU | 27167 |
|---|---|
| Model | VL D28CE |
| Top | Solid Engelmann spruce, with Vintage Voicing System treatment |
| Back & Sides | Layered Macassar ebony |
| Armrest | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany, with wood binding |
| Body neck junction | Crafter Korean way |
| Neck width | 42 mm / 1.65" |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood, tree of life wood inlays design |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Saddle | Compensated, Tusq |
| Rosette | Real abalone with Macassar ebony inlay |
| Headstock logo and inlay | Mother of pearl |
| Body binding | Rosewood with padouk purfling |
| Electronics | DS-2 preamp system with Pro condenser gooseneck microphone and under-saddle pickup |
| Machine heads | Grover, gold |
| Strings | Elixir, gauge .012 - .053 |
| Finish | Highgloss |
| Including | MG Line bag, beige |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
What is included
- Crafter VL D28CE VL Series 28 Cutaway Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- MG Line gig bag (beige)
- 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
Common questions
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 Premium membership. The membership includes courses from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons. A card is needed to sign up, but nothing is charged today. After 12 months the membership renews at $188 a year unless you cancel.
Is the Crafter VL D28CE solid wood or laminate?
The Crafter VL D28CE has a solid Engelmann spruce top and layered macassar ebony back and sides.
Does the Crafter VL D28CE have a pickup?
Yes. The Crafter VL D28CE has built-in electronics (DS-2 preamp system with Pro condenser gooseneck microphone and under-saddle pickup), plus a cutaway for reaching the higher frets.
How is the Crafter VL D28CE tuned?
The Crafter VL D28CE is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Who is the Crafter VL D28CE for?
The Crafter VL D28CE suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid Engelmann 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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