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Key Features
- Solid German spruce top delivers clarity and dynamic response
- Eight-string classical format expands range and harmonic depth
- Fishman pickup and AEQ-SP2 preamp support stage and studio use
- Hardshell case included for maximum protection
Ibanez GA3008CE 8 String Electro-Classical, Natural Overview
The Ibanez GA3008CE is a refined eight-string electro-classical guitar designed for players who want extended range without sacrificing traditional nylon-string character. Built in a comfortable cutaway classical body, it combines a solid German spruce top with African mahogany back and sides to produce a clear, responsive voice with added depth across the lower strings. Finished in natural high gloss, it balances elegance with modern performance features.
An extended fretboard increases creative flexibility, while the comfortable neck profile keeps playability smooth despite the wider string layout. Onboard Fishman electronics make the GA3008CE equally at home on stage or in the studio, and a supplied hardshell case ensures it stays protected wherever you take it. This is a versatile, inspiring instrument for adventurous classical and crossover players.
Product Ref: 360335
Full Description
View Full DescriptionExtended eight-string tonal range
The GA3008CE’s eight-string classical design opens up a wider tonal spectrum than a standard nylon-string guitar. The additional lower strings add depth, harmonic richness, and new voicing possibilities, making it ideal for extended-range arrangements, contemporary classical music, and experimental styles. Despite the expanded range, the guitar remains balanced and articulate, allowing complex chords and counterpoint lines to remain clear and defined. It’s a powerful tool for players looking to push beyond traditional classical boundaries.
Solid spruce and mahogany construction
A solid German spruce top forms the foundation of the GA3008CE’s sound, delivering sensitive response, clarity, and strong projection. Spruce’s wide dynamic range allows subtle fingerstyle detail to shine while still handling more assertive playing. African mahogany back and sides complement this with a warm, full-bodied midrange that supports the extended low end of the eight-string layout. Together, these tonewoods produce a rich yet controlled sound suited to both solo and ensemble playing.
Comfortable neck and extended fretboard
The okoume neck is shaped for comfort, helping offset the wider feel of an eight-string classical instrument. Its smooth profile supports relaxed fretting and confident position changes, even during longer sessions. A rosewood fretboard adds warmth and a familiar touch under the fingers, while the extended fretboard design increases the available upper-register notes. This combination keeps the GA3008CE playable and approachable despite its expanded capabilities.
Stage-ready electronics and premium hardware
Equipped with a Fishman S-Core pickup and Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp, the GA3008CE delivers a natural amplified sound with reliable control. The preamp includes bass and treble EQ and an onboard tuner, making adjustments quick and practical on stage. Gold classical tuners provide stable, accurate tuning, and a rosewood bridge with bone nut and saddle supports sustain and clarity. A fitted hardshell case is included to keep the instrument protected in transit.
Specifications
- Product Name: Ibanez GA3008CE, Natural
- Product Code: GA3008CE-NT
Body
- Body shape: Cutaway classical
- Top: Solid German spruce
- Back and sides: African mahogany
- Finish: Natural high gloss
- Construction: Dovetail neck joint
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck material: Okoume
- Scale length: 25.6" / 650 mm
- Nut width: 67.5 mm
- Number of frets: 20
- Fretboard material: Rosewood
- Fretboard radius: Flat
- Nut and saddle: Bone
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: Rosewood
- Tuners: Gold classical tuners, 14:1 ratio
- Pickup: Fishman S-Core
- Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-SP2 with onboard tuner
- Outputs: Balanced XLR and 1/4"
- Strings: Savarez nylon set for 8-string
- Battery: 9V x1
- Case: Hardshell case included
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