Used Applause AE28 Acoustic Guitar Wood

Used Applause AE28 Summit Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Estimated Year: Late 1990s–Early 2000s 

Made in: Korea

Overview 

The Applause AE28 Summit Series is a well-built acoustic-electric cutaway guitar designed to deliver reliable tone, comfortable playability, and stage-ready performance. Built by Ovation’s Applause line, this model features a classic dreadnought-style body with a cutaway for easy upper-fret access, making it a great choice for both strumming and lead work.

The spruce top provides clear articulation and balanced projection, while the onboard Applause/Kaman preamp allows for easy amplification with simple tone and gain controls. Made in Korea during the Summit Series era, the AE28 is known for solid construction and dependable performance, making it a great option for gigging players, worship settings, or home recording.

Features 

- Acoustic-electric cutaway guitar 

- Summit Series model 

- Spruce top 

- Comfortable dreadnought-style body with cutaway 

- Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays 

- Applause/Kaman onboard preamp 

- Side-mounted controls for tone and gain 

- Chrome tuning machines 

- Made in Korea 

- Includes hard shell case

Condition 

This guitar is in good used condition. 

- Cosmetic wear consistent with regular use 

- Light surface marks and minor finish wear on the top 

- No cracks or structural issues observed 

- Electronics function properly 

- Neck is straight and plays comfortably 

- Includes hard shell case with visible cosmetic wear 

- Tested and working as it should

Store Policies 

- All items are tested before listing and again before shipping. 

- Orders typically ship next business day. 

- Shipping is available to the continental U.S. only. 

- We do not accept trades on shipped items. 

- Returns are accepted within 48 hours of delivery. The buyer covers return shipping, and a 20% restocking fee applies. If you have any questions before buying, feel free to message us—we’re happy to help.