Washburn Guitars news and features

“Once they started doing paint on my guitars, I hated the way they sounded”: Nuno Bettencourt explains why he has always preferred his Washburn N4 guitars to be unfinished

By Matt Owen published 22 January 24

It turns out the decision to leave each N4 model unpainted is more than just a cosmetic choice...

Nuno Bettencourt's Guitar World cover, and a Washburn N4-Nuno guitar

Win a Nuno Bettencourt Washburn N4-Nuno Vintage signature model by entering this guitar giveaway

By Guitar World Staff published 13 June 23

The US-made instrument is worth $2,599, and will be given away to one reader

8 best beginner classical guitars 2023: Plus the top Spanish guitar for beginners

Best beginner classical guitars: Plus the top Spanish guitar for beginners

By Chris Corfield last updated 12 June 23

Our expert round-up of the best classical guitars for beginners, with amazing budget nylon offerings from brands including Yamaha, Cordoba, Takamine and Epiphone

How one man unearthed the first-ever Washburn N4 production model – and ended up selling it to Nuno Bettencourt

By Matt Owen published 27 January 22

When Todd Cage stumbled upon a mysterious $450 Washburn in Guitar Center's Used section, it sent him on a path straight to the Extreme virtuoso

Washburn launches luxurious-looking, affordably-priced Deep Forest Ebony Collection of acoustics

By Richard Bienstock published 19 April 21

New models boast striped ebony tops and okoume backs and sides for “warm and bold” tone

Washburn Bella Tono Series review round-up

Washburn Bella Tono Series acoustic review round-up

By Jonathan Horsley published 2 March 20

It’s good tone by name, but is it good tone by nature for Washburn’s new series of Studio-sized acoustics?

Whoa, Nele: Extreme’s Nuno Bettencourt collaborates with Washburn on signature T-style with six-way pickup switching

By Richard Bienstock published 20 February 20

Single-cut design sports swamp ash body and Duncan and Bill Lawrence pickups, available in Standard and Deluxe versions

NAMM 2020: Washburn unveils the striking new Michael Sweet signature acoustic guitar

By Sam Roche published 8 January 20

The renowned American manufacturer looks to extend its ever-growing collection of acoustics

Washburn Unveils New Nuno Bettencourt 4N Signature Guitar

By Guitar World Staff published 19 February 19

The 4N features a thinner ebony fingerboard and deeper neck profile than the N4, Bettencourt's previous Washburn signature.

Washburn Announces New Michael Sweet Signature Parallaxe V Guitar

By Guitar World Staff published 9 July 18

Washburn Unveils New Revival Solo Dreadnought, Solo DeLuxe Grand Auditorium Acoustics

By Guitar World Staff published 24 April 18

Washburn Unveils New Timeless Parlor Guitar

By Guitar World Staff published 9 April 18

Guitar World's 2018 NAMM Digital Guide

By Guitar World Staff published 8 February 18

Cleartone Strings and Washburn Guitars Announce OEM Partnership

By Guitar World Staff published 11 December 15

'Fallen': Michael Sweet on Stryper's New Album, His Signature Washburn Guitar and More

By James Wood published 9 October 15

Guitar World Recommends: Washburn Heritage 20 Series WD20SCE Acoustic Guitar — Video

By Guitar World Staff published 3 August 15

Guitar World Recommends shines the spotlight on new and noteworthy gear for guitarists. This week, Guitar World recommends the new Washburn WD20SCE Acoustic Guitar.

Summer NAMM 2015 Video: Washburn Guitars Woodline Series

By Guitar World Staff published 21 July 15

Review: Washburn N4 Authentic Guitar — Video

By Chris Gill, Video by Paul Riario published 16 January 15

The Washburn N4 model designed by Nuno Bettencourt and Stephen Davies has enjoyed incredible success since its introduction nearly 25 years ago, in 1990.

12 Brilliant Acoustic Guitars for Under $500

By Acoustic Nation published 12 November 14

What do you like? A traditional acoustic? One with a pickup? A funky re-issue? A cool classical? Whatever you have a hankering for, we’ve found a solid choice for under $500.

Review: Washburn Warren Haynes Signature WSD5240 Solo Deluxe Guitar

By Chris Gill, Video by Paul Riario published 16 September 13