Collection: Washburn

About Washburn

Washburn has been building guitars in America since 1862. Based in Chicago, they've spent over 150 years refining acoustic and electric designs that balance traditional craftsmanship with accessible pricing. You'll find their instruments in the hands of touring professionals and weekend players alike. The brand is known for their Heritage Series dreadnoughts, the Wing Series electric guitars with neck-through construction, and an extensive line of folk instruments including banjos and mandolins. Washburn's Bella Tono acoustics use a proprietary bracing system that opens up the midrange without sacrificing low-end response.

Acoustic Guitar Lines

Washburn's acoustic catalog spans entry-level to professional instruments. The Apprentice series offers solid-top dreadnoughts and grand auditoriums with cutaway electronics, aimed at players who need stage-ready sound without breaking $500. The Heritage line steps up with all-solid wood construction and Fishman electronics on models like the D10SCE and J40SCE jumbo. The Bella Tono series uses their Studio bracing design, which reduces the number of braces inside the guitar to let the top vibrate more freely. The Deep Forest series features burl maple and striped ebony tops for players who want visual impact alongside projection.

Electric Guitars

The Wing Series represents Washburn's take on high-performance electrics. The Hawk H10 uses neck-through construction with a mahogany body and maple top, delivering sustain that bolt-on designs can't match. You get dual humbuckers, a tune-o-matic bridge, and a slim neck profile built for fast playing. The American Hawk '78 is a USA Custom Shop model that recreates the original Wing Series specs from the late seventies. Washburn also makes a 12-string version of the Hawk for players who need that jangly doubling without switching instruments mid-set.

Folk Instruments

Washburn's Americana series covers banjos and mandolins for bluegrass, folk, and roots players. The B-series banjos range from open-back models like the B7 to resonator designs like the B16 and B17 with tobacco sunburst finishes. The M-series mandolins include both A-style and F-style bodies, with the M3SE offering onboard electronics for amplified performance. The M108SW F-style uses a solid spruce top and flamed maple back for traditional tone and projection. These instruments give you gigging reliability without the price tag of vintage or boutique alternatives.

Shop Washburn at Blackout Audio

Washburn's acoustic and electric guitars deliver professional build quality across multiple price points. Browse the full catalog online and reach out to the team with questions about specific models or electronics. Free shipping on orders over $199 across Canada.