Washburn

A Balance of Tradition & Innovation

For well over a century, Washburn has been a driving force in acoustic and electric instrument design.

Established in Chicago, Illinois, in 1883 by George Washburn Lyon and Patrick J. Healy, Washburn began as a premium acoustic stringed instrument manufacturer. 

Over the decades, they've adapted to the shifting landscape of pop, with a reputation for balancing tradition with innovation. 

Explore the Modern Washburn Range

• The Heritage and Harvest Series: These traditional acoustic lines focus on the core elements of acoustic tone, pairing solid spruce or cedar soundboards with robust internal bracing. Available in dreadnought, folk, and orchestra body shapes.

• The Woodline Series: Positioned as an elegant, mid-tier acoustic range, these instruments incorporate premium tonewoods, walnut or maple wood bindings, and Graph Tech NuBone hardware to maximise natural sustain and dynamic response without a custom-shop price tag.

• The Apprentice Series: Engineered specifically for progressing students and budget-conscious players, this accessible line provides reliable build quality, comfortable short-scale configurations, and built-in electronic options across travel-ready sizes and standard shapes.

• Comfort and Bella Tono Collections: Focusing heavily on ergonomics, these modern acoustic designs utilise specialised forearm contours, cutaways, and unique body depths to minimise physical strain during long practice sessions and live sets.