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Description

Elevate your sound with the Washburn CS 780, a solid body electric guitar that marries classic design with modern playability. Crafted for those who crave a versatile instrument, this guitar is perfect for rock, blues, or any genre that demands precision and power. The Washburn 600S Floyd Rose Tremolo system ensures smooth pitch manipulation, allowing you to dive bomb or subtly shimmer with ease. Its double-cutaway design provides effortless access to higher frets, making it ideal for solos that soar.

The CS 780's rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience, while the maple neck ensures stability and durability. Equipped with high-output humbucking pickups, this guitar delivers a full-bodied sound that can cut through any mix. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Washburn CS 780's locking nut system keeps your tuning rock-solid, even under the most intense playing conditions. This guitar is a reliable companion for musicians who demand excellence without compromise.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar with a double-cutaway design
  • Washburn 600S Floyd Rose Tremolo system for dynamic pitch control
  • High-output humbucking pickups for a powerful sound
  • Rosewood fingerboard and maple neck for optimal playability
  • Locking nut system for stable tuning during performances
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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Washburn CS 780.

Build quality

  • The body has a corkboard-like material with faces carved into it, indicating custom work possibly done by Washburn based on the unique finish.

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Features and functionality

  • The guitar may have originally been a KC-20v with custom modifications, including filled single coil routes and a potential refinish.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Replacement necks from the KC series, especially KC-20v, are recommended, noting compatibility but also considering the desirability of locking nuts.

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User experience

  • Owners report difficulty in identifying models due to undocumented variations and potential custom builds by Washburn, adding to the guitar's mystique.

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4.5 out of 5

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pedro_dargen

Really good guitar

Already played some gigs with it, tuning stability is ok, the Floyd Rose that cames with it have its problems but nothing that bad and the tuning machines works really well Probably has the best neck I've use in a 6 string

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