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Description
Step into the world of expressive sound with the Washburn WP-80, a solid body electric guitar crafted for musicians who crave both style and substance. Known for its unique dual humbucker setup, this guitar is designed to deliver rich, powerful tones that can seamlessly transition from soulful blues to hard-hitting rock. Its solid body construction ensures durability, while the smooth rosewood fingerboard provides a comfortable playing experience for both beginners and seasoned professionals alike.
The WP-80 is equipped with a maple neck that enhances resonance and sustain, making it a versatile choice for live performances and studio recordings. The guitar's sleek design not only offers aesthetic appeal but also facilitates easy access to the upper frets, allowing musicians to explore a wider range of musical expression. Whether you're strumming mellow chords or shredding high-octane solos, the Washburn WP-80 is engineered to meet your sonic demands.
For those who value precision, the WP-80 comes with a tune-o-matic bridge that provides excellent tuning stability and intonation. Its user-friendly controls allow you to easily shape your sound, ensuring that your musical voice is heard exactly as you intend. Join a community of musicians who trust in Washburn's legacy of quality and performance.
Key Features:
- Solid body construction for enhanced durability
- Dual humbucker pickups for versatile tonal range
- Maple neck for improved resonance
- Rosewood fingerboard for comfortable playability
- Tune-o-matic bridge for stable tuning and precise intonation
- Sleek design with easy upper fret access
- User-friendly controls for sound customization
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Aside from the solid body telecaster SBT-21, the Mirage Pro electric acoustic, the J28 acoustic jumbo bodied guitar, and the signature RW300 model, this Washburn WP-80 was another Washburn guitar Roger Waters used in his solo career. He played it in 1987 during the Radio KAOS tour on Powers That Be. (See Guitar section for more information on Roger's guitars.)
His black Washburn WP-80 is a Gibson Les Paul-style electric guitar featuring two humbucker pickups, rosewood fingerboard, volume and tone controls, and four switches (suggesting that this guitar offered a wide variety of pickup combinations).
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