Key Features
- Powerful dreadnought shape with spruce and mahogany build
- Enjoy a rich tonal profile that boasts defined lows, warm mids, and crisp highs
- Expect plenty of volume and bass character thanks to a quartersawn scalloped bracing
Washburn AD5-A-U Overview
The Washburn AD5-A-U is an acoustic guitar that offers a blend of performance and value, tailored to the needs of beginners and those in the early stages of their musical journey. Its Dreadnought body shape and the combination of spruce top and mahogany back and sides offer rich tonalities and robust volume that will stand out in a crowd. The sturdy construction and attention to detail that defines the Washburn brand since 1883 is evident in this instrument, promising reliability and longevity.
Alongside its excellent sound, the Washburn AD5-A-U also boasts a natural gloss finish that enhances its aesthetic appeal, making it a joy to play and observe. The chrome hardware and quarter-sawn scalloped bracing complement its handsomely crafted shape, contributing to the instrument's overall playability.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionDreadnought shape
The dreadnought shape is a popular and versatile body design that has been around since the 1930s, loved for its ability to project sound with robust volume. It features a larger body size compared to other acoustic guitar shapes, allowing for more resonance and bass response. This makes it an ideal choice for strumming and flat-picking styles of playing.
Spruce and Mahogany Build
The combination of spruce and mahogany in the Washburn AD5-A-U offers a balanced tonal profile with defined lows, warm mids, and crisp highs. Spruce is commonly used for guitar tops due to its responsiveness and projection, while mahogany provides warmth and depth to the sound. This pairing makes for a versatile sound that is suitable for various genres and playing styles.
Quarter-sawn Scalloped Bracing
The Washburn AD5-A-U features quarter-sawn scalloped bracing, which helps to enhance the guitar's tonal quality and structural stability. The bracing is designed in a way that allows for more vibration and resonance, resulting in a fuller, louder sound. This also helps to prevent the guitar from warping over time.
A Trusted Brand
With over 135 years of experience in crafting quality instruments, Washburn has become a trusted brand among musicians worldwide. The company takes pride in its attention to detail and commitment to providing reliable and long-lasting instruments for musicians of all levels. This makes the Washburn AD5-A-U a smart choice for beginners who want a quality instrument that will support them in their musical journey.
Specifications
Body
- Top Wood: Spruce
- Back & Sides Wood: Mahogany
- Bracing: Quarter sawn scalloped bracing
- Rosette: Washburn Heritage
- Type: Acoustic Guitars
- Shape: Dreadnought
- Style: 6 String Acoustic
- Colour: Natural
- Finish: Gloss
- Strings: D'Addario EXP-16 light set phospher bronze
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Engineered Wood
- Number Of Frets: 20 frets
- Inlays: dots
- Nut: Plastic Nut Width 1-11/16"
- Scale: 25-1/2"
Hardware
- Hardware: Chrome hardware
- Bridge: Engineered Wood
- Tuners: Chrome Diecast
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