The Idol is Back!
Washburn's WI64 Original Idol solidbody electric guitar takes you back to the beginning of their Idol lineup, back in the early '90s. Setting the groundwork for bold single-cut style, the WI64 gives you the unique look of Washburn's original body contour plus a mahogany neck that's topped with rosewood. A pair of humbucking pickups with VCC tone controls let you dial in everything from humbucker to single-coil tones. And a stoptail and TOM-style bridge provide you with excellent playing stability. Top it off with a smooth bound rosewood fingerboard and belly cut, and the Washburn WI64 Original Idol is simply an all-around excellent electric guitar.
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- The Idol series solidbody electric guitar that started it all
- Dual humbucking pickups dish out a ton of rock-ready tones
- Washburn has been producing quality fretted instruments since 1883
Since the 1990s, Washburn's Idol lineup has been tearing up stages around the world. With the WI64 Original Idol, Washburn gives you a chance to own their first-gen-style solidbody electric guitar in all of its glory. If you're the kind of guitar player who's looking to break the cookie-cutter mold of passe solidbody designs, then it's time to call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer and ask about the Washburn WI64 Original Idol.
Dual humbucking pickups dish out a ton of rock-ready tonesNothing says "solid rock tone" like a pair of humbucking pickups such as the set found in the Washburn WI64 solidbody electric guitar. This Idol guitar doesn't just feature two hard-hitting humbuckers, it also gives you the control you need to dial them in. Unique VCC tone controls varies the pickups from humbucking to single coil and everything in between. You can take your WI64 guitar's tone from a mellow growl to super-aggressive bite with the spin of a pot.
Washburn has been producing quality fretted instruments since 1883With humble beginnings in Chicago dating back to the 1880s, Washburn is an American institution in musical instrument manufacturing. From guitars to mandolins, banjos, ukuleles, and more, Washburn has long been a recognized and cherished brand among musicians. Many of the biggest names in folk, blues, and rock 'n' roll have played these well-crafted, quality instruments. Washburn combines quality construction with premium materials to deliver instruments like the WI64 that are ready to perform on any stage. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to find out more about the WI64 or this iconic brand.
Washburn WI64 Original Idol Solidbody Electric Guitar Features:- A cool-looking and smooth-playing solidbody electric guitar that takes you back to the Original Idol lineup
- Dual humbucking pickups with individual tone and volume controls let you tap into an epic range of tone
- VCC tone controls let you change your pickups from humbuckers to single coils and everything in between
- Bound rosewood fingerboard and belly cut body contour make this guitar incredibly comfortable to play
- NuBone nut and stoptail/TOM bridge provide epic sustain and playing stability
