Description
In 1999 Washburn's master craftsmen set out to design a modern classic for the new Millennium and the Idol was born. After countless awards and accolades, Washburn has now expanded the Idol family to an even more versatile instrument. This premiere USA Custom Shop guitar boasts a carved maple top and EMG electronics.
What separates the WI566 from other USA Idols is the inclusion of EMG pickups. EMGs kick this guitar up another level for players who want the ultimate in hi gain tone. Like all Washburn USA guitars, the WI566 incorporates the Buzz Feiten Tuning System™ for unsurpassed intonation. A TonePros® tune-o-matic bridge, stop tailpiece, and 18:1 Grover® tuners hold you in tune.
In 1999 Washburn's master craftsmen set out to design a modern classic for the new Millennium and the Idol was born. After countless awards and accolades, Washburn has now expanded the Idol family to an even more versatile instrument. This premiere USA Custom Shop guitar boasts a carved maple top and EMG electronics.
What separates the WI566 from other USA Idols is the inclusion of EMG pickups. EMGs kick this guitar up another level for players who want the ultimate in hi gain tone. Like all Washburn USA guitars, the WI566 incorporates the Buzz Feiten Tuning System™ for unsurpassed intonation. A TonePros® tune-o-matic bridge, stop tailpiece, and 18:1 Grover® tuners hold you in tune.
SPECS
- Mahogany body modern carve top single cutaway
- Tone Pros® stop tail with tune-o-matic bridge
- One piece mahogany set neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Side block inlays (Abalone)
- EMG® 85 neck & 81 bridge pickups
- Exclusive Grover 18:1 gear ratio tuners
- Buzz Feiten Tuning System™
- Built in the USA Custom Shop
- Case: GC37 Included