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Washburn WA90CE Acoustic-Electric Guitar Kit

  • Dreadnought with cutaway
  • Barcus Berry LX4 preamp: bass, middle, treble, presence, volume, tuner
  • Linden top, okoume back and sides
  • 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack
  • Kit: gig bag, clip-on tuner, strap, stand, extra strings, winder, 4 months of lessons
  • 8 pounds, limited lifetime warranty

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A cutaway dreadnought starter kit with a tuner equipped preamp for new players who want to plug in from day one. Laminate style woods and an ABS nut and saddle mark it as an entry level instrument.

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ASIN: B0FTNNTTJXModel: WA90CECategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars

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Overview

Plugging into an amp or PA is ready out of the box with this Washburn dreadnought, thanks to a Barcus Berry preamp with a built-in tuner and four band tone controls. A cutaway opens access to the upper frets, and the kit adds a bag, stand, tuner and online lessons.

A complete plug and play package is why to buy it, covering everything a new player needs plus stage ready electronics. The linden top and ABS nut and saddle are budget materials that limit tone compared with higher grade guitars.

Who it's for

New players, campfire strummers and those starting to play open mics will use the electronics and accessories. Players chasing refined acoustic tone should look at guitars with higher grade tops.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Preamp with built-in tuner
  • Four band tone shaping
  • Cutaway for upper fret access
  • Full starter accessory kit
Cons
  • Linden top limits tone
  • ABS nut and saddle
  • Heavy kit to carry

Performance notes

Plugged in sound depends on the preamp, whose bass, middle, treble and presence controls shape the tone for the room. Unplugged, the dreadnought body gives a full, bass heavy voice. Chrome die-cast tuners hold pitch while you play.

Specifications

BrandWashburn
ModelWA90CE
Dimensions & fit
Item weight8 pounds
Item dimensions42 x 19 x 6 inches
Hand OrientationRight
Construction & materials
Top Material TypeLinden wood
Neck Material TypeOkoume wood
Fretboard Material TypeBlack walnut
ColorTransparent Black Burst, gloss
Back Material TypeOkoume wood
Included components
Included ComponentsGig bag, clip-on tuner, nylon strap, picks, extra strings, string winder, folding stand, 4 months of online lessons
Warranty & support
Warranty DescriptionLimited lifetime warranty
Other details
Connector Type1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack
Guitar Bridge SystemFixed, walnut bridge, ABS saddle
Number of Strings6
Body shapeDreadnought, cutaway
PreampBarcus Berry LX4 with built-in tuner

Frequently asked questions

Can I plug the Washburn WA90CE into an amp?

Yes. It has a Barcus Berry LX4 preamp and a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) output jack.

What comes in the Washburn WA90CE kit?

A gig bag, clip-on tuner, nylon strap, plectrums, an extra set of strings, a string winder, a folding stand and 4 months of online lessons.

Is the WA90CE left handed?

No, it is right handed.

What wood is the WA90CE top?

Linden, with okoume back and sides.