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At A Glance

Type
6-String
Format
Acoustic/Electric
Frets
21
Fretboard
Rosewood
Body Material
Basswood
Top Material
Basswood
Back & Sides
Basswood
Body Style
Mini Jumbo
Electronics
WT-92 Preamp/Tuner
Series
Festival Series
Description

Washburn built the EA12 as part of its Festival Series, positioning it as a mid-line acoustic-electric for players who needed an amplifiable acoustic instrument. The model gained notable visibility as a standard choice for players on MTV's "Unplugged" programme during the 90s, which made it one of the more widely recognised acoustic-electrics of that period.

The EA12 carries a basswood top, back and sides in a mini jumbo cutaway body configuration. Electronics are handled by a WT-92 preamp and onboard tuner. The 21-fret rosewood fretboard provides the playing surface across its six-string layout.

Owners researching replacement parts — particularly preamp components, nut stock suited to this body style, or fretboard materials — should consult a qualified luthier or guitar technician who can verify fit against the instrument in hand.

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