I've got a Washburn DM2000S Acoustic guitar that's been with me for a number of years now. I bought her used: Solid spruce top with laminated rosewood sides & back. 1 3/4 nut. mint condition, w/ strap and hardshell case for about $400. I use Elixirs, changed the saddle to bone, and upgraded the original plastic pins to brass. The brass pins have really increased the sustain. I had an opportunity to trade her in on a all around, great sounding and very playable $2000 Gibson Songwriter Deluxe. Definately one of Gibson's good ones, solid spruce top w/ solid rosewood sides & back, etc. I'm a loyal regular, at a small local music store, and had the opportunity to do a side by side "in store comparison" between my Washburn and the Gibby. I played both guitars and had the store owner play both in front of me as well. I must say, I was extremely taken back. He and I both ageed, the "washie" definately won out. Needless to say, I changed my mind about the purchase. Some laminated rigs can sound pretty good. Maybe its the upgrades I made to the "washie"... I'm not sure, but she's definately a keeper. Anyone else had a similar experience with their Washburn? Harley
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