A Fantastic Resonator for Discerning Performers

You'll have all the rich, growling resonator tone you can handle with the Washburn R70BCEK guitar. Designed with Nashville musician Richie Owens, the R70BCEK is a resonator that's ready for the rigors of the road. The distinctive tone comes from the hand-spun Scheerhorn resonator cone, and many of us at Sweetwater think it nails that unmistakable sound of a vintage resonator. A single F-hole, custom coverplate, and pickguard give the R70BCEK a different look than most resonators on the market. And with the built-in Lace Sensor pickup, you're well equipped for crisp, clear plugged-in performance.

• Scheerhorn resonator cone for that iconic resonator sound
• This resonator is ready to rock with a built-in pickup
• Since 1883, Washburn has been producing quality fretted instruments

Because the resonator cone inside the guitar is a huge part of a resonator's sound, it's natural that tone will vary based on the cone design. Tim Scheerhorn designed his hand-spun cones because he wasn't satisfied with the stamped metal cones he had used thus far. Many players find the Scheerhorn cone to have all the jangle, sparkle, and growl you'd expect from a resonator guitar. So no matter what you play, the R70BCEK gives you a rich, wide-ranging sonic foundation.

Washburn loaded the R70BCEK with a Lace Sensor humbucking pickup for those times when you need to plug in. From fingerpicking to strumming to slide playing, the R70BCEK gives you killer tone direct to your amp or mixer. The Lace Sensor humbucker is sensitive enough to pick up even the smallest nuances of your playing. Simple volume and tone controls give you control of your sound onstage. Make sure your performance is heard with the Washburn R70BCEK acoustic-electric roundneck resonator.

With 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 an instrument that's ready to perform on any stage. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to find out more about this iconic brand.

• Roundneck resonator for all styles of music
• Maple top, back, and sides produce full-bodied resonator tone with punch
• Lace Sensor Ultra Slim Acoustic Sensor pickup delivers great plugged-in tones
• Hand-spun Scheerhorn resonator cone provides iconic resonator jangle and growl
• Wilkinson Deluxe tuners with 15:1 ratio for precise tuning
• Aluminum spider bridge with maple and ebony top saddle provides crisp tone
• Custom coverplate designed by Richie Owens
• Venetian cutaway for access to higher frets