Washburn Review: KC90

History:

Purchase: Bought second hand for UK Pounds 280 in 1999. After trying dozens of Fenders (Mexico/USA/Japan) Ibenezs,Epiphones -none of which inspired-I came across this - perfect condition, built around 1990. I could not believe the quality (and it had been looked after -perfect condition) with a washburn hard case.

What I Like About This Washburn KC90: Shear Class. Proper Seymour Duncans (alnico pro singles, and a Jeff Beck at the bridge.)Floyd Rose, and the slinkiest neck you ever played. Great shape -looks like a cross between a strat and a PRS, because of the carved top. The guitar has a huge variety of sounds- but all class. Almost the balls of a Les Paul, yet will do the funky single coil sound, or classic bluesy front pickup of SRV.

What I Do NOT Like About The Washburn KC90: My style has changed (probably thanks to a proper guitar) and I do not use the Floyd as much. Would prefer a fixed bridge maybe. I have it as tight as it will go.

Washburn KC90 Quality Rating: First class construction. Basswood body (I think) helps sustain and tone. Neck is perfect. Premier Quality electronics all through.

Review Summary: If you thought you wanted a strat, but also need some bottom end rock sounds, look for a Washburn KC90. Much more versitile, better pickups, and tough as old boots. Unless you have Fender Custom Shop money.....

Rating of this Washburn product: 4

This Washburn KC90 Electric Guitars Review Submitted By: Johnny Blues Boy

Review Date: 2003-04-23