Washburn C5CE Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Classical body with EVT electronics
- Spruce top, catalpa back and sides
- Mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard and bridge
- Nylon strings, 6 strings, fixed bridge
- 6 pounds, 41 x 16 x 5 inches
- Limited lifetime warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A nylon-string classical with onboard electronics for players who perform amplified. No cable or case is included.
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ASIN: B0058GZTVGModel: C5CECategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
A classical player who plays amplified gets onboard EVT electronics on this Washburn C5CE, which pairs a spruce top with catalpa back and sides. The neck is mahogany, with a rosewood fingerboard and bridge in a natural finish.
Plug-in capability on a traditional classical build is the reason to look at it. The instrument entry reads electric guitar, which does not fit the nylon strings and classical description. No included accessories are listed.
Who it's for
Classical guitarists who gig and want onboard electronics. Steel-string players and shoppers who need accessories bundled should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Onboard EVT electronics
- Rosewood fingerboard and bridge
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Instrument entry reads electric guitar
- No accessories included
Performance notes
The spruce top vibrates with the nylon strings, and the onboard electronics send that signal to an amp or PA. Catalpa back and sides shape the acoustic tone. The fixed bridge anchors the nylon strings.
Specifications
| Brand | Washburn |
|---|---|
| Model | C5CE |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 6 poundslower than 75% of 61 acoustic-electric guitars |
| Item dimensions | 41 x 16 x 5 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Back Material Type | Catalpa |
| Finish type | Natural |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Electronics | EVT |
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to set up the electronics on the Washburn C5CE?
The listing describes onboard EVT electronics and gives no setup steps. It lists no cable, and included components read not included.
Is the Washburn C5CE an electric guitar?
No. The instrument entry reads electric guitar, but the title and description describe a nylon-string classical acoustic-electric.
What is the C5CE made of?
A spruce top, catalpa back and sides, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fingerboard and bridge.