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| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
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We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
Painstaking detail. Peak performance. The Washburn N2-NUNO Nuno Bettencourt presents the stunning signature model of Extreme's guitar virtuoso, Nuno Bettencourt. Renowned for his unprecedented technical ability, Bettencourt required an instrument that could keep up with his demands. And it's safe to say that Washburn have delivered in sensational style...
Equipped with a set of Washburn and Bill Lawrence humbuckers, players are gifted with a searing-hot tone of unrelenting power and clarity. And they'll excel in any genre, too. A Floyd Rose locking tremolo bridge ensures you can inject some expression into your solos and innovate your sound while the sleek maple neck is layered with an ultra-smooth ebony fretboard for an unrestricted playing experience. Topped off with a breathtaking natural matte finish, the N2 provides all the iconic sound, feel, and signature style that Bettencourt has made his own. Now it's your turn...
Product Ref: 157881
Nuno Bettencourt is well established as one of the world's most technically gifted and versatile guitarists following his rise to fame with hard rock band 'Extreme'. Since then, he has expanded his projects to founding multiple bands, collaborating with Steve Vai, and even touring with Rihanna. And, naturally, his influence on the world of music has grown stronger and stronger, showcasing his virtuosic shredding ability and unique sense of melody around the globe.
Part of his iconic image includes his stunning Washburn N2 guitar, hosting the secret to his distinctive tone along with a striking, natural aesthetic. Which is why Washburn have fine-tuned every detail of his signature model. The result provides you with all the ingredients for the coveted playing experience of the man himself.
Bettencourt's hailed sound is largely characterised by searing gain and screaming high-end. And his melodic mastery to cut through the mix with ease. This level of hot tone can only be achieved from a pair of humbuckers. So, you guessed it, Washburn have loaded the N2 with a set of Washburn and Bill Lawrence humbucking pickups. In the neck position lies a Washburn, offering sweet sustain and a rounded low-end for your chord-playing while the bridge position hosts a Bill Lawrence, unleashing a searing, high-output tone ideal for solo-playing.
These pickups let this guitar really sing. On the treble strings, you get a crisp, harmonically rich sound with unprecedented clarity and articulation. As for the low strings, it's all about that thick, chunky character that tops off the N2's unique voice. Topped off with a single volume control that has a push/pull coil tap, you have everything you need to achieve any genre.
It's not enough for a signature model to just sound like the original. It needs to capture its distinctive feel, too. Luckily, Washburn have ensured that every small detail of Bettencourt's famed guitar is replicated onto his signature with ultimate precision, providing a truly authentic playing experience. A maple neck is sculpted to fit perfectly in the palm of your hand, allowing for effortless movement up and down the scale length. It's layered with a super-sleek ebony fingerboard, ensuring your fingers can comfortably glide across the surface for endless hours of practice.
The neck also comes equipped with a Stephen's extended cutaway bolted onto the basswood body. So, combined with the N2's dual cutaway design, players have completely unrestricted access to the upper frets for those shredding high-end licks. And you can be sure you'll roam free on stage, thanks to the super lightweight nature of the basswood. Indulge in a performance of the greats.
As guitarists, we're all reluctant to admit that one of the most crucial aspects of the instrument is how it looks. Sure, the sound is what counts. But, when a guitar doesn't look good, it's just not the same is it? Thankfully, Washburn know this. And they've taken every step to maintain the sought-after style of Bettencourt in every aspect of its design. A reverse headstock decorates the neck with an elegance that only a signature model could get away with. Not to mention the striking, natural matte finish that provides the perfect canvas for the iconic N2 print. Just look at it. Need we say anymore?
