WASHBURN

For more than 135 years, Washburn has been committed to providing instruments of the highest quality. Its journey begins in Chicago in 1883, when George Washburn started a legacy of excellence with the first Washburn string instruments, offering quality instruments at an affordable price for home musicians. In 1889, Washburn became the largest manufacturer of mandolins in America. In the early 20th century, Washburn continued to lead the way with quality guitars, banjos, and mandolins. In 1912, Washburn introduced the Lakeside Jumbo, the first dreadnought guitar. In 1930, Washburn merged with Tonk Brothers and launched the Solo Deluxe, the precursor to the auditorium-style guitar and one of the best-selling guitars ever made.