Washburn N2 (1996 30 years and counting )

For sale my 1996 Washburn N2, the classic Nuno Bettencourt signature model, in excellent condition for its age. Very well cared for, with just 2 upgrades, fully ready to play.

I also own a Washburn N4 (visible in the photos) and can confidently say that the build quality of this N2 is exceptional, well above what is usually found in this model.

Overall condition

• Excellent overall condition
• Frets show very little wear, no grooves or flat spots
• No rust or corrosion on hardware or metal parts
• Body is free of deep dings or cracks; only very light, barely noticeable surface marks
• Always kept in a gig bag
• Photos accurately show the cosmetic condition and details

Pickups & electronics

• Superstrat H–H configuration
• • Bridge: Original 1990s Bill Lawrence L500 (classic N2 & N4 tone: powerful, clear, ideal for rock/metal)
  • Neck: Ibanez V7 (DiMarzio), a clear upgrade over the stock pickup, with better definition for clean and crunch tones
• Push-pull volume pot for coil split
• • Adds great versatility, from aggressive humbuckers to bright single-coil tones

Hardware

• Floyd Rose Washburn 600S, it's a Takeuchi Made in Japan
• • Very stable, excellent tuning stability even with heavy tremolo use
• Tuners Grover and overall hardware in very good condition, no oxidation

Included

• Soft gig bag included
• Carefully packed and protected for shipping

Ideal guitar if you’re looking for a 1990s Washburn N2, exceptionally well preserved, featuring MIJ hardware, original Bill Lawrence pickup, and a real upgrade in the neck position—perfect for stage, studio, or as a main instrument.