I've just picked up a sunburst 1980 A-20V in a trade - a real diversion in style from the other type of guitars I own but, strangely, as a 68 year old musician playing in a blues band, its shape has really appealed to me for some time. This one has a lovely figured flame maple top and the quality is superb. I am a great fan of early Japanese builds. I own three 40+ year old vintage Yamaha guitars and they are amazing. This Washburn has had a pair of Tim Shaw PAF humbuckers fitted at some stage so the sound is fabulous. There was a little adjustment needed to the truss rod as it had some bow in the neck but it now has the best action of any of the guitars I own. The V profile neck turned out to be great to play despite my early misgivings - your hand just seems to rest 'right' no matter what you're playing! But the build quality - ebony fingerboard, through neck (it sustains for months!), Ash body, maple cap, brass nut - it's amazing to me that this guitar isn't more sought after!

I own an original 1980's A20V. Figured maple top and in excellent condition with only a small ding or two. Original hard shell case too. Awesome guitar, some of the best quality guitars made. And that amazing V-shaped neck profile.

Had an 82 brand new,and traded it foolishly. Just bought an 80,could not be happier! Great guitars.

I have several washburns from the 80's - the sound, feel ,quality and materials used are much better than many new guitars that cost 1000.00 up - played a 2300.00 dean - I wouldn't trade my g10v or my a20v washburn - love these guitars! - one day the price will match the quality - right now you can find at a fair price, but hard to find