Description

The Westfield WF-400-NTCEL Artist Series Left-Handed Folk Electro-Acoustic Guitar combines traditional acoustic styling, comfortable playing proportions and versatile amplified performance in an attractive Natural Gloss finish. Designed specifically for left-handed musicians, this six-string electro-acoustic delivers a beautifully balanced sound with excellent note definition, natural resonance and expressive dynamics.

Featuring a solid wood top, mahogany laminate back and sides, a comfortable Okume neck and a traditional dovetail neck joint, the WF-400-NTCEL produces the articulate midrange and controlled bass response associated with classic folk-style acoustic guitars.

Its comfortable 000-style body, single cutaway and integrated Fishman Sonitone electronics make it particularly well suited to fingerstyle, folk, blues, country and singer-songwriter performances, both acoustically and amplified.

B-Stock Condition: This guitar is in full working order but may exhibit slight cosmetic marks or minor finish imperfections. Please note that this B-Stock example does not include a gig bag.

At A Glance

Feature Details
Brand Westfield
Model WF-400-NTCEL
Series Artist Series
Body Style Folk / 000 Auditorium Cutaway
Orientation Left-Handed
Finish Natural Gloss
Electronics Fishman Sonitone
Condition B-Stock – Full Working Order
Gig Bag Not Included

Key Features

  • Left-Handed Design: Specifically configured for left-handed musicians, offering natural playing ergonomics and comfortable access to the instrument's controls.

  • Traditional Folk Body: Comfortable 000-style acoustic design delivering a balanced sound with excellent midrange clarity.

  • Single Cutaway: Provides improved access to the upper frets for melodic playing and more intricate arrangements.

  • Solid Wood Top: Responsive soundboard construction offering natural resonance and expressive playing dynamics.

  • Mahogany Laminate Back & Sides: Contributes warmth, tonal balance and dependable durability.

  • Fishman Sonitone Electronics: Integrated pickup system for amplified acoustic performance through an amplifier or PA system.

  • Natural Gloss Finish: Attractive traditional appearance highlighting the guitar's natural wood grain.

  • 648mm Scale Length: Traditional acoustic scale providing a familiar playing feel and balanced string response.

  • Comfortable C-Shaped Okume Neck: Designed for smooth chord playing, fingerpicking and expressive acoustic techniques.

  • Graph Tech NuBone Nut & Saddle: Designed to promote consistent string response, tonal clarity and sustain.

  • Chrome Der Jung Tuning Machines: Dependable tuning hardware with traditional acoustic styling.

  • B-Stock Value: Fully working instrument with possible minor cosmetic imperfections.

Detailed Features & Benefits

Traditional Left-Handed Folk Cutaway Body Design

The Westfield WF-400-NTCEL features a traditional folk body inspired by classic 000 and auditorium-style acoustic guitars, specifically configured for left-handed players. Its comfortable proportions provide a more manageable playing experience than larger dreadnought instruments, while delivering a balanced acoustic sound with articulate midrange frequencies, clear treble and controlled bass response. The single cutaway improves access to the upper frets, giving players additional freedom for melodic arrangements, lead passages and more adventurous chord voicings. This combination of comfortable dimensions and tonal versatility makes the WF-400-NTCEL particularly appealing to fingerstyle musicians and singer-songwriters.

Solid Top & Mahogany Construction

At the heart of the WF-400-NTCEL is a solid wood soundboard designed to provide a naturally responsive and resonant acoustic voice. Its mahogany laminate back and sides complement the top by contributing warmth, tonal balance and controlled resonance. Together, these materials produce an expressive acoustic sound that responds well to delicate fingerpicking, melodic arrangements and relaxed strumming. The folk body design helps individual notes remain clear and well defined, making the guitar particularly suitable for styles that require articulation and dynamic control.

Fishman Sonitone Electronics

The WF-400-NTCEL is equipped with a Fishman Sonitone pickup system, allowing players to reproduce the instrument's acoustic character through an amplifier, mixing desk or compatible PA system. Designed for straightforward amplified performance, the integrated electronics provide a practical solution for musicians performing live or recording through external equipment. The combination of the guitar's balanced folk body and Fishman electronics makes it particularly versatile, allowing players to move easily between unplugged practice sessions and amplified performances.

Comfortable Left-Handed Neck & Cutaway

The WF-400-NTCEL features an Okume neck with a comfortable C-shaped profile, providing a familiar and accessible playing experience for left-handed musicians. Its 648mm scale length and 43mm nut width accommodate a wide variety of playing techniques, including open chords, barre chords, fingerpicking and melodic arrangements. The traditional dovetail neck joint and 14th-fret body connection combine classic acoustic construction with practical upper-fret access, while the Black Richnite fingerboard provides a smooth, durable playing surface. The addition of a single cutaway makes the guitar particularly suitable for players who regularly explore higher-register notes.

Elegant Natural Gloss Finish

The WF-400-NTCEL features an attractive Natural Gloss finish that highlights the guitar's traditional acoustic styling and natural wood grain. Its understated appearance is complemented by decorative mahogany binding, contrasting black-and-white detailing and a traditional solid headstock. These classic appointments give the guitar a refined appearance suitable for both casual playing and live performance, combining timeless acoustic aesthetics with practical modern construction.

Quality Hardware & Traditional Appointments

The Westfield WF-400-NTCEL incorporates a selection of quality components designed to enhance its overall playing experience. A Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle help provide consistent string contact and clear note definition, while chrome Der Jung tuning machines offer dependable tuning adjustment. The Black Richnite bridge and fingerboard provide durable playing surfaces, while the adjustable two-way truss rod allows neck relief to be maintained as required. These practical appointments complement the instrument's traditional design and versatile playing characteristics.

Ideal for Fingerstyle, Folk & Live Performance

Folk-style electro-acoustic guitars are particularly popular among musicians who appreciate tonal balance, comfort and clear individual note definition. The WF-400-NTCEL is well suited to left-handed players who enjoy fingerstyle, folk, acoustic blues, country, pop and singer-songwriter music. Its compact body offers an intimate acoustic character, while the integrated Fishman pickup system provides the flexibility needed for amplified performances. Whether used for songwriting at home, acoustic rehearsals or live performances, the WF-400-NTCEL offers a versatile and expressive playing experience.

B-Stock Condition Report

This Westfield WF-400-NTCEL is offered as a B-Stock instrument in full working order.

As a B-Stock model, the guitar may show slight cosmetic marks, small surface blemishes or minor finish imperfections. These do not affect its stated working condition.

B-Stock instruments represent an excellent opportunity to purchase a quality left-handed electro-acoustic guitar at an attractive price where minor cosmetic imperfections are not a concern.

What's Included

  • Westfield WF-400-NTCEL Artist Series Left-Handed Folk Electro-Acoustic Guitar – Natural Gloss

Please Note: This B-Stock guitar is supplied without a gig bag.

Service & Setup

This Westfield WF-400-NTCEL is confirmed to be in full working order. As with any acoustic guitar, individual playing preferences may require minor adjustments to string action or setup. Guitar setups can change over time due to humidity, temperature and other environmental conditions.

Warranty, Returns, Delivery & Collection

Warranty & Returns: This B-Stock guitar is sold subject to Fair Deal Music's applicable warranty and returns terms. Please refer to our current policies for further information.

UK Delivery: Delivery options and charges are available at checkout.

In-Store Collection: Available for collection from Fair Deal Music, 79–83 Holloway Head, Birmingham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Westfield WF-400-NTCEL a left-handed guitar?

Yes. The WF-400-NTCEL is specifically designed for left-handed musicians, featuring a left-handed body configuration and string arrangement for comfortable, natural playing.

Is the Westfield WF-400-NTCEL suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its comfortable folk body, approachable neck profile and versatile acoustic sound make it a suitable option for left-handed beginners. Its solid-top construction, cutaway design and Fishman electronics also provide useful features for more experienced musicians.

What does B-Stock mean?

B-Stock indicates that the guitar may have minor cosmetic imperfections or signs of handling. This particular example is in full working order but may exhibit slight cosmetic marks.

Does this guitar come with a gig bag?

No. This particular B-Stock Westfield WF-400-NTCEL does not include a gig bag.

Can the Westfield WF-400-NTCEL be plugged into an amplifier?

Yes. The WF-400-NTCEL features Fishman Sonitone electronics, allowing it to be connected to an acoustic amplifier, mixing desk or compatible PA system using a standard instrument cable.

Does the Westfield WF-400-NTCEL have a solid top?

Yes. The Westfield WF-400 Artist Series features a solid wood soundboard, designed to provide natural resonance and responsive acoustic performance.

What styles of music is this guitar best suited to?

The WF-400-NTCEL is particularly well suited to folk, fingerstyle, acoustic blues, country, acoustic pop and singer-songwriter music. Its comfortable folk body offers excellent note definition, while the onboard Fishman electronics make it equally practical for amplified performance.

What is the advantage of a folk-style acoustic guitar?

Folk-style acoustic guitars typically feature more compact bodies than traditional dreadnoughts, making them comfortable to hold and play. They offer a balanced tonal response with controlled bass frequencies, articulate midrange and excellent clarity for individual notes, making them particularly appealing to fingerstyle musicians.

What is the benefit of the cutaway body design?

The cutaway provides improved access to the upper frets, making it easier to play higher-register melodies, lead passages and extended chord voicings. This is particularly useful for musicians who combine traditional acoustic accompaniment with more intricate fingerstyle or melodic playing.

What is the difference between the WF-400-NTCEL and WF-400-NTCE?

Both models belong to the Westfield Artist Series and feature a folk-style cutaway body, Natural Gloss finish and Fishman electronics. The main difference is their playing orientation: the WF-400-NTCEL is designed for left-handed musicians, while the WF-400-NTCE is the standard right-handed version.

How does the WF-400-NTCEL compare with a dreadnought acoustic guitar?

The WF-400-NTCEL features a smaller folk-style body that produces a more focused and balanced acoustic sound than a traditional dreadnought. While dreadnought guitars are particularly popular for powerful strumming and strong bass projection, folk-style models are often preferred for their comfortable proportions, individual note clarity and suitability for fingerstyle playing.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Brand Westfield
Model WF-400-NTCEL
Series Artist Series
Instrument Type Steel-String Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Orientation Left-Handed
Body Shape Folk / 000 Auditorium Cutaway
Finish Natural Gloss
Top Construction Solid Wood
Back & Sides Mahogany Laminate
Top Binding Mahogany with Black/White 5-Line Detail
Back & Side Binding Mahogany
Bridge Plate Solid Alder, 3mm
Bracing Spruce
Neck Material Okume
Neck Profile C-Shape
Neck Joint Dovetail
Neck Joins Body 14th Fret
Scale Length 648mm
Fingerboard Black Richnite (HPL)
Fingerboard Binding Ivory ABS
Number of Frets 20
Nut Graph Tech NuBone
Nut Width 43mm
Saddle Graph Tech NuBone
Bridge Black Richnite (HPL)
Headstock Westfield Solid Design
Headstock Veneer Mahogany
Headstock Logo Mother of Pearl
Tuning Machines Chrome Der Jung DJ233C-P8R
Truss Rod Two-Way, Soundhole Adjustment
Bridge Pins Black ABS with White Dots
Electronics Fishman Sonitone OEM-SON-GT3
Strings 6
Upper Bout Width 276mm
Lower Bout Width 381mm
Waist Width 230mm
Body Depth 92–102mm
Body Length 473mm
Overall Length 984mm
Condition B-Stock, Full Working Order
Gig Bag Not Included

Good to Know

How long is the warranty period?

For new products, you will get the full manufacturer warranty. For our second-hand products, we will cover any fault within 4 weeks of the purchase of any guitar. For pianos, that will be extended to 3 months.

What is the estimated delivery time?

We use the 24hr delivery in UK mainlands if it can be delivered by post. For Scotland and Wales, it depends on the area and the distance from our warehouse, but our aim is to get you order to your hands as soon as possible.

For products that cannot be posted, we will arrange the delivery with you to suit your schedule and deliver it to you

Do you offer international shipping?

We usually can ship instruments worldwide. Please get in touch to get a quote

What is the maintinance on your USED products?
  • Guitars: Every guitar will be setup to a high playing standard before shipping. The electronics are checked and if there is any issue with guitar, it will be fixed.
  • Pianos: Every piano is fully tested to make sure it's fully functional, cleaned, and if it's digital, a facroty reset is performed.
Do you offer assembly and installation?

We offer installation and assembly for pianos, drum kits, or any products that require it for and extra charge. Please get in touch so we can provide you with a quote.

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