Westfield WP-400-NTE Artist Series Parlour Electro-Acoustic Guitar Natural Gloss (B-Stock)

The Westfield WP-400-NTE Artist Series Parlour Electro-Acoustic Guitar combines traditional acoustic styling, comfortable compact proportions and versatile amplified performance in an attractive Natural Gloss finish. Designed for musicians who appreciate vintage-inspired character, expressive playability and a focused acoustic sound, this six-string guitar delivers excellent note definition, warm resonance and impressive tonal clarity.

Featuring a solid wood top, mahogany laminate back and sides, a comfortable Okume neck and a traditional 12th-fret dovetail neck joint, the WP-400-NTE offers the distinctive tonal character associated with classic parlour acoustic guitars.

Equipped with Fishman Sonitone electronics, this electro-acoustic model offers the additional flexibility of amplified performance, making it particularly well suited to fingerstyle, acoustic blues, folk, country and singer-songwriter music.

Its compact parlour body, comfortable short-scale neck and traditional slotted headstock make it an appealing option for beginners and experienced acoustic guitarists alike.

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	WP-400-NTE
Series	Artist Series
Body Style	Parlour
Instrument Type	Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Finish	Natural Gloss
Electronics	Fishman Sonitone
Condition	B-Stock – Full Working Order
Gig Bag	Not Included

Key Features

• Traditional Parlour Body: Compact acoustic design delivering a focused sound with excellent midrange clarity and comfortable playing proportions.

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

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

• Fishman Sonitone Electronics: Integrated pickup and preamp system allowing convenient connection to an acoustic amplifier, mixer or PA system.

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

• 630mm Short Scale Length: Comfortable playing feel with slightly reduced string tension compared with longer-scale acoustics using the same strings and tuning.

• 12th-Fret Dovetail Neck Joint: Traditional construction contributing to the guitar's distinctive parlour character.

• Comfortable Okume Neck: Designed for relaxed chord playing, fingerpicking and expressive acoustic techniques.

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

• Traditional Slotted Headstock: Vintage-inspired styling complemented by chrome Der Jung tuning machines.

• Black Richnite Fingerboard: Durable playing surface offering a smooth, comfortable feel.

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

Detailed Features & Benefits

Traditional Parlour Body Design

The Westfield WP-400-NTE features a traditional parlour body inspired by the compact acoustic guitars associated with early blues, folk and roots music. Its smaller dimensions and narrow waist provide a comfortable playing experience, particularly for musicians who prefer something less cumbersome than a full-sized dreadnought. The body produces a focused, midrange-rich acoustic sound with excellent individual note clarity and a naturally controlled bass response, making it particularly effective for fingerstyle arrangements, acoustic blues and intimate performances. Its compact construction also makes it a practical choice for comfortable playing at home or during extended songwriting sessions.

Solid Top & Mahogany Construction

At the heart of the WP-400-NTE is a solid wood soundboard designed to deliver a naturally responsive and resonant acoustic voice. The mahogany laminate back and sides complement the solid top by contributing warmth, tonal balance and controlled resonance. Together, these materials produce an articulate acoustic sound that responds particularly well to delicate fingerpicking, expressive blues phrasing and relaxed strumming. The combination of solid-top construction and traditional acoustic design allows individual notes to remain clear and defined, making this an appealing instrument for musicians who appreciate detailed, expressive playing.

Fishman Sonitone Electronics

The WP-400-NTE is equipped with a Fishman Sonitone pickup system, allowing players to reproduce the guitar's natural acoustic character through an amplifier, mixing desk or compatible PA system. The system features discreet soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls, providing convenient adjustment without interrupting the instrument's traditional appearance. This integrated electronics system makes the WP-400-NTE particularly versatile, allowing musicians to enjoy the intimate sound of a parlour guitar during unplugged practice while retaining the flexibility needed for live performances, rehearsals and amplified acoustic sessions.

Comfortable Short-Scale Neck

The WP-400-NTE features an Okume neck with a comfortable 630mm scale length, 43mm nut width and traditional 12th-fret body connection. This shorter scale provides a relaxed playing feel, particularly appealing to musicians who favour intricate fingerstyle arrangements or expressive acoustic blues techniques. The Black Richnite fingerboard offers a smooth, durable playing surface, while the traditional dovetail neck joint provides a solid connection between the neck and body. These features combine to create an accessible and comfortable playing experience for guitarists of varying abilities.

Classic Natural Gloss Finish

The WP-400-NTE features an attractive Natural Gloss finish that highlights the guitar's traditional acoustic styling and natural wood grain. Its elegant appearance is complemented by decorative mahogany binding, contrasting black-and-white detailing and a distinctive slotted headstock. These traditional appointments reinforce the instrument's vintage-inspired character, while the discreetly integrated Fishman electronics preserve its classic visual appeal. The result is an attractive electro-acoustic guitar that combines old-school styling with practical modern performance features.

Quality Hardware & Traditional Appointments

The Westfield WP-400-NTE 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 thoughtful appointments combine traditional acoustic craftsmanship with modern materials and practical functionality.

Ideal for Fingerstyle, Blues & Live Performance

Parlour guitars have long been favoured by musicians who appreciate an intimate, responsive acoustic sound. The WP-400-NTE is particularly well suited to fingerpicking, country blues, folk and singer-songwriter styles, where its focused midrange and excellent individual note definition allow subtle playing dynamics to shine through. The addition of Fishman electronics makes it particularly practical for musicians who perform live or regularly use amplification. Whether used for relaxed playing at home, acoustic songwriting sessions or intimate live performances, the WP-400-NTE offers a versatile and expressive playing experience.

B-Stock Condition Report

This Westfield WP-400-NTE 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 electro-acoustic guitar at an attractive price where minor cosmetic imperfections are not a concern.

What's Included

• Westfield WP-400-NTE Artist Series Parlour Electro-Acoustic Guitar – Natural Gloss

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

Service & Setup

This Westfield WP-400-NTE 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 WP-400-NTE suitable for beginners?

Yes. The WP-400-NTE is suitable for beginners seeking a comfortable, compact electro-acoustic guitar. Its shorter scale length and manageable body dimensions make it particularly appealing to developing musicians, while its solid-top construction and Fishman electronics provide useful features for more experienced players.

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 WP-400-NTE does not include a gig bag.

Can the Westfield WP-400-NTE be plugged into an amplifier?

Yes. The WP-400-NTE 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 WP-400-NTE have a solid top?

Yes. The Westfield WP-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 WP-400-NTE is particularly well suited to acoustic blues, folk, fingerstyle, country and singer-songwriter music. Its compact parlour body produces a focused acoustic sound with excellent note definition, while the Fishman electronics make it practical for amplified performance.

What is the advantage of a parlour electro-acoustic guitar?

A parlour electro-acoustic combines the compact, comfortable proportions and focused sound of a traditional parlour guitar with the ability to connect directly to an amplifier or PA system. This makes it particularly versatile for musicians who enjoy fingerstyle and acoustic blues but also need amplified performance capabilities.

Does the Westfield WP-400-NTE have a cutaway?

No. The WP-400-NTE features a traditional non-cutaway parlour body, preserving the classic appearance and construction associated with vintage acoustic guitars.

What is the difference between the WP-400-NTE and WP-400-NT?

Both models belong to the Westfield WP-400 Artist Series and feature the same traditional parlour body design and Natural Gloss finish. The primary difference is the electronics: the WP-400-NTE features an integrated Fishman Sonitone pickup system for amplified performance, while the WP-400-NT is a traditional acoustic guitar without built-in electronics.

How does the WP-400-NTE compare with a dreadnought electro-acoustic guitar?

The WP-400-NTE features a compact parlour body that produces a more focused and intimate acoustic sound than a traditional dreadnought. While dreadnought guitars are particularly popular for powerful strumming and strong bass projection, parlour guitars are often preferred for their comfortable proportions, excellent individual note clarity and suitability for fingerstyle playing. The WP-400-NTE also provides the flexibility of amplified performance through its integrated Fishman electronics.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Westfield
Model	WP-400-NTE
Series	Artist Series
Instrument Type	Steel-String Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Body Shape	Parlour
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 Joint	Dovetail
Neck Joins Body	12th Fret
Scale Length	630mm
Fingerboard	Black Richnite (HPL)
Fingerboard Binding	Ivory ABS
Number of Frets	18
Nut	Graph Tech NuBone
Nut Width	43mm
Saddle	Graph Tech NuBone
Bridge	Black Richnite (HPL)
Headstock	Westfield Slotted 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-GT2
Pickup Controls	Volume & Tone
String Configuration	6-String
Upper Bout Width	256mm
Lower Bout Width	367mm
Waist Width	218mm
Body Depth	89–99mm
Body Length	492mm
Overall Length	967mm
Condition	B-Stock, Full Working Order
Gig Bag	Not Included