Washburn Americana B17 5-string Resonator Banjo - Tobacco Sunburst

Description

Washburn has been making banjos since the 1880s, and the Washburn B17 5-string banjo is the culmination of all that experience poured into a single instrument. Its flame maple resonator back gives you the volume and projection you need to be heard in any setting. A smooth-playing maple neck with a bound ebony fretboard is effortless to play from the first fret to the last fret. The genuine Remo head combined with the ebony-topped maple bridge deliver the bright and punchy sound you want. When you want killer banjo tones with premium appointments, the Washburn B17 resonator-backed 5-string banjo is the instrument you need.
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Washburn Americana B17 5-string Resonator Banjo - Tobacco Sunburst
5-string Resonator Back Banjo with Flame Maple Resonator, Maple Neck, Bell Brass Tone Ring, Planetary Tuners, Ebony Fretboard, and Hard Case - Sunburst
Washburn has been making banjos since the 1880s, and the Washburn B17 5-string banjo is the culmination of all that experience poured into a single instrument. Its flame maple resonator back gives you the volume and projection you need to be heard in any setting. A smooth-playing maple neck with a bound ebony fretboard is effortless to play from the first fret to the last fret. The genuine Remo head combined with the ebony-topped maple bridge deliver the bright and punchy sound you want. When you want killer banjo tones with premium appointments, the Washburn B17 resonator-backed 5-string banjo is the instrument you need.
Washburn B17 Resonator-backed 5-string Banjo at a Glance:
Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone
Resonator-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones
Washburn has been producing fretted instruments since 1883
Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone
Thanks to the use of traditional tonewoods and design, the Washburn B17 5-string banjo gives you the punchy, plucky banjo sound you want. The flame maple resonator not only looks good but increases the volume and projection of your banjo. Let your fingers fly across the bound ebony fretboard and comfortable maple neck. The resonator-backed Washburn B17 5-string banjo gives you great tone and feel at an affordable price.
Resonator-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones
If you want that traditional bluegrass sound, then you want a banjo with a resonator. The Washburn B17's flame maple resonator gives you a brighter tone and great projection associated with bluegrass. Combine this with the Remo head and the ebony-topped maple bridge, and you have an instrument ready for any gig or jam session. The bell brass tone ring gives your sound extra punch, volume, and tone. Quality planetary tuners give you rock-solid tuning every time.
Washburn has been producing fretted instruments since 1883
With humble beginnings in Chicago dating back to the 1880s, Washburn is an American institution in musical instrument manufacturing. From guitars to mandolins, banjos, ukuleles, and more, Washburn has long been a recognized and cherished brand among musicians. Many of the biggest names in folk, blues, and rock 'n' roll have played these well-crafted, quality instruments. Washburn combines quality construction with premium materials to deliver an instrument that's ready to perform on any stage. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to find out more about this iconic brand.
Washburn B17 Resonator-backed 5-string Banjo Features:
Solid 5-string banjo for players of all levels
Delivers classic bluegrass banjo tones
Gold hardware, deluxe inlays, and engraved armrest
Flame maple resonator for increased volume and projection
Remo banjo head and ebony-topped maple bridge for crisp tone
Planetary tuners for precise tuning
Bell brass tone ring delivers big tone
Maple neck with bound ebony fretboard
Includes hard case
Get the banjo tone you have been looking for with Washburn's B17 5-string banjo!
Specification
Detail
Type
Acoustic
String Type
Steel
Number of Strings
5
Body Style
Resonator
Color
Sunburst
Finish
Gloss
Top Material
Remo Banjo head
Body Material
Flamed Maple
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay
Deluxe Pearloid
Number of Frets
22
Scale Length
26.35"
Nut Material
ABS
Nut Width
1.25"
Bridge Material
Maple with Ebony tip
Tuners
Planetary Gold
Hardware
Gold
Strings
D'Addario, .009-.020
Case Included
Hardshell Case
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