The Washburn B11 5-string banjo pumps out the volume and tone you expect from a quality banjo. Its mahogany resonator back gives you the volume and projection you need to be heard in any setting. A smooth-playing mahogany neck with a bound rosewood 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 at a great price, you want the Washburn B11 resonator-backed 5-string banjo.

Washburn B11 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 B11 5-string banjo gives you the punchy, plucky banjo sound you want. The mahogany resonator not only looks good but increases the volume and projection of your banjo. Let your fingers fly across the bound rosewood fretboard and comfortable mahogany neck. The resonator-backed Washburn B11 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 B11's mahogany 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 traditional tone ring gives your sound extra punch, volume, and tone.

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.

Features:

General

• Model: B11K
• Series: Americana series

Body

• Shape: 5 string
• Top: Remo
• Body material: mahogany

Neck

• Material: mahogany
• Fretboard: rosewood
• Inlays: dots
• Nut: ABS
• Nut width: 31 mm, 1.22"
• Scale: 26.35 in.

Electronics

• Preamp system: n/a

Hardware

• Bridge: maple with ebony tip
• Tuners: chrome diecast

Other

• Strings: D'addario j60+ light gauge nickel
• Case: BC82- case
• Additional info: mahogany resonator and rim, one-piece flange with peanut style hole, 11" die-cast tension hoop, rolled brass tone ring, traditional style tailpiece, chrome armrest and geared 5th string planetary tuner