5-string Acoustic-electric Banjo with Mahogany Body, Mahogany Neck, Walnut Fingerboard, and 1 Fishman Banjo Pickup - Natural

Known for their vibrant tones, open-back banjos have been a staple for bluegrass and folk players alike since the inception of the genres. The Fender Paramount PB-180E Banjo is perfect for the player looking for a traditional styled banjo with functional modern appointments. This model features a mahogany rim and neck with a Remo Fiberskyn® head, and comes equipped with proprietary Fishman® electronics to amplify your sound. Whether you're just starting out or an experienced player, this banjo is a perfect addition.

Other features include a comfortable neck profile, walnut fingerboard with snowflake inlays, arm rest, genuine bone nut, and gig bag.

Fender PB-180E Banjo Features:

• Beautiful tonewood sound thanks to laminated mahogany back and sides
• C-shaped and satin-finished mahogany neck is extremely comfortable to play
• Responsive flat walnut fingerboard features 22 frets with snowflake inlays and ivoroid binding
• 11-inch Remo Fiberskyn Weatherking head and nickel hoop offer fantastic traditional resonant sound
• Fishman Implant banjo pickup gives you the plugged-in presence you need for larger shows
• Maple/ebony bridge, natural bone nut, and chrome die-cast tuners provide excellent intonation
• Comfortable large bevel armrest make longer shows and sessions less of a burden
• Comes equipped with a set of D’Addario EJ61 nickel-plated steel banjo strings (.010 - .023)
• Includes a protective travelling gig bag

Product Specifications.

• Series: Paramount

• Orientation: Right-Hand

• Color: Natural

• Country of Origin: China

• Neck Material: Mahogany

• Neck Finish: Satin

• Neck Shape: "C" Shape

• Neck Construction: Bolt-On

• Fingerboard Radius: Flat

• Fingerboard Material: Walnut

• Position Inlays: Snowflake

• Number of Frets: 22

• Truss Rod: Standard

• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex

• String Nut: Bone

• Nut Width: 1.18" (30 mm)

• Nut Material: Bone

• Body Material: Laminated Mahogany

• Body Finish: Satin

• Body Shape: Banjo

• Arm Rest: Chrome

• Tone Ring: Copper Alloy

• Rim Material: Multi-Ply Mahogany

• Bridge Material: Maple/Ebony

• Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Traditional Banjo Tailpiece

• Hardware Finish: Nickel

• Tuning Machines: Chrome Die-Cast with Pearl Buttons

• Strings: D'Addario® EJ61 Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.023 Gauges)

• Coordinator Rods: Single

• Head: 11" Remo Fiberskyn®

• Hooks: 24

• Special Electronics: Fishman® Implant Banjo Pickup

• Dimensions: 5.00 x 16.00 x 41.00 in

• Shipping Weight: 10.20 lb

• Fret Size: 2 mm

• Scale Length: 26.4" (671 mm)

• Shipping Length: 41.00 in

• Shipping Height: 5.00 in

• Shipping Width: 16.00 in