Description
The Ibanez B200, a throwback five-string banjo that delivers timeless tone and playability. After a 30-year hiatus, Ibanez has revived their legacy of crafting premium banjos, once collaborating with the legendary Earl Scruggs himself. The B200 banjo brings that heritage to today’s musician, with a basswood rim, rolled brass tone ring and mahogany resonator. Its fast-playing mahogany neck and pearl fretboard provide a familiar feel for guitarists. The Ibanez B200 lets you tap into nostalgic twang at an price that won’t break the bank.
Vintage-Inspired Components Provide Classic Tone
The B200 banjo features a basswood rim with a 24-lug configuration and a rolled brass tone ring, which work together to produce a warm, crisp tone reminiscent of banjos from a bygone era. Its sapele mahogany resonator enhances projection and sustain. Chrome tuners provide rock-solid intonation while maintaining a retro aesthetic.
Fast-Playing Neck Suits Guitarists and Beginners
Ibanez leveraged their expertise crafting guitars to design the B200’s fast-playing mahogany neck. Its slim nut width and medium fretboard radius feel instantly familiar to guitarists and make the banjo more accessible to beginners. An attractive pearl fretboard inlay adds a traditional touch. The cutaway provides easy access to higher frets for soloing.
Neck Dimensions
- Scale: 670mm
- Width at Nut: 32mm
- Width at joint: 46mm
- Thickness at 1st: 21mm
- Neck thickness at 7th: 22mm
- Radius: Flat
Body Dimensions
- Length: 14"
- Width: 14"
- Max Depth: 4-5/16"
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