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Barnes & Mullins Empress 5-String Banjo

BJ500BW - RRP $1,699.00
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  1. Colour: Remo Vellum
  2. Fretboard: Other
  3. Back & Sides: Burl Walnut
  4. Guitar top: Remo Vellum
  • Unique and striking burl walnut resonator
  • Closed back for authentic bluegrass tone
  • Genuine Remo Vellum head for clear sound
  • Low action and quick neck for easy playability
  • Geared machine heads for stable tuning
  • Rolled brass tone ring enhances volume and projection
  • 24 chrome brackets for durability and style

Named after the tragic ‘Empress of Ireland’ ocean liner, the Barnes & Mullins BJ500BW ‘Empress’ 5 string banjo combines outstanding quality with a unique and striking appearance. A low action and quick neck make this banjo a joy to play. It features a closed back burl walnut resonator to deliver an authentic, punchy bluegrass tone with a genuine Remo Vellum head. Geared machine heads ensure improved tuning stability. The BJ500BW also features a rolled brass tone ring to improve the volume and projection of the instrument.

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Neck: Walnut
  • Resonator: Burl Walnut
  • Fingerboard: Ovangkol
  • Rim: Stained Maple Laminate
  • Tone Ring: Rolled Brass
  • Brackets: 24
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Head: Remo Vellum
  • Machineheads: Geared, Planetary Style

Please Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.

More Information
Brand Barnes & Mullins
Guitar type Banjo
Body shape Travel
# strings? 5-string
Series Empress
Model Empress 5-String Banjo
Acoustic Guitar Pickup No
Guitar top Remo Vellum
Fretboard Other
Colour Remo Vellum
Left or Right? Right
Back & Sides Burl Walnut
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