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A low action and quick neck make this banjo a joy to play. It features a closed back mahogany resonator to deliver an authentic, punchy bluegrass tone with a genuine Remo black banjo head. Geared machine heads ensure improved tuning stability. The BJ400 also features a rolled brass tone ring to improve the volume and projection of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a break from tradition, this Rathbone model is equipped with a Humbucking pickup beneath the Remo head, the volume from which is controllable from a single knob on the side of the instrument. 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F-Hole style mandolins are historically favoured for bluegrass music, as they are considered to have more ‘cut-through’ in a ensemble situation, allowing themselves to be heard more easily above other acoustic instruments. This instrument is constructed using carefully selected solid woods including a solid Mahogany top, with solid Maple back and sides. Beautifully finished in a traditional style with a scroll top, the BM650 has an F hole either side of the Rosewood bridge. 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Named after the monthly magazine published by Barnes \u0026amp; Mullins in 1895, the BJ500M ‘Troubadour’ 5 string banjo combines outstanding quality with a unique and striking appearance. This 5 string banjo features an ‘antique’ appearance with a patterned tone ring and flange. A low action and quick neck make this banjo a joy to play. It features a stunning closed back burl maple resonator, which delivers an authentic, punchy bluegrass tone that sounds as great as this banjo looks. The resonator is matched by a hard maple neck and maple laminate rim. Geared machine heads ensure improved tuning stability. The BJ500M also features a rolled brass tone ring to improve the volume and projection of the instrument. 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The UBJ1 is scaled and strung as a Ukulele, the result of which is an unmistakably ‘Ukulele Banjo’ in both tone, feel and appearance. It features a Mahogany resonator with a Remo 8″ weatherking coated head, offering both unique looks and sound. With a gorgeous antique stain gloss finish, a no-knot style tailpiece and an 18 fret Ovangkol fingerboard with dot inlays, this stylish instrument will make you stand out on any stage. Other features include open gear tuners with chrome buttons, a Maple bridge with a Ovangkol tip and a Mahogany neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonator: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Ovangkol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone Rim: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrackets: 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Maple with Ovangkol Tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: Remo Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Dot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Heads: Open Gear with Chrome Buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842348368114,"sku":"930034009941","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bubj1_banjoukefront__94052.1588031916.1280.1280.png?v=1764009820"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-piercy-mandolin","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins Piercy Mandolin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA superb scroll top mandolin named in honour of the ''Piercy'' sisters to whom Bowley Barnes and Albert Mullins were married. Historically favoured for bluegrass music, this BM700 scroll-top has a soundhole in place of the F-holes usually found on most other scroll-top mandolins. This soundhole lends a broader tonal range to the player, with a more complete sound across the spectrum. 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The 4 string tenor banjo has long been associated with Irish and Celtic music, and the BJ304GT is the perfect instrument for this genre. A low action and quick neck make this banjo a joy to play. It features a closed back mahogany resonator to deliver an authentic, punchy tone with a genuine Remo Vellum head. Geared machine heads ensure improved tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonator: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Ovangkol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim: Aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrackets: 30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: Remo Vellum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachineheads: Geared\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842348433650,"sku":"930034009931","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bj304gt__29066.1587953250.1280.1280.png?v=1764009822"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-empress-5-string-banjo","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins Empress 5-String Banjo","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamed after the tragic ‘Empress of Ireland’ ocean liner, the Barnes \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonator: Burl Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Ovangkol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim: Stained Maple Laminate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone Ring: Rolled Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrackets: 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: Remo Vellum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachineheads: Geared, Planetary Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842348466418,"sku":"930034009935","price":1425.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bj500bw__05567.1587958114.1280.1280.png?v=1764009823"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-bmuk5c","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins BMUK5C Concert Ukulele - Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eTruly stunning ukulele in high gloss Walnut finish. Visually attractive with a durable high gloss finish, a comfortable 'arm carve' and a very pleasing tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Concert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop, Back \u0026amp; Sides: Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Heads: Black Die-Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural High Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Aquila Nylgut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBARNES \u0026amp; MULLINS ORIGINS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. Bowley Barnes started “The Jo”, their famous musical instrument journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in all things banjo, they soon began manufacturing their own banjos as well as importing many other instruments. The original Barnes and Mullins banjos are still sought after today, with collectors seeking them out all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSadly in 1914 at the age of 40, Albert Mullins drowned when the ‘Empress of Ireland’ sank on the St Lawrence River. He was on the home leg of a 2 year sales trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowley Barnes continued the business thereafter, and what he had started with his partner years earlier in Bournemouth now moved to Rathbone Place, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Mark Barnes – son of Bowley Barnes – moved the business to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Sadly in 1986, Mark Barnes died. He was greatly admired and respected by employees and customers alike who were quick to tell of his fair and generous nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, Bruce Perrin – a Director since 1986 – became Managing Director and moved the business from London to the current location – Grays Inn House – a modern 46000sqft warehouse and office facility in Oswestry, Shropshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Perrin says “We are excited about the future and are constantly looking at ways to innovate and evolve, yet Barnes and Mullins has always endeavoured to put the customer at the top of its priority list”.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842386116850,"sku":"930034010050","price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bmuk5c__08643.1606287538.1280.1280.png?v=1764009956"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-bmuk9t","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins BMUK9T Tenor Ukulele - Spalted Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Stock photo shown, timber grain \/ pattern will vary with each product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpressive Spalt Maple gives these ukuleles a unique presence, a comfortable 'arm-carve', and a very pleasing tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Tenor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop, Back \u0026amp; Sides: Spalt Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Heads: Black Die-Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Aquila Nylgut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBARNES \u0026amp; MULLINS ORIGINS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. Bowley Barnes started “The Jo”, their famous musical instrument journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in all things banjo, they soon began manufacturing their own banjos as well as importing many other instruments. The original Barnes and Mullins banjos are still sought after today, with collectors seeking them out all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSadly in 1914 at the age of 40, Albert Mullins drowned when the ‘Empress of Ireland’ sank on the St Lawrence River. He was on the home leg of a 2 year sales trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowley Barnes continued the business thereafter, and what he had started with his partner years earlier in Bournemouth now moved to Rathbone Place, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Mark Barnes – son of Bowley Barnes – moved the business to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Sadly in 1986, Mark Barnes died. He was greatly admired and respected by employees and customers alike who were quick to tell of his fair and generous nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, Bruce Perrin – a Director since 1986 – became Managing Director and moved the business from London to the current location – Grays Inn House – a modern 46000sqft warehouse and office facility in Oswestry, Shropshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Perrin says “We are excited about the future and are constantly looking at ways to innovate and evolve, yet Barnes and Mullins has always endeavoured to put the customer at the top of its priority list”.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842386149618,"sku":"930034010061","price":289.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bmuk9t__47776.1606312072.1280.1280.png?v=1764009957"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-bmuk6t","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins BMUK6T Solid-top Tenor Ukulele - Spruce \/ Mahogany","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombining a satin solid Spruce top with Mahogany back and sides gives this uke a warm tone with plenty of projection. High quality build with pearloid rosette and inlays making this a very attractive looking and sounding instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Tenor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: Solid Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Heads: Black Die-Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Aquila Nylgut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBARNES \u0026amp; MULLINS ORIGINS\u003cbr\u003eIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. Bowley Barnes started “The Jo”, their famous musical instrument journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in all things banjo, they soon began manufacturing their own banjos as well as importing many other instruments. The original Barnes and Mullins banjos are still sought after today, with collectors seeking them out all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSadly in 1914 at the age of 40, Albert Mullins drowned when the ‘Empress of Ireland’ sank on the St Lawrence River. He was on the home leg of a 2 year sales trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowley Barnes continued the business thereafter, and what he had started with his partner years earlier in Bournemouth now moved to Rathbone Place, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Mark Barnes – son of Bowley Barnes – moved the business to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Sadly in 1986, Mark Barnes died. He was greatly admired and respected by employees and customers alike who were quick to tell of his fair and generous nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, Bruce Perrin – a Director since 1986 – became Managing Director and moved the business from London to the current location – Grays Inn House – a modern 46000sqft warehouse and office facility in Oswestry, Shropshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Perrin says “We are excited about the future and are constantly looking at ways to innovate and evolve, yet Barnes and Mullins has always endeavoured to put the customer at the top of its priority list”.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47842386182386,"sku":"930034010054","price":235.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6363\/5698\/files\/bmuk6t__21310.1606312091.1280.1280.png?v=1764009958"},{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-bmuk7ce","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins BMUK7CE Concert Ukulele w\/Pickup - Koa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Stock photo shown, wood grain \/ pattern may vary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruly stunning ukulele in Koa. A visually attractive ukulele with a lovely Koa top. Note the grain of Koa is as individual as a fingerprint; no two ukes are identical. Grain and colour will vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Concert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop, Back \u0026amp; Sides: Koa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Heads: Black Die-Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp: Barnes \u0026amp; Mullins UK-300T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Aquila Nylgut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBARNES \u0026amp; MULLINS ORIGINS\u003cbr\u003eIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. 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It was during the late 19th century that Albert Mullins and S Bowley Barnes first met in the town of Wimborne and formed the friendship upon which the next few decades of performance and business would be founded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Barnes \u0026amp; Mullins Wimborne Mandolin is a traditional A-Style, 8 string instrument with a solid Spruce top, Ebony bridge and Maple back and sides. Offering both great sound and looks, this natural finish folk instrument features two ‘F’ sound holes, a Ovangkol fingerboard with mother of pearl dot inlays and an engraved tailpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop: Solid Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Solid Maple\u003cbr\u003eNeck: Maple\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard: Ovangkol\u003cbr\u003eFrets: 20\u003cbr\u003eBridge: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Nickel\u003cbr\u003eInlays: Mother of Pearl Dot\u003cbr\u003ePickup: Artec\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 1 1\/8 inch\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarnes \u0026amp; Mullins Origins\u003cbr\u003eIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. Bowley Barnes started “The Jo”, their famous musical instrument journal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in all things banjo, they soon began manufacturing their own banjos as well as importing many other instruments. The original Barnes and Mullins banjos are still sought after today, with collectors seeking them out all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSadly in 1914 at the age of 40, Albert Mullins drowned when the ‘Empress of Ireland’ sank on the St Lawrence River. He was on the home leg of a 2 year sales trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowley Barnes continued the business thereafter, and what he had started with his partner years earlier in Bournemouth now moved to Rathbone Place, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Mark Barnes – son of Bowley Barnes – moved the business to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Sadly in 1986, Mark Barnes died. 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