Gallery
Description
Features
Specs
Warranty
Reviews
Q&A
Washburn

collapse expand iconDescription

Part of their Americana Series, Washburn's B6-A banjo is an open-back 6-string aimed at guitar players who don’t have the time or inclination to learn a new instrument, yet still crave that good ol' banjo twang. Tuned the same as guitar, it features a mahogany rim, mahogany neck with 22-fret rosewood fingerboard and smooth-action, die-cast tuners for tuning stability. The distressed Remo head looks cool and has a warmer, fuller tone. It supports an ebony tipped bridge for best transfer of tone. The B6-A comes equipped with D’Addario strings.

A case is sold separately.

Washburn has been building banjos since the late-1800s. Their early instruments were considered some of the finest of their day. This heritage is not lost in the instruments they handcraft today, like this B6 banjo. Pros and amateurs alike have enjoyed these Washburn instruments for their outstanding tone, build and value.


Washburn B6-A Americana Series 6-String Open-Back Banjo

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • 6-string tailpiece
  • 11" notched tension hoop with 24 brackets
  • Standard chrome armrest
  • Mahogany rim

collapse expand iconSpecs

Body
  • Body type: 6-string
  • Cutaway: Not applicable
  • Top wood: Remo
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Bracing pattern: Not applicable
  • Body finish: Not specified
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.69 in. (43 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Neck finish: Not specified
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: No
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Not specified
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast chrome
  • Bridge: Maple
  • Saddle and nut: ABS
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Special features:
  • Case: Sold separately

collapse expand iconWarranty

One year warranty on electronic controls.
Nontransferable limited lifetime warranty.
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

collapse expand iconReviews

5

2 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Tone1

Reviewed by 2 customers

  • Truly a fun instrument to play

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byEd

    fromKirkville, NY

    If you play guitar and always wanted to play the banjo, this instrument is for you. You will have to check the intonation when you first get it but the luthier in the store will help you out. All in all it's a fun instrument with no learning curve if you already play the guitar.

  • Yes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byThomas

    fromundisclosed

    Great playable banjo. Had a bit of problem. Setting the bridge, but worked it out, with a vid on the Net. Great Sound lots of fun!!

  • Previous
  • 1
  • Next

collapse expand iconQ&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJohnny

    fromAthens, GA

    Is this banjo made in the United States? If not what is the country of origin?

    Is this banjo made in the United States? If not what is the country of origin?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This banjo was made in Korea.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byslowest

    fromphoenix , az.

    what type of strings do you use on these? Regular acoustic guitar strings, electric, , etc.

    what type of strings do you use on these? Regular acoustic guitar strings, electric, , etc.

    Open Reply - Beau
    This instrument would use banjo strings.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byJSL

    fromPhilippines

    Looking for a 3/4 size 5-string banjo. Metal strings, open G tuning. $400 - $500

    Looking for a 3/4 size 5-string banjo. Metal strings, open G tuning. $400 - $500

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    We have many options, one option may be: Ibanez B200 5-String Banjo Natural Closed Back. We recommend speaking to one of our agents at 866-498-7882.