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The Washburn B7 open-back 5-string banjo gives you the volume and projection you need to be heard in any setting. A smooth-playing mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard is effortless to play from the first fret to the last fret. The genuine Remo head combined with the ebony-topped maple bridge deliver the bright and punchy sound you want for bluegrass, old-time music, and more. When you want killer banjo tones at an affordable price, you want the Washburn B7 open-backed 5-string banjo.





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Washburn B7 Open-back 5-string Banjo at a Glance:


Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone


Open-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones


Washburn has been producing fretted instruments since 1883


A banjo that plays like a guitar





Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone Thanks to the use of traditional tonewoods and design, the Washburn B7 5-string banjo gives you the smooth, plucky sound you want from an open-back banjo. Let your fingers fly across the rosewood fretboard and comfortable mahogany neck. The open-backed Washburn B7 5-string banjo gives you great tone and feel at an affordable price.





Open-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones





If you want that traditional clawhammer banjo sound, then you want an open-back banjo. The Washburn B7's open back gives you a smoother tone associated with the clawhammer style. Combine this with the Remo head and the ebony-topped maple bridge, and you have an instrument ready for any gig or jam session. The cast-aluminum tone ring gives your sound extra punch, volume, and tone.





Washburn has been producing fretted instruments since 1883





With humble beginnings in Chicago dating back to the 1880s, Washburn is an American institution in musical instrument manufacturing. From guitars to mandolins, banjos, ukuleles, and more, Washburn has long been a recognized and cherished brand among musicians. Many of the biggest names in folk, blues, and rock 'n' roll have played these well-crafted, quality instruments. Washburn combines quality construction with premium materials to deliver an instrument that's ready to perform on any stage. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to find out more about this iconic brand.





Washburn B7 Open-back 5-string Banjo Features:


Affordably priced 5-string open-back banjo


Delivers classic banjo tones thanks to the mahogany tone ring


Remo banjo head and ebony-topped maple bridge for crisp tone


Cast-aluminum tone ring


Comfortable mahogany neck with rosewood fretboard


Get the banjo tone you have been looking for with Washburn's B7 5-string open-back banjo!