Fender Paramount PB-180E Open-Back Banjo Mahogany, Natural

This used Fender Paramount PB-180E Open-Back Banjo Mahogany comes in a Natural finish.

At A Glance

• Case Included: No
• Actual Instrument Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Crafted In: China
• Hand Dominance: Right-Handed

Condition

This used instrument is in excellent condition with minor cosmetic wear, has been fully inspected, and it plays great. Please see pictures for details on item condition.

This guitar has been refurbished by the best refurbishing facility in the nation. Most of the instruments they refurbish come direct from the manufacturer with minor cosmetic imperfections, which are repaired as needed. If anything major was done to the guitar, it will be noted in the listing and shown in the pictures above. As part of their process, the guitar is issued a new serial number and has a small "used" stamp on the back of the head stock to prevent the guitar from being sold as new.

Product Details

Known for their vibrant tones, open-back banjos have been a staple for bluegrass and folk players alike since the inception of the genres. The Fender Paramount PB-180E Banjo is perfect for the player looking for a traditional styled banjo with functional modern appointments. This model features a mahogany rim and neck with a Remo Fiberskyn® head, and comes equipped with proprietary Fishman® electronics to amplify your sound. Whether you're just starting out or an experienced player, this banjo is a perfect addition.

Other features include a comfortable neck profile, walnut fingerboard with snowflake inlays, arm rest, and genuine bone nut.

Features

• Open-back banjo
• Mahogany rim and neck
• Remo Fiberskyn® head
• Satin finish
• Fishman® pickup system

Specifications

Neck

• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Shape: "C" Shape
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius: Flat
• Fingerboard Material: Walnut
• Position Inlays: Snowflake
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod: Standard
• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
• String Nut: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.18" (30 mm)
• Nut Material: Bone

Body

• Body: Laminated Mahogany
• Body Finish: Satin
• Body Shape: Banjo
• Body Material: Laminated Mahogany
• Arm Rest: Chrome
• Tone Ring: Copper Alloy
• Rim Material: Multi-Ply Mahogany

Hardware

• Bridge: Maple/Ebony
• Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Traditional Banjo Tailpiece
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Chrome Die-Cast with Pearl Buttons
• Strings: D'Addario® EJ61 Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.023 Gauges)
• Coordinator Rods: Single
• Head: 11" Remo Fiberskyn®
• Hooks: 24

Electronics

• Special Electronics: Fishman® Implant Banjo Pickup