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An Affordable 5-string Banjo Pack





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The Washburn B8 banjo pack pumps out the volume and tone you expect from a quality banjo. Its mahogany resonator back gives you the volume and projection you need to be heard in any setting. A smooth playing neck with a rosewood fretboard is effortless to play from the first fret to the last fret. The genuine Remo head combined with the rosewood-topped maple bridge deliver the bright and punchy sound you want. When you want killer banjo tones at an affordable price, you want the Washburn B8 resonator-backed 5-string banjo. Includes gig bag, picks, instructional book, and more.





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Washburn B8 Resonator-backed Banjo at a Glance:


Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone


Resonator-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones


Washburn has been producing fretted instruments since 1883


Traditional styling and tonewoods for great banjo tone





Thanks to the use of traditional tonewoods and design, the Washburn B8 5-string banjo gives you the punch, plucky banjo sound you want. The mahogany resonator not only looks good but increases the volume and projection of your banjo. Let your fingers fly across the rosewood fretboard and comfortable neck. The resonator backed Washburn B8 5-string banjo pack gives you great tone and feel at an affordable price.





Resonator-backed banjos provide classic banjo tones





If you want that traditional bluegrass sound, then you want a banjo with a resonator. The Washburn B8's mahogany resonator gives you a brighter tone and great projection associated with bluegrass. Combine this with the Remo head and the rosewood-topped maple bridge and you have an instrument ready for any gig or jam sessions.





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 a 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 instrument. 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 B8 Resonator-backed Banjo Pack Features:


Affordably priced 5-string banjo pack


Delivers classic bluegrass banjo tones


Mahogany resonator for increased volume and projection


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


Comfortable neck with rosewood fretboard


Includes gig bag, pitch pipe, picks, and instruction book


Get the banjo tone you have been looking for with Washburn's B8 5-string banjo!