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, genuine bone nut, and gig bag.
FEATURES:
- Open-back banjo
- Mahogany rim and neck
- Remo Fiberskyn head
- Satin finish
- Fishman pickup system
- Gig bag included
NECK:
Fingerboard Material: Walnut
Fingerboard Radius: Flat
Neck Construction: Bolt-On
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: “C” Shape
Number of Frets: 22
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.18″ (30 mm)
Position Inlays: Snowflake
String Nut: Bone
Truss Rod: Standard
Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
BODY:
Arm Rest: Chrome
Body: Laminated Mahogany
Body Finish: Satin
Body Material: Laminated Mahogany
Body Shape: Banjo
Rim Material: Multi-Ply Mahogany
Tone Ring: Copper Alloy
HARDWARE:
Bridge: Maple/Ebony
Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Traditional Banjo Tailpiece
Coordinator Rods: Single
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Head: 11″ Remo Fiberskyn®
Hooks: 24
Strings: D’Addario® EJ61 Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.023 Gauges)
Tuning Machines: Chrome Die-Cast
ELECTRONICS:
Special Electronics: Fishman® Implant Banjo Pickup
Fender guitars and amps are covered by a 2 year manufacturer warranty. Amp tubes are covered for 90 days by manufacturer warranty.
Although we are not authorised to determine if any repair is covered under warranty, if the item was purchased through World of Music, then we are often the best people to facilitate the claim for you and will do so as timely as possible. Warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage or faults that are a result of user neglect. Although your mate is really handy with a soldering iron, any product modification or home repair will also result in a void warranty.
Quite often, something perceived as a fault is as simple as a faulty cable or power issue so we always suggest checking over Frequently Asked Questions on the manufacturer website first. It can be a helpful approach to getting to the bottom of a problem and save you a lot of time in getting your gear back up and running!
This item ships via courier; fully insured for your peace of mind. Orders require a signature on delivery and we suggest using an address where someone will be present for the speediest delivery time. For delivery attempts with no one present to sign, your order will be taken to the courier depot and a card will be left for you to organise redelivery.
