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The Ibanez B200, a throwback five-string banjo that delivers timeless tone and playability. After a 30-year hiatus, Ibanez has revived their legacy of crafting premium banjos, once collaborating with the legendary Earl Scruggs himself. The B200 banjo brings that heritage to today's musician, with a basswood rim, rolled brass tone ring and mahogany resonator. Its fast-playing mahogany neck and pearl fretboard provide a familiar feel for guitarists. The Ibanez B200 lets you tap into nostalgic twang at an price that won't break the bank.

Vintage-Inspired Components Provide Classic Tone

The B200 banjo features a basswood rim with a 24-lug configuration and a rolled brass tone ring, which work together to produce a warm, crisp tone reminiscent of banjos from a bygone era. Its sapele mahogany resonator enhances projection and sustain. Chrome tuners provide rock-solid intonation while maintaining a retro aesthetic.

Fast-Playing Neck Suits Guitarists and Beginners

Ibanez leveraged their expertise crafting guitars to design the B200's fast-playing mahogany neck. Its slim nut width and medium fretboard radius feel instantly familiar to guitarists and make the banjo more accessible to beginners. An attractive pearl fretboard inlay adds a traditional touch. The cutaway provides easy access to higher frets for soloing.

Ibanez B200 5-String Banjo Natural Closed Back
Ibanez B200 5-String Banjo Natural Closed Back

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  • Type of banjo: 5-string banjo
  • Coodinator rod: Double
  • Rim: Basswood block rim
  • Resonator: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Resonator binding: ABS-Multi
  • Inlay: Acrylic pearl block inlay
  • Tuning machine: Friction banjo tuner
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Armrest: Chrome with etching
  • Bridge material: Rosewood and maple
  • Tailpeice: Chrome clamshell tailpeice
  • Finish - Rim: Gloss
  • Finish - Resonator: Gloss
  • Finish - Neck back: Gloss

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Neck Dimensions
  • Scale: 670mm
  • Width at Nut: 32mm
  • Width at joint: 46mm
  • Thickness at 1st: 21mm
  • Neck thickness at 7th: 22mm
  • Radius: Flat
Body Dimensions
  • Length: 14"
  • Width: 14"
  • Max Depth: 4-5/16"

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Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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4.5

6 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Practicing3
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  1. Breaks Easy1
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  2. Experienced1
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  1. Consistent3
  2. Good Tone3
  3. Well Built / Quality2

Reviewed by 6 customers

  • I would absolutely buy this product again!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byShane

    fromNorth Carolina

    Great Banjo for the price, good quality and produces great sound.

  • I would buy again

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byAl

    fromRichmond,Indiana

    Really nice looking Banjo...I bought this to learn on & so far i love it

  • Very good banjo

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byZach

    fromDallas - Fort Worth, Tx

    This banjo was in my price point range and am very satisfied with it. My local Guitar Centers did not have this model or the B300 model available on the floor or in stock to inspect before purchasing so I was concerned about ordering it. However, I am very pleased with it. It has a nice tone and is good quality and looks great. This is my third banjo.

  • Would buy again and recommend

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byancient tones

    fromAsheville NC

    Great banjo for the money. I have owned it for several years now. My theory is that Ibanez is offering a banjo of this quality, at a good price, in order to get back into the banjo business after many years of not selling banjos. It can be converted from closed back to open back for old time, if you are half-way handy. Tuning machines are easily adjustable with the screw on the end of knob. No worries there as per the other review. If you are handy you can easily adjust the tension of the head. Great banjo for an intermediate and to learn about the mechanical aspects of a banjo. Enjoy!

  • Would not buy this product again

    2

    submitted7 years ago

    byJ Robert

    fromNJ

    Tuning machine for the first string was going out of tune as soon as I let it go. Item was shipped with missing pieces.

  • A stealth great buy in Banjos

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byChristopher

    fromundisclosed

    For the money this is one of the best banjos out there. Tone is great, workmanship is superb, action from the factory was right on. Competes well with the Recording King line of banjos, but for less $.

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  • submitted8 days ago

    asked byLilly

    fromUnited States

    Is the tone ring rolled brass (per features) or chrome (per Q&A)?

    Is the tone ring rolled brass (per features) or chrome (per Q&A)?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Ibanez B200 5-String Banjo features a rolled brass tone ring.

  • submitted5 months ago

    asked byGavin

    fromClermont, FL

    What hard case would you recommend for this banjo?

    What hard case would you recommend for this banjo?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Road Runner RRMBJO ABS Molded Banjo Case

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byStan

    fromGillette, Wyoming

    Does this banjo have a tone ring and if so what is it made of. Thank you. Also is the neck tuner geared?

    Does this banjo have a tone ring and if so what is it made of. Thank you. Also is the neck tuner geared?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes, it's rolled chrome. I'm not familiar with "neck tuner".

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byDoug

    fromCentral New York

    Where was this banjo made?

    Where was this banjo made?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This is made in China.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byRon

    fromNew York

    whats total length of banjo

    whats total length of banjo

    Open Reply - Beau
    This banjo is a total of 45 inches in length.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byToby

    fromJackson Ms

    Is this banjo able to be played on an amplifier or does it lack a pick up

    Is this banjo able to be played on an amplifier or does it lack a pick up

    Open Reply - Beau
    This is not an electric banjo, so it cannot be plugged into an amplifier.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byGreg

    fromGeorgia

    Is this a wider neck like the deering or a narrower neck like you see coming out of china

    Is this a wider neck like the deering or a narrower neck like you see coming out of china

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It's between the two, but it's going to be on the slimmer side if you're used to a deering style neck.