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Barnes & Mullins Empress 5-String Banjo
$1,353.75
Sale price
$1,353.75
Regular price
$1,425.00
Named after the tragic ‘Empress of Ireland’ ocean liner, the Barnes & Mullins BJ500BW ‘Empress’ 5 string banjo combines outstanding quality with a unique and striking appearance. A low action and quick neck make this banjo a joy to play. It features a closed back burl walnut resonator to deliver an authentic, punchy bluegrass tone with a genuine Remo Vellum head. Geared machine heads ensure improved tuning stability. The BJ500BW also features a rolled brass tone ring to improve the volume and projection of the instrument.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Neck: Walnut
- Resonator: Burl Walnut
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- Rim: Stained Maple Laminate
- Tone Ring: Rolled Brass
- Brackets: 24
- Hardware: Chrome
- Head: Remo Vellum
- Machineheads: Geared, Planetary Style
Please Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.
| Brand | Barnes & Mullins |
| SKU / MPN | 930034009935 |
| Condition | Brand new, in original manufacturer packaging |
| Availability | In stock — ready to dispatch |
| Dispatch | 1–2 business days after payment confirmation |
| Delivery | Free tracked shipping Australia-wide, typically 1–5 business days in transit (2–7 days total); remote areas may take longer. We ship within Australia only. |
| Returns | 14-day returns — see our Return & Refund Policy. Consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law apply. |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty terms vary by brand. If warranty coverage matters for this purchase, contact us before ordering and we will confirm what applies to this item. |