{"product_id":"5stg-banjo-b200","title":"Ibanez B200 - Natural High Gloss","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIbanez B200 - Natural High Gloss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStep into the spotlight with an instrument that honors the roots of bluegrass and folk while offering the modern reliability Ibanez is known for. This B200 banjo features Sapele back and sides, a wood often celebrated for its mahogany-like properties, providing a warm, rich tone that grounds the instrument's percussive nature. The Okoume neck and Purpleheart fretboard offer a sturdy, comfortable feel for navigating complex rolls and flatpicking melodies. While the banjo is a distinct beast, its tonewoods provide a balanced range of frequencies and a clear, articulate voice that ensures you cut through the mix with a \"sizzling\" high end that never feels harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether you're driving the rhythm in a live band setting or recording in the studio, the B200’s construction focuses the sound like a laser beam. The combination of a Purpleheart and Maple bridge ensures excellent note separation and sustain, allowing each string to ring with bell-like clarity. This banjo is designed for players who demand quick response and high-volume projection without sacrificing the \"sweet\" midrange resonance found in high-quality acoustic instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePalen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlease feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ibanez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48559230583041,"sku":"B200","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4787\/files\/2_d17773e2-7237-4911-b3dc-5e0dae35b3f4.png?v=1776710013","url":"https:\/\/www.palenmusic.com\/products\/5stg-banjo-b200","provider":"Palen Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}