It's been three decades since Ibanez was in the banjo biz, but they're back with a bang …or is it a twang? Old-timers may recall Ibanez was quite enamored with banjo-building, having even collaborated on an artist signature model with the late great Earl Scruggs. But, things change, and hair bands happen. And now they're back at it, and in the Ibanez tradition. The B200 delivers a sweet 5-string closed back banjo at a price that won't break the bank.

• Body

• Coordinator Rod - Double

• Rim - Poplar Block Rim

• Back and Sides Wood - Sapele

• Resonator - Sapele Veneer

• Armrest - Chrome with Etching

• Tailpiece - Purpleheart with maple

• Neck

• Frets - 22

• Neck Wood - Mahogany

• Fretboard Wood - Purpleheart

• Inlay - Special Acrylic

• Hardware

• Rolled Tone Ring

• 24 pc Bracket

• Remo® 11" Coated Weatherking Banjo head