---
product_id: 485952304
title: "VBJ11-5"
brand: "vangoa"
price: "$9185"
currency: MXN
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 10
category: "Vangoa"
url: https://www.desertcart.mx/products/485952304-vbj11-5
store_origin: MX
region: Mexico
---

# Renaissance Remo head for warm, bright tone 5-string full size for authentic play Geared 5th tuner with 15:1 ratio for precise tuning VBJ11-5

**Brand:** vangoa
**Price:** $9185
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Own the sound of tradition with modern precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** VBJ11-5 by vangoa
- **How much does it cost?** $9185 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/485952304-vbj11-5)

## Best For

- vangoa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vangoa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Tuning Mastery:** Durable 15:1 ratio geared 5th tuner and adjustable rods ensure your banjo stays perfectly in tune, session after session.
- • **Effortless Clawhammer Play:** Lightweight maple body designed for easy portability and mellow sound, perfect for old-time music vibes.
- • **Signature Warmth & Clarity:** Classical semi-smooth honey-colored Remo head delivers a rich, balanced tone with crystal-clear note distinction.
- • **Beginner-Ready Complete Kit:** Everything you need to start playing right out of the box, backed by a 2-year warranty and lifetime support.
- • **Sleek Craftsmanship Meets Durability:** Premium maple fretboard and body with smooth edges for comfort and long-lasting playability.

## Overview

The Vangoa Open Back 5 String Full Size Banjo is a beginner-friendly, lightweight instrument crafted from premium maple. Featuring a Renaissance Remo head for warm yet bright tones, a geared 5th tuner with a 15:1 ratio for stable tuning, and adjustable rods for easy setup, this kit offers everything needed to dive into clawhammer and old-time music. With a smooth maple fretboard and durable design, it combines classic craftsmanship with modern playability, all backed by a 2-year warranty and lifetime support.

## Description

Buy Vangoa Open Back 5 String Full Size Banjo, Clawhammer Beginner Kit With Renaissance Remo Head, Maple With Geared 5th Tuner, Natural: Banjos - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

Review: Good bargain. - I am very happy with this banjo. It has a very robust, warm sound. No buzzing, intonation is perfect. It's well put together. No flaws whatsoever.
Review: Surprisingly good Instrument for the price. - This is a very nice banjo. It required very little set up out of the box. Template for placement of bridge is a nice addition. I am a long time guitar player, almost 50 years, and a competent amateur luthier. I am impressed with the quality of this open back banjo for the sub $200 price range. It is a solid package, very nice strap, decent gig bag, don't bother with the picks or transducer pickup, those are junk. All in all, nice banjo and a few good accessories.

## Features

- ✔ [Lightweighted Portable] This Open-back banjo offers a mellower sound and is easier to play and carry aside for the lighter body, it perfectly meets the needs of clawhammer and old-time music players, gently pluck the string, bring out the pleasing melody
- ✔ [Classical Remo Head] Iconic semi-smooth opaque honey color look brings a warm tone while still providing brightness and clear note distinction. 24 Chrome-plated brackets ensure a better tension distribution on the head for more accurate and precise tuning
- ✔ [Beautiful Design with Premium Material] Maple fretboard blends in perfectly with Maple body, external quality combined with inherent grace, even on the craftsmanship of back edge, making it smoothy and durable, easier to play
- ✔ [Considerate Design] Adjustable coordinator rod on the head and truss rod on the neck, making adjustment easier for you. Fret dots on the neck side helps you find chord locations quickly. 15:1 ratio tuning peg design enhanced durability by anti-dust, erosion-resistant sealed design, help you to hold tune firmly
- ✔ [Beginner-friendly Kit] Beginner Banjo kit comes with everything you need to start, just focus on your learning, play right out of box. Vangoa Banjo set offers a 2-year warranty and life-long sincere after-sales service, you could rest assured that you will receive our best assistance

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B3XQ96HC |
| Back Material | Ebony, Maple, Wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,675 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #26 in Banjos (Musical Instruments) |
| Body Material | maple |
| Color Name | Maple Natural |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (36) |
| Date First Available | June 13, 2022 |
| Fretboard Material | Laminate |
| Item Weight | 7 pounds |
| Item model number | VBJ11-5 |
| Material Type | Maple |
| Musical Style | Bluegrass |
| Neck Material Type | maple |
| Number of Strings | 5 |
| Product Dimensions | 39.37 x 15.35 x 4.33 inches |
| Proficiency Level | All |
| Scale Length | 670mm |
| Size | Full |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | nickle steel |
| Top Material | Maple |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Ebony, Maple, Wood
- **Brand:** Vangoa
- **Color:** Maple Natural
- **Finish Type:** Powder Coated
- **Instrument:** Banjo
- **Item Weight:** 7 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 39.37 x 15.35 x 4.33 inches
- **Size:** Full
- **String Material Type:** nickle steel
- **Top Material Type:** Maple

## Images

![VBJ11-5 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/814v9VAQyyL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good bargain.
*by R***D on January 1, 2026*

I am very happy with this banjo. It has a very robust, warm sound. No buzzing, intonation is perfect. It's well put together. No flaws whatsoever.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Surprisingly good Instrument for the price.
*by K***E on October 9, 2022*

This is a very nice banjo. It required very little set up out of the box. Template for placement of bridge is a nice addition. I am a long time guitar player, almost 50 years, and a competent amateur luthier. I am impressed with the quality of this open back banjo for the sub $200 price range. It is a solid package, very nice strap, decent gig bag, don't bother with the picks or transducer pickup, those are junk. All in all, nice banjo and a few good accessories.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great banjo for beginner/knock around
*by B***O on January 4, 2024*

This is a well constructed banjo an absolute steal at this price- plus the extras the tuner works great, the strap is very good and the case is very good, the value is amazing. Now I will talk about somethings for more experienced players and things the manufacturers could do to bring this banjo to the next level if they are reading, I am going to list a few things that should be done for very low cost at the manufacturering level (I am guessing around 10 to 15 dollars per unit) would put this on the next level 1. The fret gauge should be increased 2. The position of the 5th string tuner -this I really can't do anything about but could be fixed at the manufacturer with no cost the problem with the position is I use my thumb for a C chord and when playing with the capo on the 2nd fret ( in key of A, very popular) I cannot fret the 4th fret on the D string with my thumb see picture the blonde fret board is the Vangoa the darker one is my Deering Sierra it should line up with the 4th fret. 3. The L bracket for the tailpiece that attaches to the coordinator rod this hole needs to be redrilled to lower the L bracket so the tailpiece sits firmly on the retention hoop see picture. 4. The tuners - they stay in tune but if you are sharp you have to down tune close to a half a step then tune up from there. The cheapest planetary tuners on the market for the 4 tuners on the headstock would be better than what is on there and if you want to upgrade the hole will be drilled for the right size and you won't have 8 tiny screw holes in your headstock ( I am doing this anyway). I bought this as a project doing these simple things wound make this banjo alot more attractive to more experienced players. Even with these issues still a extremely great deal.

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*Store origin: MX*
*Last updated: 2026-03-22*