The Caraya BJ70E "ElectroGrass" is a versatile 5-string banjo designed for players who want an authentic open-back tone with modern stage-ready electronics. Featuring a maple rim and neck, a Remo Weatherking Fiberskyn head, and a partial internal resonator, this banjo delivers warm, articulate sound with enhanced projection while maintaining the classic old-time character of an open-back instrument. Built for both acoustic performance and amplification, the ElectroGrass includes a bridge-mounted piezo pickup paired with a Sound Hunter onboard equaliser, giving players convenient volume and tone controls for live performances, recording, or practice through an amp. With traditional planetary tuners, a double coordinator rod system, and durable chrome hardware, the ElectroGrass offers reliable tuning stability, comfortable playability, and classic banjo aesthetics in a natural gloss woodgrain finish. Features 5-String Open-Back Banjo – Classic design ideal for folk, bluegrass, and clawhammer styles Partial Internal Resonator – Enhances projection while retaining open-back warmth Maple Rim & Neck – Bright, balanced tone with excellent durability Remo Weatherking Fiberskyn Head – Produces a warm, vintage-style banjo sound Piezo Bridge Pickup – Amplify your banjo easily for stage or recording Sound Hunter Equaliser – Simple onboard volume and tone controls for quick sound shaping Planetary Tuners with Vintage White Buttons – Traditional look with reliable tuning stability Purpleheart Fingerboard – Smooth feel and long-lasting durability 24 Brackets & Double Coordinator Rods – Solid construction and precise setup adjustment The Caraya BJ70E ElectroGrass combines traditional banjo craftsmanship with modern electronics, making it an excellent choice for players who want authentic tone with the flexibility to plug in and perform. Specifications General Model: BJ70E Brand: Caraya Type: 5-String Banjo Construction Rim: Maple Neck: Maple Fingerboard: Purpleheart Head: Remo Weatherking Fiberskyn Resonator: Maple (Partial Internal Resonator) Hardware Brackets: 24 Tailpiece: Covered Armrest: Maple Bridge: Maple with Purpleheart Cap Coordinator Rods: Double Tuning Machines: Planetary with Vintage White Keys Hardware Finish: Chrome Electronics Pickup: Bridge-Mounted Piezo Equaliser: Sound Hunter Controls: 1 × Volume, 1 × Tone Fingerboard Frets: 22 Nickel-Silver Inlays: ABS White Dot Finish Colour: Natural Woodgrain Finish: Gloss Dimensions Scale Length: 670 mm Fingerboard Radius: 14” Nut Width: 32 mm Width at 12th Fret: 46 mm Neck Thickness 1st Fret: 21 mm 9th Fret: 22 mm Body Length: 288 mm Width: 288 mm Max Depth: 78 mm
