Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK - Raven Series - Six String Banjo - Black

Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK Raven Series 6-String Banjo – Satin Black

Guitar Feel with Classic Banjo Character

The Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK Raven Series 6-String Banjo is a unique instrument designed for guitarists who want the unmistakable sound and projection of a banjo while retaining the familiar feel of a six-string guitar. With its mahogany resonator, mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, aluminum rim, and striking satin black finish, the OBJ350/6-SBK combines traditional banjo construction with a modern, player-friendly design.

Unlike a traditional five-string banjo, this 6-string guitar banjo is tuned and played like a guitar, making it an excellent choice for guitarists who want to explore banjo sounds without having to learn an entirely new tuning and fingering system.

Guitar-Friendly 6-String Design

The six-string configuration makes the OBJ350/6-SBK particularly approachable for guitar players. You can use familiar chord shapes, scales, and playing techniques while enjoying the bright, distinctive voice of a banjo.

This makes it a versatile choice for country, bluegrass, folk, Americana, worship music, acoustic ensembles, and songwriting.

Raven Series Styling

Ortega's Raven Series gives the traditional banjo a contemporary visual identity. The semi-satin black finish, chrome hardware, and dark-toned components create a clean, modern appearance that stands out on stage while retaining the unmistakable silhouette of a resonator banjo.

The mahogany resonator helps project the instrument's acoustic voice, while the aluminum rim provides a durable foundation for the banjo's construction.

Comfortable Playing Experience

The mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard provide a familiar feel for guitarists transitioning to a banjo-style instrument. The guitar-style six-string layout means players can immediately apply much of what they already know.

The OBJ350/6-SBK also includes 30 brackets and a Remo Ebony-style head, combining traditional banjo construction details with Ortega's modern Raven Series approach.

Why You'll Love the Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK

You'll love the Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK if you want to add the distinctive sound of a banjo to your music without having to completely relearn the guitar. Its six-string guitar-style configuration makes it especially accessible to guitarists, while the resonator design provides the lively, projecting character associated with banjos.

The Satin Black finish also gives this instrument a distinctive contemporary look, making it equally comfortable in an acoustic jam, recording studio, church, or live performance.

Features & Specifications

• Brand: Ortega
• Model: OBJ350/6-SBK
• Series: Raven Series
• Instrument Type: 6-String Guitar Banjo
• Configuration: Resonator
• Color/Finish: Satin Black / Semi-Satin Black
• Strings: 6
• Tuning: Standard guitar tuning
• Resonator: Mahogany
• Rim: Aluminum
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Head: Remo Ebony-style
• Brackets: 30
• Hardware: Chrome
• Construction: Closed-back resonator design
• Playing Style: Guitar-style six-string layout
• Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: Passive acoustic instrument; no onboard preamp listed for the OBJ350/6-SBK
• Included Accessory: Gig bag
• Finish: Semi-Satin Black

Perfect For

• Guitarists wanting to explore banjo
• Country musicians
• Bluegrass and Americana players
• Folk musicians
• Singer-songwriters
• Worship musicians
• Acoustic ensembles
• Recording studios
• Live performers
• Players looking for a guitar-tuned banjo

The Calido Guitars Advantage

At Calido Guitars, we want your new instrument to arrive ready to play. All intruments are professionally set up in our shop before shipping. This attention to setup helps ensure your new instrument is properly adjusted and ready for you to enjoy right out of the box.

Add Banjo Character Without Giving Up Your Guitar Skills

The Ortega OBJ350/6-SBK Raven Series 6-String Banjo is an excellent bridge between the familiar world of guitar and the distinctive sound of the banjo. Its six-string guitar tuning, mahogany resonator, rosewood fingerboard, aluminum rim, and modern Satin Black finish make it an appealing choice for guitarists who want to add new tonal colors to their music.

Whether you're playing country, folk, Americana, bluegrass-inspired music, worship, or simply experimenting with new sounds, the OBJ350/6-SBK gives you a fun and approachable way to bring banjo tone to your guitar playing.