The special designs of the H. Jimenez bajo quintos are the product of direct collaboration with master bajo quinto luthier Hilario “Layo” Jimenez. H. Jimenez bajo quintos offer a traditional Florentine cutaway or a non-cutaway. They feature a unique luthier designed top and back bracing and an H. Jimenez signature “Thunderwing” ™ bridge for projection and tone.


A close relative to the bajo sexto, the bajo quinto is a bassy Mexican folk instrument that has its roots in the 17th century. Whether you’re looking for a bajo quinto for traditional Mexican folk music or are looking for an electric bajo quinto to add some depth to your recorded and live music, this will be a fantastic instrument to start your journey exploring this fascinating instrument.


These instruments are quite hard to come by, any questions feel free to ask.