Recording King RKOH-06 Dirty 30's Open-Back Banjo - Satin Dark Brown

Recording King RKOH-06 Dirty 30's Open-Back Banjo - Satin Dark Brown

The Recording King RKOH-06 Dirty 30's Open-Back Banjo captures the authentic, historic vibe of the classic mail-order instruments from the 1930s, offering a blend of vintage aesthetic and excellent playability. Built with a mahogany neck, this banjo aims for a classic sound. Mahogany is a tonewood often associated with a warm, rich tone and a lively sound, which, in a banjo context, contributes to a well-rounded and defined sound. The RKOH-06 features a multi-ply rim and a traditional rolled brass tone ring to enhance the vibrant tones and boost loudness, making it a great companion for folk stylists and traveling troubadours.

This instrument is an ideal choice for singer-songwriters and folk players looking for a lightweight, road-ready banjo without sacrificing that old-time sound. The open-back design allows for a clear, articulate sound that is great for picking and offers a more subdued, less projecting tone than a resonator banjo, perfect for a classic, old-time style. The maple/ebony bridge works to transmit the string vibrations efficiently to the REMO head, which provides a crisp, responsive surface for that traditional banjo sound. While this is a banjo and not an acoustic guitar, it certainly packs the historic feel and acoustic punch you need to add authentic texture to your music.

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Highlights

• Historic Vibe: Captures the aesthetic and tone of classic 1930s mail-order instruments.

• Warm Foundation: The mahogany neck contributes to a classic and well-defined acoustic sound.

• Tone Boost: Features a traditional rolled brass tone ring for enhanced vibrancy and projection.

• Travel Ready: An open-back design makes it lightweight and perfect for life on the road.

• Authentic Clarity: The open-back style and REMO head deliver a clear, classic old-time banjo sound.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Multi-Ply Rim

• Top Material (Head): REMO Recording King Head

• Neck Wood: Mahogany

• Left/Right Handed: Right Handed

• Fretboard Wood: Revebond

• Scale Length: 26-1/4"

• Fretboard Radius: Not Specified

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: Inlaid Dot

• Neck Profile: Not Specified (Some Recording King banjos use a 'C' shaped profile)

• Finish: Satin Dark Brown

• Bridge Material: Maple / Ebony

• Nut Material: Not Specified (Some Recording King banjos use Plastic)

• Tuners: Not Specified (Uses Nickel Plated Hardware)

• Electronics: None

• Bridge: Maple / Ebony

• Tone Ring: Traditional Rolled Brass

• Manufacturer Part Number: RKOH-06

All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!