Description
Modeled after the original Mastertone banjos of the 1930’s, the Elite 85 by Recording King offers a classic vintage sound and handcrafted construction. Professional components like a classic Mastertone-style tone ring and true steam-bent 3-ply maple rim provide the fundamentals for a traditional banjo tone. The highly-flamed maple resonator & neck and sunburst finish result in a stunning banjo with excellent projection and beautiful aesthetics.
We inspect each an every instrument we ship out for maximum playability. We adjust the action and adjust intonation when needed. If you would like a specific adjustment, just add it to your order notes and we would be happy to adjust to your liking.
SPECS:
Resonator: Flamed Maple
Rim: 3-Ply Maple
Flange: Mastertone-Style One Piece
Head: Remo Frosted Head 11” High Crown
Tone Ring: Mastertone-Style
Tension Hoop: 24 Hook Brass Notched (American Threaded)
Coordinator Rods: Dual 1930’s style
Neck: Flamed Maple
Fingerboard: Bound Ebony
Fret Markers: Custom MOP Hearts & Flowers Inlay
Peghead Overlay: Ebony with MOP Inlay
Binding: Ivoroid
Nut: Bone
Bridge: 5/8” Maple/Ebony
Scale Length: 27 3/8”
Tuners: Gotoh Planetary Tuners with Geared 5th
Hardware: Nickel Plated
Tail Piece: Presto Style
Finish: Vintage Cherryburst
Hardshell Case Included
Important information if shipping outside of the USA:
Please note: To help insure the future availability of certain materials used in the construction of this instrument, additional fees and/or documentation may be required when shipping this item outside of the USA. This is due to the CITES treaty, which regulates international trade of certain materials like rosewood, abalone, and pearl. If you purchase this item to be shipped outside of the USA, we’ll determine whether the regulations apply to your order, and will contact you with more information if necessary
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