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Recording King Professional Banjo Gold RK-R82
Recording King Professional Banjo Gold RK-R82
List Price: US $1,799.99
Our Price: US $1,349.99
You Save: US $450.00
Manufacturer: Recording King
SKU: RK-R82
The Professional resonator banjo combines classic pre-war style features and desirable modern touches to create the ultimate bluegrass banjo. This model features a mahogany resonator, mahogany neck, bound ebony fretboard, American Standard thread hardware, 20-hole tone ring and a 3-ply rim. Designed by Greg Rich, this model recalls the most supremely crafted banjos from the Golden Age of musical instruments.

The RK-R82 features genuine gold-plated hardware -- a true vintage appointment. The Professional also features the traditional Recording King floral peghead and inlay and an authentic Mastertone-style flange. With its exceptional tone and handcrafted perfection, this banjo will appeal to players as well as collectors.

  • One-Piece Mahogany Resonator w/ Concentric Rings
  • One-Piece Mahogany Neck
  • Mastertone-Style Banjo Flange
  • Mastertone-Style Tone Ring
  • 3-Ply Maple Rim
  • Bound Ebony Fretboard
  • Dual Coordinator Rods
  • "Style 6" M.O.P. Floral Peghead & Fretboard Inlay
  • Presto-Style Tailpiece
  • Genuine Gold-Plated Hardware
  • Remo Frosted Head
  • Notched Hoop
  • Natural Finish
  • Nut Width: 1-3/16"
  • Head Size: 11", medium crown (7/16" height)
  • Frets: 22
  • Total Length: 38"
  • Weight: 11.4 lbs
  • Includes Vintage Hardshell Case
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
Price includes FREE hardshell case ($119), FREE shipping ($25), FREE accessory pack including set of Martin Bluegrass Banjo Strings, Korg Tuner and Kyser Capo ($52.85) and professional set-up. This banjo also qualifies for no payments or interest financing for 6 months, or make payments of just $36.88 per month!
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