Recording King Bluegrass Series
RK-R50 Melody King Banjo
With a mahogany resonator and premium pre-war-style features, the Melody King banjo is the best introductory model with classic Recording King components.
The Melody King features a 3-ply steam-bent maple rim with a perfectly flat bearing edge for maximum acoustic contact with the head. It also has nickel-plated hardware, a M.O.P. “fan” headstock and fretboard inlay, a mahogany resonator, a one-piece mahogany neck, a rosewood fretboard and American Standard thread hardware.
This model also features the traditional Recording King peghead, an authentic Mastertone-style flange, and comes in a hardshell case.
The Melody King Banjo:
• One-Piece Mahogany Resonator
• One-Piece Mahogany Neck with Volute
• One-Piece Mastertone-Style Banjo Flange
• 3-Ply Steam-Bent Maple Rim with Wood Bearing Edge
• Rosewood Fretboard
• Dual Coordinator Rods
• "Fan" M.O.P. Peghead & Fretboard Inlay
• Presto-Style Tailpiece
• Nickel-Plated Hardware
• Remo Frosted Head
• Notched Hoop
• ASE Threaded Hooks & Nuts
• Natural Brown Finish
• Nut Width: 1-3/16"
• Head Size: 11", medium crown (7/16" height)
• Frets: 22
• Scale Length: 26-1/4"
• Total Length: 38"
• Weight: 8.35 lbs
• Includes Hardshell Case
• Limited Lifetime Warranty |