andy perkins traditional instruments

a higher grade beginner‘s banjo from Ozark. It has an 11” x ½” laminated mahogany rim fitted with a brass tone ring, sturdy chrome plated metalwork, 24 brackets, a decent armrest and an adjustable Waverley-style tailpiece. The plating is well done. Fitted with a top-sprayed Remo head. The truss rodded mahogany neck is quite slim with a black bound rosewood fingerboard and dot position markers. The scale length is 26 ¼” with 22 frets. Modern banjo fretting, nicely done & hand-dressed for a good playing surface. The action is set-up low but is adjustable as required. Fitted with planetary banjo tuners and a geared 5th string peg. The neck is finished in gloss lacquer which matches the body & resonator very well - the finish is good. Overall, this banjo is nicely made and good value for money. It has a pleasant, clear suitable for any open chord tuning. A neat little banjo which would suit a beginner in most styles as the resonator is easily detachable for open-back use.