Recording King - RK-R20 - Songster Resonator Banjo
RK’s Songster shows its roots with time-honored components that give a nod to bluegrass history right down to the original RK hex-stamped flange design. The mahogany resonator and neck combine with the rolled tone ring and classy gloss finish for true banjo tone and vintage bluegrass authenticity players won’t often find at this price.
The Songster resonator banjo is the perfect high-quality entry-level banjo for a beginner, or any player looking to step up. Packed with historic banjo vibe, and built in the same workshops as the RK top-line Madison and Elite banjos, the RK-R20 punches well above its price class in sound and style.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Solid tonewood construction for rich, resonant tone improving with age. Responsive top rewarding dynamic playing and fingerstyle technique. Natural acoustic voice connecting player to music without electronic barrier. Quality construction built for years of regular playing.
Play this guitar unplugged as much as possible - the solid wood top needs vibration to open up and mature. Daily playing accelerates this beautifully.
At this level, you get tonewoods and craftsmanship that serve you from practice through performance. An instrument that grows with you and rewards the time you invest.
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Songster Resonator Banjo
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Mahogany Resonator & Neck
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Multi-Ply Rim
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26-1/4” Scale Length
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Rolled Tone Ring
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Mahogany Gloss Finish
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Planetary Tuners
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Classic Hearts & Flowers Inlay
| Model: | RK-R20 |
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| Resonator: | Mahogany |
| Rim: | Multi-Ply |
| Flange: | RK Hexagon, Nickel-Plated |
| Head: | REMO Head, Coated, Medium Crown |
| Tone Ring: | Rolled |
| Tension Hoop: | 24 Bracket Notched |
| Coordinator Rod(s): | Single |
| Neck: | Mahogany |
| Fretboard: | Revebond |
| Hardware: | Nickel Plated |
| Tailpiece: | Presto |
| Bridge: | Maple / Ebony |
| Fret Markers: | Hearts and Flowers |
| Inlay: | Hearts and Flowers |
| Binding: | Ivory Color |
| Scale Length: | 26-1/4" |
| Armrest: | Matertone Style |
| Finish: | Gloss |
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