The Elite Flying Eagle
– Mahogany Resonator & Neck
– 20 Hole Bell Brass Tone Ring
– Bound Ebony Fretboard
– 27-3/8” Scale Length
– Deluxe Hardshell Case
Modeled after the original Mastertone banjos of the 1930’s, the Recording King RK-Elite offers players vintage sound and handcrafted construction.
Professional components like a classic Mastertone-style tone ring and true steam-bent 3-ply maple rim put this banjo in a category by itself.
With classic design features like the vintage-style double-cut Recording King peghead and custom Flying Eagle-style inlay, this banjo proudly wears its historic heritage.
The 27-3/8″ scale delivers extra punch, combining traditional sound and looks with modern power.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: | RK-ELITE-75 |
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Resonator: | One-Piece Mahogany |
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; Round American Threaded Hooks and Nuts |
Coordinator Rod(s): | Dual 1930’s Style |
Neck: | One-Piece Slim Profile Mahogany |
Fretboard: | Bound Ebony |
Hardware: | Nickel-Plated |
Tailpiece: | Presto-Style |
Bridge: | Maple / Ebony; 5/8″ |
Nut: | Bone |
Fret Markers: | Custom Flying Eagle-Style M.O.P. Inlay |
Inlay: | Custom Flying Eagle-Style M.O.P. Inlay |
Peghead: | Double-Cut Recording King |
Overlay: | Ebony Peghead Overlay with Mother of Pearl Inlay |
Tuners: | Gotoh Planetary Tuners With Geared 5th Peg |
Binding: | Ivoroid |
Scale Length: | 27-3/8″ |
Armrest: | Included |
Finish: | Gloss |
Case: | Included Vintage Hardhsell Case |