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Recording King RKO-3S Dirty 30s Open Back 5-String Banjo
RKO3S
$379.99
Pickup available at Andy's Music
Usually ready in 4 hours
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The Recording King RKO-3S Dirty 30s Open Back 5-String Banjo blends vintage-inspired style with warm, rootsy tone—perfect for folk players, singer-songwriters, and anyone craving an authentic old-time banjo sound. Modeled after classic Montgomery Ward mail-order instruments, this banjo offers dependable playability in an affordable, lightweight, and balanced build that’s easy to take anywhere.
Its open back design delivers a mellow, woody voice ideal for clawhammer, old-time, and mountain styles, while also reducing weight for comfortable long banjo playing sessions.
Whether you're exploring the rolling drone of a 5-string banjo or comparing it to 4-string jazz and Irish styles, the RKO-3S gives you the classic feel and tone that define American roots music. Contact Andy's Music and order yours today.
Recording King 5-String Open Banjo Specs
- Model: RKO-3S
- Rim: Multi-Ply
- Head: REMO Recording King Head
- Coordinator Rod: Adjustable
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Revebond
- Hardware: Nickel Plated
- Tailpiece: No-Knot
- Bridge: Maple/Ebony
- Fret Markers: Inlaid Dot
- Scale Length: 26-1/4"
- Finish: Satin
- Lightweight and balanced in hand
- Ideal for folk and roots players