Recording King RK-OT26-BR Madison Whyte Laydie Open Back Banjo
$1,049.99
A five-string open back banjo from Recording King’s Madison Series, with a scalloped Whyte Laydie-style tone ring, a 2-ply steam-bent maple rim, a scooped padauk fretboard and a Remo FiberSkyn head. Built for old-time and clawhammer players.
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At a Glance
- Handedness
- Right-Handed
- Style
- Openback Banjo
- Strings
- 5
- Pickup
- No
- Made In
- China
Recording King RK-OT26-BR Madison Whyte Laydie Open Back Banjo
The Recording King RK-OT26-BR Madison Whyte Laydie is a five-string open back banjo with a scalloped Whyte Laydie-style tone ring, a 2-ply steam-bent maple rim and a scooped padauk fretboard. It is built for old-time players, and for clawhammer players and singers who want a traditional tone with a little more punch.
Recording King describes its voice as a traditional tone with a percussive lilt: warm but punchy, with each fundamental note speaking clearly without distracting overtones. Recording King says that suits old-time singing and clawhammer playing.
Professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before it ships. It ships from Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio, insured with FedEx, with tracking sent to you personally. Shipping is free.
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Specifications
| Model | RK-OT26-BR, Madison Series |
|---|---|
| Strings | Five |
| Back | Open back, no resonator |
| Rim | 2-ply steam-bent maple |
| Tone ring | Whyte Laydie-style, scalloped |
| Head | Remo FiberSkyn |
| Neck | Maple with adjustable truss rod |
| Fretboard | Scooped padauk |
| Tension hoop | 24-bracket |
| Coordinator rods | Dual |
| Armrest | Pre-war, classic-style |
| Tailpiece | No-knot |
| Hardware | Nickel-plated |
| Headstock inlay | Star |
| Finish | Hand-rubbed brown satin |
| Made in | China |
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Is the RK-OT26-BR good for clawhammer?
Yes. Recording King voiced it for old-time music and says its warm, punchy tone suits clawhammer playing and old-time singing. The fretboard is scooped.
How is the RK-OT26-BR different from the RK-OT25-BR?
The RK-OT26-BR adds a scalloped Whyte Laydie-style tone ring; the RK-OT25-BR has no tone ring. In Recording King’s words, where the OT25 is pure and open, the OT26 has just a little more definition.
Where does the RK-OT26-BR ship from?
It ships from Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio, insured with FedEx, with tracking sent to you personally. Shipping is free.
Where is it made?
Recording King instruments are made in China.
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