Recording King RK-R20 Songster Resonator Banjo
$799.99
A mahogany resonator banjo built in the same workshops as the Madison and Elite lines, with a rolled brass tone ring and hex-stamped flange for vintage bluegrass tone at an accessible price.
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At a Glance
- Handedness
- Right-Handed
- Strings
- 5
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
- Tone Ring
- Rolled
- Pickup
- No
- Made In
- China
Full Specifications
| Body & Rim | |
|---|---|
| Rim | Multi-Ply |
| Resonator | Mahogany |
| Flange | RK Hexagon, Nickel-Plated |
| Tension Hoop | 24 Bracket Notched |
| Head | REMO Head, Coated, Medium Crown |
| Finish | Gloss |
| Neck | |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Coordinator Rod(s) | Single |
| Fretboard | |
| Fretboard | Revebond |
| Fret Markers | Hearts and Flowers |
| Hardware | |
| Bridge | Maple / Ebony |
| Tailpiece | Presto |
| Hardware | Nickel Plated |
| Armrest | Matertone Style |
| Binding | Ivory Color |
The Recording King RK-R20 Songster Resonator Banjo is built in the same workshops as the top-line Madison and Elite banjos, punching well above its class in both sound and style. A mahogany resonator and neck combine with a rolled brass tone ring and gloss finish for true banjo tone and vintage bluegrass authenticity.
The hex-stamped flange is a nod to Recording King’s storied history, while the tailpiece, armrest, head brackets and tuning pegs are shared with the pricier R35 and R36, so the playing feel stays familiar for anyone moving up the line later.
- Mahogany resonator and neck
- Rolled brass tone ring
- RK hexagon flange, nickel-plated
- Hearts and Flowers fret markers and inlay
- Presto tailpiece, maple/ebony bridge
- 26-1/4″ scale, single coordinator rod
- Gloss finish
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