Recording King Madison - RK-R25-BR - - Five-stringed banjo
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Recording King Madison RK-R25-BR 5-string resonator banjo, brand new and in tested working condition, weight 4.0 kg, includes strings.
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Description from the seller
The Recording King Madison RK-R25-BR is a high-quality 5-string resonator banjo renowned for its excellent balance between traditional build quality and affordability. It is a very popular model among both ambitious beginners and advanced players who are looking for an authentic sound without paying top dollar.
The main features and specifications of this model are:
Design & Build Quality
Wood type: Equipped with a maple neck and an ash wood resonator with a handmade, matte brown satin finish.
Rim (Pot): Features an authentic, steam-bent 3-ply maple rim. This forms a solid, stable foundation for a powerful tone.
Tube & Plate Flange: Uses a traditional two-piece 'tube and plate' flange construction.
Neck Stability: Fitted with an adjustable truss rod to accurately adjust the string action.
Hardware & Tone
No heavy tone ring: The RK-R25-BR does not have a heavy metal tone ring. Instead, the wooden rim is shaped to take on the function of a tone ring (woody banjo). This results in a warmer, rounder, and slightly less bright tone.
Tuning Machines: Equipped with reliable planetary tuners for stable and precise tuning.
Hardware: Finished with 24 hooks and nickel hardware.
User Experience
According to reviews on platforms, this model excels in the warmer 'C' and 'D' tunings. Because the instrument does not have a heavy tone ring, the banjo is considerably lighter in weight than typical bluegrass banjos. Very suitable for diverse styles.
With an extra set of strings.
The Recording King Madison RK-R25-BR is a high-quality 5-string resonator banjo renowned for its excellent balance between traditional build quality and affordability. It is a very popular model among both ambitious beginners and advanced players who are looking for an authentic sound without paying top dollar.
The main features and specifications of this model are:
Design & Build Quality
Wood type: Equipped with a maple neck and an ash wood resonator with a handmade, matte brown satin finish.
Rim (Pot): Features an authentic, steam-bent 3-ply maple rim. This forms a solid, stable foundation for a powerful tone.
Tube & Plate Flange: Uses a traditional two-piece 'tube and plate' flange construction.
Neck Stability: Fitted with an adjustable truss rod to accurately adjust the string action.
Hardware & Tone
No heavy tone ring: The RK-R25-BR does not have a heavy metal tone ring. Instead, the wooden rim is shaped to take on the function of a tone ring (woody banjo). This results in a warmer, rounder, and slightly less bright tone.
Tuning Machines: Equipped with reliable planetary tuners for stable and precise tuning.
Hardware: Finished with 24 hooks and nickel hardware.
User Experience
According to reviews on platforms, this model excels in the warmer 'C' and 'D' tunings. Because the instrument does not have a heavy tone ring, the banjo is considerably lighter in weight than typical bluegrass banjos. Very suitable for diverse styles.
With an extra set of strings.
Details
Era
After 2000
Brand
Recording King Madison
Model
RK-R25-BR
Physical condition
Brand New
Number of objects
1
Includes
Strings
Weight
4 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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