Gold Tone MM-150LN Maple Mountain Long Neck Open-Back Banjo Natural

The Gold Tone MM-150LN Maple Mountain long neck open-back banjo brings premium design and features at a price that won't break the bank. This versatile banjo blends classic aesthetics with modern appointments, ideal for players who want authentic old-time tone without paying custom shop prices. The MM-150LN starts with a .5" maple rim fitted with a traditional scalloped three-piece brass tone ring, just like classic banjos from the early 1900s. Together they produce the crisp, woody twang that defines old-time Appalachian music. With its long maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, the MM-150LN plays smoothly and comfortably up and down the fingerboard. Tune Quickly With Vintage-Style Planetary Tuners and No-Tie Tailpiece The Maple Mountain 150LN takes many of its design cues from vintage banjos, including its Fairbanks-style headstock fitted with planetary tuners. Planetary tuners provide precise tuning and their vertical design means won't snag fingers turning the pegs. And since this banjo has a traditional no-tie tailpiece, can quickly loosen and tighten the strings to change tunings mid-song. The vintage aesthetics continue with the early 1900s armrest mounted on the banjo's bracket hooks. Together these details give the MM-150LN old-time style while still equipping with conveniences for the modern player. Play Comfortably With a Long Maple Neck and Rosewood Fingerboard The MM-150LN sports a full 25 1/2" scale maple neck preferred by many players for old-time banjo. The longer scale provides tension that allows tighter tuning for better note separation when playing melodic lines. Extended frets give access to the full range of the neck. Topped with a rich rosewood fingerboard, 'll find playing up and down the neck smooth and comfortable thanks to its slim profile that fits nicely in smaller hands. A shallow scoop at the base of the fingerboard facilitates fretless playing. Overall the MM-150LN neck offers a great feel whether play clawhammer or melodic style. Lightweight Open-back Design Ideal for Old-Time and Bluegrass Weighing only 7lb., the Maple Mountain 150LN's lightweight design makes it easy to play for long periods without wearing out. And being an open-back model, it projects the woody, organic tone favored in old-time and bluegrass music. The openback construction also aids in projection since there's no back resonator limiting vibrations. 'll enjoy hearing the maple rim and brass tone ring resonate freely. If want classic banjo tone without breaking budget, the Gold Tone MM-150LN Maple Mountain long neck open-back banjo delivers impressive quality and features at a price that's music to ears.