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VGS Banjo Premium 6-String

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This item is warranted for 3 years
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Ref.: 209840

Description

Essential Information About the Banjos Premium 6-String Guitar-Banjo

  • 6-string format tuned like a guitar (EADGBE): immediate reference for guitarists, with a true "banjo" character.
  • Powerful projection thanks to the flamed maple resonator, mahogany body, and sanded Remo Weatherking head.
  • Precise adjustments and stability via 24 tension rods, 2 coordinator rods, and die-cast tuners.
  • Premium finish glossy Sunburst, refined inlays, and case included to protect the instrument.

A "premium" guitar-banjo designed for modern playing

This 6-string guitar-banjo was designed to combine the ergonomics of a guitar (familiar neck and tuning) with the crisp and snappy attack of a resonator banjo. Within the range, it stands out with performance-oriented lutherie (numerous tension rods, double coordinator rod) and a high-end presentation, ideal for both stage and recording.

For which musician and styles?

It is aimed at beginner, intermediate, or advanced guitarists who want to add a banjo color without changing their fingerings. Perfect for bluegrass, country, and folk, it also works very well in pop and studio contexts for percussive, bright rhythms that are very clear in the mix.

The sound

The Remo Weatherking white sanded head promotes a clear attack, lots of definition, and a typical "snap." The mahogany body provides a rounder low-midrange, while the flamed maple resonator enhances forward projection to increase volume and presence. The 24 tension rods allow fine adjustment of head tension (thus brightness and response), and the 2 coordinator rods help stabilize the whole to maintain consistent setup over time. The maple bridge with hardwood inlays efficiently transmits vibrations, for controlled sustain and a clear, lively, and very expressive tone in picking.

Recommended compatible accessories

For comfortable use, a 6-string guitar capo and a clip-on tuner are simple and universal choices. For playing, consider some plectrums (from flexible to rigid) to explore different attacks, from crisp strumming to more articulated picking.

Technical Specifications

Body

  • Type: 6-string guitar-banjo with resonator
  • Body: mahogany with 24 tension rods and molded rim
  • Resonator: flamed maple, glossy Sunburst finish
  • Head: original Remo Weatherking, white sanded, Ø 11.4" / 290 mm (outer edge)
  • Body diameter: Ø 13.8" / 350 mm
  • Bridge: maple with hardwood inlays
  • Coordinator rods: 2
  • Hardware: chrome

Neck

  • Fingerboard: purpleheart with rich inlays
  • Frets: 22 nickel silver
  • Scale length: 26.2" / 665 mm
  • Nut width: 44 mm / 1.73"
  • Tuners: die-cast (high tuning stability)

Miscellaneous

  • Finish: glossy "Sunburst" lacquer
  • Electronics: none (acoustic instrument)
  • Case: included
  • Package dimensions: 43.3" x 14.4" x 25.6" / 1100 x 365 x 650 mm
  • Reference number: 523.837
Brand reference number: 505041

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