Recording King Dirty Thirty Series RKO-3S Banjo 5 String Open Back Banjo

The banjo pictured is the actual banjo you will receive! 

At The Farm, we take actual pictures of each instrument and make sure they are fully set-up and ready to play before we ship them. Each instrument goes through a multi-point inspection, followed by a set-up process by our in-house tech staff. We then photograph each instrument with high-quality equipment in our on-site photography studio. We know that details like wood grain and color finishes can vary, so we want you to be able to see, to the best of our ability, exactly what you will be receiving. 

This process takes over an hour for each instrument - from inspection to pictures. We care about the instrument we put into your hands! Rest assured your banjo was not just plucked off of a shelf and drop-shipped to you from a warehouse without care. 

The Recording King RKO-3S 5-string banjo is an excellent choice for beginning and intermediate players seeking authentic bluegrass tone and dependable craftsmanship at an affordable price. Combining traditional styling with modern playability, the RKO-3S delivers bright, crisp projection and the unmistakable snap that has made the banjo a cornerstone of American folk and bluegrass music.

Built with a multi-ply rim, the RKO-3S produces a warm, balanced sound with plenty of clarity and sustain. Its rolled hoop enhances brightness and definition, while the Remo head ensures consistent performance in a variety of playing environments. A comfortable neck profile and adjustable truss rod provide smooth playability, making this banjo equally suited for learning rolls, practicing at home, or performing on stage.

Classic appointments, including a satin finish, dot inlays, and chrome-plated hardware, give the RKO-3S a timeless appearance that complements its traditional sound.

This is a used banjo and does show some signs of slight use, but has been fully tested and functions as expected. Please take a moment to review our pictures, as they accurately portray the true condition of this banjo. 

Key Features

• Brand: Recording King 
• Actual Weight: 3lbs 12oz
  
• Rim: Multi-Ply 
• Scale Length: 26 1/4 Inches
• Frets: 22
• Inlays: Dots
• Nut Width: 1.1875 Inches - 30.16mm
  
• Head: 11 Inch Remo 
  
• Tuners: Sealed Planetary Tuners with Geared 5th String Tuner
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
  
• Orientation: Right-Handed

*For your protection all purchases over $99 will be shipped signature required.

You are buying a quality instrument made of wood. Each instrument goes through a pre-shipment inspection to ensure you are getting a great quality instrument. However, please keep in mind when instruments are shipped, they can endure temperature changes as well as doing the "shipper shuffle" and therefore minor adjustments may be needed to set up the instrument to your personal preferences after receiving it.

Included in your shipment will be instructions on care and maintenance. 

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