Description
Recording King RK-R20 Songster Banjo: A Beginner's Resonator Model
The Recording King RK-R20 Songster Banjo is an excellent choice for beginners seeking a resonator model with a sharp attack and minimal sustain. This banjo features a visually appealing M.O.P. peghead inlay and heart-shaped position markers, adding a touch of elegance. With a rolled brass hoop tone ring, planetary tuners, and a bound rosewood fretboard, the RK-R20 Songster Banjo delivers both style and performance.
Key Features:
- Mahogany Resonator: Provides enhanced projection and resonance.
- Mahogany Neck: Offers stability and a warm tone.
- Rolled Brass Tone Ring: Delivers a sharp attack and focused sound.
- Bound Rosewood Fretboard: Ensures smooth playability and a touch of elegance.
- Kershner Tailpiece: Provides reliable string tension and easy string changes.
Banjo Q&A
What is a banjo resonator and what does it accomplish?
A resonator is the back, bowl-shaped part of a banjo that helps to reflect the sound out to your audience, thus making the banjo sound louder and brighter. This is in contrast to an open-back banjo, which does not have a resonator.
What is the difference in sound between a resonator banjo and an open-back banjo?
Resonator banjos project the sound toward the audience with more ringing (resonation). Open-back banjos have a more mellow and softer sound, but are sometimes preferred by banjo players of different play styles. Open-back banjos are preferred by old-time clawhammer banjo players, while newer bluegrass players sometimes prefer the louder ringing sound of a resonator banjo.
What banjo should a beginner buy?
We always recommend beginners pick up an instrument that they will proudly play and learn on. For this reason, we recommend banjos which provide a good value, without being cost prohibitive. Fortunately, some big names in banjos have continued to manufacture impeccable, affordable banjos which are perfect for beginners. We recommend beginners look at purchasing the following banjos:
What is the most common type of banjo
The most common type of banjo, especially in the US, is the 5-string banjo. The 5th string of the 5-string banjo is called the "thumb string" or "drone string" because of the clawhammer technique of thumb-picking the 5th string in syncopation with the other 4 strings.
How is a standard 5-string banjo tuned?
5-string banjos are most commonly tuned in "Open G" tuning. Starting from the 5th string to the 1st string, the notes are tuned G, D, G, B, D.
As always, please reach out to us if you have any questions or would like recommendations. We can be easily reached by using our Contact Form or emailing us directly at info@pinevillemusic.com.
1 Review
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Great service from Pineville Music store fast shipping
The bridge was not the best was slanted to much for me . After changing that It sounds real good still checking things out on it right now It has a great sound
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