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Recording King Dirty '30s Open Back Tone Ring Banjo

Recording King Dirty '30s Open Back Tone Ring Banjo

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Recording King

Description

The Dirty 30s Series sits at the perfect crossroads of classic sound and historic design, just like the original Montgomery Ward mail-order instruments from the first half of last century. The Dirty 30s Deluxe Open-Back Banjo brings together the old-time sound of an open-back banjo with the added projection and treble clarity of a traditional rolled brass tone ring.

The rim's 18 brackets allow fine-tuning of head tension for a multitude of playing styles and sounds, and name-brand components like the Remo head and D'Addario strings complement the high-quality banjo construction for which Recording King is famous.
Recording King Dirty 30s Open-Back Tone Ring Banjo
Recording King Dirty 30s Open-Back Tone Ring Banjo
Recording King Dirty 30s Open-Back Tone Ring Banjo

Features

  • Classic sound and historic design
  • Open-back banjo
  • Traditional rolled brass tone ring
  • 18 brackets
  • Remo head
  • D'Addario strings complement
  • Case sold separately

Specs

  • Model: RKOH-06
  • Resonator: N/A
  • Rim: Multi-ply mahogany
  • Flange: N/A
  • Head: Remo
  • Tone ring: Rolled brass
  • Tension hoop: N/A
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Revebond
  • Hardware: Nickel-plated
  • Tailpiece: No-knot
  • Bridge: Maple/ebony
  • Fret markers: Inlaid dot
  • Inlay: n/a
  • Binding: None
  • Scale length: 26-1/4"
  • Armrest: Nickel-plated
  • Finish: Dark brown

Reviews

4.8

5 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing5
  2. Back-Up2
  3. Concerts1
  4. Great for beginning banjo.Returning piano player1
  5. Great for camping, playing in the park.1
Cons
  1. Needed to be setup but, didn't take long.1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice4
  2. Experienced1
Pros
  1. Good Tone5
  2. Consistent4
  3. Well Built / Quality4
  4. Long Life2
  5. Lightweight and a pleasure to play.1

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • It's a 2 Finger Thumb Lead DREAM!

    5

    submitteda day ago

    byGreg

    fromLa Quinta, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Awesome sound, great resonance with the built in brass Tone Ring! The D'Addario strings make this Dirty 30's a two Finger Thumb Lead DREAM! And......IT STAYS IN TUNE!

  • I love my new banjo Recording King Dirty 30s Open-Back Tone.

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byKathleen C.M.

    fromJoliet, IL.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I shopped at the Joliet store. I'm a novice with my new banjo Recording King Dirty 30s Open Back. It's a beautiful instrument, sound is good, weight is perfect. I'm going to take banjo lessons soon. For now, I'm messing around on my banjo with the Hal Leonard Banjo Aerobics. The sales expert Tyler tuned up the banjo for me. He attached the beautiful new strap, a Perri's Floral Garden Jacquard Guitar Strap. I also purchased a Road Runner Avenue II Banjo Gig Bag to keep my banjo safe. Also, I tried out a few piano and keyboards. Fabian suggested trying a few different ones including the Williams Rhapsody III Digital Piano With Bluetooth Walnut. Beautiful sound and look. Love the hammer keys. It was ordered and I'll pick it up this week. Another piano that I'm comparing this to is the Williams Symphony Grand piano. Amazing piano I'd like to upgrade to it.

  • Would recommend to a beginner.

    4

    submitted5 months ago

    byPeter

    fromFort Worth, Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This was my first banjo, but it definitely seems to be a strong choice for a beginner. It sounds very old style and is enjoyable to play. It does sound a little weird when I mic it to record but it's nothing a little EQing can't fix. #sweepstakes

  • Fantastic banjo for grab n go!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byTW

    fromCorvallis, OR

    I bought this as a quick grab and go banjo so I wouldn't have to take my heavier main playing banjo to the park or camping. This is an awesome sounding little Open Back banjo.

  • Good banjo for the price

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byBob

    fromHouston Texas

    This is a good quality instrument. Guitar Center did not set up the instrument properly. I'm guessing they aren't too experienced in banjo set up. Buying a banjo from them and other big box guitar stores will require proper set up by a banjo expert to get the best out of the instrument.

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byRJ

    fromBoston, MA

    Does the banjo come in a box, or will I need to bring a case in order to bring it home from the store?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The banjo will come in a box.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMatthew

    fromMinneapolis, mn

    Recommend a soft case and a beginner's book

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Thank you for your question. I will have a product specialist contact you with options.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byArt

    fromPhoenix az

    were is this Banjo Manufactured

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Recording King Dirty 30s is made in China

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGinger

    fromundisclosed

    How much does this banjo weigh?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    About 9 lbs.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byKiwi

    fromVan, WV

    Is it loud? And how loud is it

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes. Very

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byDavid M.

    fromPerth Australia

    Is the Recording KIng Dirty 30s Open Back Tone Ring Banjo priced at AUD 443.92 369.51 ? or AUD

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, due to local regulations we are prohibited from shipping to Australia

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byIsaiah

    fromCharlotte NC

    Is this banjo suited for a beginner

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Sure. Please give us a call if you would like some help 877 687 5403

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byMacc

    fromKansas

    What size/depth head comes with this banjo?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Unfortunately, these product details are not available. However, additional information can be found at recordingking.com

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJulia

    fromCincinnati

    What hard case do you recommend?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We have a few different options. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you the best case for your needs.