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Condition: Used, Excellent
SP Luthier Notes: All of the frets were polished, recrowned and leveled. The truss rod and bridge were fully adjusted. The bridge was replaced No further work was required.
Seize the opportunity to own a piece of banjo history with this exceptional Raymond Fairchild Signature 5-String Banjo—a truly sound and solid investment! This rare instrument is one of only 100 featuring the stunning Gold-Plated metal hardware, making it a peerless treasure for performers and collectors alike. Feel the rich vibration and incredible sustain of the Flathead tone ring paired with the two-piece flange. Your eye will be drawn to the detailed inlays of feathers and the majestic headless eagle that dance across the dark, striking Ebony fingerboard. Crafted with a gorgeous, highly figured Curly Maple neck and resonator, this banjo is a joy to behold and a powerful, resonant force in your hands. This is not just an instrument; it's a meticulously crafted powerhouse, fine-tuned for supreme playability.
Quantity: 100 (Gold-Plated version); 200 total in the limited run (100 Gold, 100 Nickel).
Metal Finish: Gold Plated (All metal hardware).
Wood: Highly figured Curly Maple neck and resonator.
Fingerboard: Ebony.
Tone Ring: Flathead tone ring.
Flange: Two-Piece Flange.
Inlay: Detailed inlays, often including feathers and a headless eagle.
Signature: Raymond Fairchild
Weight: 11lbs 6oz
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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