Pisgah Dobson 5 String 12" Openback Banjo with Gig Bag
Handmade in North Carolina, USA., the Pisgah Dobson is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. The Dobson tone ring, modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Pisgah Dobson is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
Pisgah build banjos with a firm eye on sustainability and use 100% native Appalachian tonewoods.
Choose your overall build option from Walnut or Cherry or Maple.
Supplied with quality padded Gig Bag.
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Description
TONE RING
With or without the Dobson tone ring. Dobson Ring can be removed. (head sits on edge of spun rim without Dobson tone ring)
TONE QUALITIES
Good sustain, warm projecting tone. Less sustain w/o Dobson tone ring.
Specification
Brand Specifics
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Exclusivity
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Exclusive UK Retailer
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Banjo Type
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5 String Banjo
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Number of Strings
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5 String
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Pot
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Pot Type
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Open back
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Pot Diameter
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12"
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Pot Construction
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3 ply Walnut, Cherry or Maple
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Tone Ring Fitted
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Yes
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Tone Ring Type
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Pisgah Dobson Tone Ring
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Banjo Head Type
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Renaissance
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Crown Height
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High Crown (1/2")
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Tension Hoop
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Notched and Aged Solid Brass
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Number of Hooks
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18
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Bridge
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3 footed maple with ebony tip
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Bridge Height
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5/8"
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Tailpiece
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Solid Brass Traditional 5 String Tailpiece
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Armrest Fitted
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No
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Neck
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Neck Material
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Walnut, Cherry or Maple
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Fretboard
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Persimmon
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Number of Frets
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17
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Neck Inlays
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Dots
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Scale Length
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25.5"
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Headstock
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Nut Material
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Delrin
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Nut Width
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1 5/16" (33.3mm)
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Tuning Pegs
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Gotoh Planetary Tuners
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Tuner Buttons
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Black Plastic
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Finish
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Finish
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Natural Shellac and Eco friendly low VOC varnish
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Other
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Country of Manufacture
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Right or Left Handed
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Right Handed
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Supplied with Case/Gig Bag
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Gig Bag
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Manufacturers Warranty
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Weight
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5lb 5oz
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Misc
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Option
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Walnut, Cherry, Maple,
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