{"product_id":"ome-alpha-open-back-5-string-banjo-natural-satin-finish-w-gig-bag","title":"OME Alpha Open Back 5-String Banjo Natural Satin Finish w\/ Gig Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e*BUY BRAND NEW FROM AN AUTHORIZED OME DEALER!*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is our brand-new, mainstream open back banjo that combines made-in-America craftsmanship with smart design choices in a richly resonant banjo that fits into a great number of traditional music styles. The Alpha is built with an all maple multi-ply tone rim and is paired with a Remo Renaissance head, 14 brackets, and a notched brass tension hoop. The tone rim design creates a warm and classic old time sensation with every note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mini paddle headstock shape borrows from a time long forgotten. K\u0026amp;H low-profile \"pancake\" style planetary tuners with vintage-style amber buttons inspire tuning confidence. The 1 11\/32\" nut width makes playing the Alpha a comfortable and smooth experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha's mahogany neck with its smooth rounded over heel and tung oil finish harkens back to simpler times. The two-way truss rod provides precise control of neck relief and compensation for lighter or heavier string gauges. With its 17 fret, S-scooped, rosewood fingerboard, the Alpha is perfect for all styles of clawhammer banjo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounded out with a mahogany armrest, a wooden rim stick, and a .656\" walnut and ebony capped bridge, the Alpha compliments any banjo collection. The 12\" rim is finished in a thin satin lacquer to project maximum warmth and response while maintaining that old time vibe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha weighs less than 6 pounds and has a 25.5\" scale length which allows it to be easily played in standard tunings as well as tuned up to A. A comfy padded bag is included for the Alpha's protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Alpha is made by OME luthiers in Titusville, Florida, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEATURES:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK\u0026amp;H Low Profile Pancake Tuners\u003cbr\u003eAmber Buttons\u003cbr\u003e1-11\/32\" Nut Width\u003cbr\u003eMini Paddle Headstock Shape\u003cbr\u003eRosewood Fretboard\u003cbr\u003eFlat Radius\u003cbr\u003eTwo-Way Adjustable Truss Rod\u003cbr\u003eHand-Rubbed Oil Neck Finish\u003cbr\u003e17 Nickel Frets\u003cbr\u003eMahogany Neck\u003cbr\u003eMother of Pearl Dot Inlays\u003cbr\u003eMahogany Armrest\u003cbr\u003e14 Brackets\u003cbr\u003eRim Stick Coordinator Rod\u003cbr\u003eBrass Hardware\u003cbr\u003e12\" Maple Multi-Ply Rim\u003cbr\u003e14 Notched Brass Tension Hoop\u003cbr\u003eWalnut Bridge w\/ Ebony Cap\u003cbr\u003eSatin Lacquer Body Finish\u003cbr\u003eRemo Renaissance MC Head\u003cbr\u003eNo-Knot Tailpiece\u003cbr\u003eTone Rim\u003cbr\u003e25.5\" Scale Length\u003cbr\u003ePadded Gig Bag Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OME","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55533671350571,"sku":null,"price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1141\/7300\/files\/IMG_0281.jpg?v=1789072595","url":"https:\/\/www.morrellmusic.com\/products\/ome-alpha-open-back-5-string-banjo-natural-satin-finish-w-gig-bag","provider":"Morrell Music Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}