The Elite Flying Eagle
- Mahogany Resonator & Neck- 20 Hole Bell Brass Tone Ring
- Bound Ebony Fretboard
- 27-3/8” Scale Length
- Deluxe Hardshell Case
Modeled after the original Mastertone banjos of the 1930's, the Recording King RK-Elite offers players vintage sound and handcrafted construction.
Professional components like a classic Mastertone-style tone ring and true steam-bent 3-ply maple rim put this banjo in a category by itself.
With classic design features like the vintage-style double-cut Recording King peghead and custom Flying Eagle-style inlay, this banjo proudly wears its historic heritage.
The 27-3/8" scale delivers extra punch, combining traditional sound and looks with modern power.
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SPECIFICATIONS
| Model: | RK-ELITE-75 |
|---|---|
| Resonator: | One-Piece Mahogany |
| Rim: | 3-Ply Maple |
| Flange: | Mastertone-Style One-Piece |
| Head: | Remo Frosted Head, 11" High Crown |
| Tone Ring: | Mastertone-Style |
| Tension Hoop: | 24-Hook Brass Notched; Round American Threaded Hooks and Nuts |
| Coordinator Rod(s): | Dual 1930's Style |
| Neck: | One-Piece Slim Profile Mahogany |
| Fretboard: | Bound Ebony |
| Hardware: | Nickel-Plated |
| Tailpiece: | Presto-Style |
| Bridge: | Maple / Ebony; 5/8" |
| Nut: | Bone |
| Fret Markers: | Custom Flying Eagle-Style M.O.P. Inlay |
| Inlay: | Custom Flying Eagle-Style M.O.P. Inlay |
| Peghead: | Double-Cut Recording King |
| Overlay: | Ebony Peghead Overlay with Mother of Pearl Inlay |
| Tuners: | Gotoh Planetary Tuners With Geared 5th Peg |
| Binding: | Ivoroid |
| Scale Length: | 27-3/8" |
| Armrest: | Included |
| Finish: | Gloss |
| Case: | Included Vintage Hardhsell Case |
