Forever a shop favorite, we're proud to offer a new Ome Tupelo model, now made by Gold Tone in Florida, who are continuing the rich, 60+ year, legacy of the famous Colorado company. Crafted from high-quality cherry, the 25.5" scale neck features an ebony fingerboard with 17 hardened nickel frets and brass dot inlays. The tung oil finish enhances the natural beauty of the wood, while the brass dot position markers ensure easy navigation along the fretboard. The 12" cherry rim is paired with a Renaissance head produces a rich, resonant sound that captures the essence of traditional banjo tones. Aged brass hardware, including the brass aged tension hoop and Sweetone tailpiece, further accentuates its vintage charm. The wooden armrest and tortoise shell binding add a touch of elegance, while the ebonite rim cap provides durability. It comes strung with .010, .012, .015, .024w, .010 gauge strings and is tuned to GDGBD, making it suitable for a variety of musical genres. The banjo also includes a case for protection and portability.