Epiphone has been making banjos since the 1920s, and this Inspired by Gibson Mastertone Classic Banjo model recreates one of the world's most desirable and famous banjos–the classic Gibson RB-3 Mastertone 5-string banjo from the 1930s–at an accessible price. The Epiphone Mastertone Classic Banjo features a mahogany resonator, a 3-ply mahogany rim, and nickel hardware. The 26.4" scale-figured mahogany neck has a laurel fretboard with 22 medium/tall frets and is adorned with Style 3 mother-of-pearl inlays and a Mastertone Block inlay at the end of the fretboard. A hardshell case is also included.
A hardshell case is also included.
Type |
Resonator |
Colour |
Natural |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
5 |
Body Shape |
11" Resonator Banjo; One Piece Flange, Mastertone Construction |
Body Material |
Remo 11" Frosted Banjo Head Top with Mahogany Resonator; Two 3-ply Back |
Neck Material |
Mahogany |
Neck Shape |
C |
Fretboard Material |
Laurel |
Number of Frets |
22 |
Fretboard Inlays |
Mother of Pearl Style 3 and Mastertone Block |
Nut Material |
Bone |
Nut Width |
30mm |
Bridge |
5-String, Maple with Ebony Cap |
Tailpiece |
Straight Line |
Tuners |
Planetary with Pearloid Buttons |
Case/ Bag |
Hardshell Case |