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The Madison RK-R36

Recording King

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The Recording King Madison RK-R36 is for every banjo player looking for a high-quality, great-sounding instrument that won't break the bank. The RK-R36 is built with a Mastertone-style bell brass cast tone ring and one-piece flange just like the best-selling RK-R35, but with a select mahogany resonator and neck.

The 24-hook brass tension hoop allows the head to be adjusted to the perfect tension, and the nickel-plated hardware matches vintage Mastertone-style specs at a fraction of the price. Case sold separately.
Recording King RK-R36 Madison Select Mahogany Resonator Banjo
Recording King RK-R36 Madison Select Mahogany Resonator Banjo
Recording King RK-R36 Madison Select Mahogany Resonator Banjo

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  • Mahogany resonator
  • Mastertone-style bell brass cast tone ring
  • Mastertone-style one-piece banjo flange
  • Mahogany (R36) neck with adjustable truss rod
  • 3-Ply steam bent maple rim
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • Bone nut
  • American threaded hooks and nuts
  • Dual coordinator rods
  • Planetary tuning machines
  • Nickel-plated hardware
  • 24 Hook brass tension hoop
  • Set up and adjusted in the USA
  • Brown gloss finish
  • Case sold separately

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3.67

3 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  2. genuine mahogany1
  3. heavy cast bell brass tone ring1

Reviewed by 3 customers

  • when it got here the Head stock broke off

    1

    submitted5 years ago

    bychug

    fromDayton Ohio

    When it got here the outer box and the other box that the banjo was in was perfect with no damage it all. But when i tried to take the banjo out of the box the head stock fell right off. It was Brocken right off. So I think it was broke when who ever put it in the box.

  • LOVE this banjo!

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byBanjomama

    fromRichmond, VA

    LOVE this banjo. Great tone and quality. I would not have higher expectations in this price range. It is not ornate, but it is beautiful in its simplicity.

  • Wonderful tone...really packs a punch

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 years ago

    byYalie from GA

    fromNew Haven, CT

    I had my reservations about purchasing a Recording King banjo, but the cyber monday deal came along and I couldn't resist getting over $200 off this banjo, so I took a chance. I'm really please with the instrument. It's well balanced, great quality, and I would b comfortable taking it to jams or performing with it. The only con, really, is that it's not a Gibson. And in that case, my budget just isn't at the price point to buy a vintage Gibson banjo, so this is a wonderful substitute. Like many instruments made in China of high quality, the materials and craftmanship is impressive, but it can use a professional luthier setup. No surprise there. Well-built, but after a setup this instrument really sings.

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  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byString Slinger

    fromRocky Mt, NC

    Would the 15% Pres Day coupon apply?

    Would the 15% Pres Day coupon apply?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The discount should apply to this Resonator Banjo. You would just need to give us a call to request this.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byCarrie

    fromLexington, SC

    Can I get it shipped to the store so I can play it before I buy it?

    Can I get it shipped to the store so I can play it before I buy it?

    Open Reply -
    No, unfortunately not. you would need to place an order online and select the store you would like to have it shipped to. Otherwise you can call the store to request that they stock the item in their inventory.