Proudly made in the USA by Deering Banjos, the Vega Vintage Star is a brand new model that steps into the captivating world of traditional music. Deering designed the Vega Vintage Star to capture the rich, old-time tone and vintage aesthetics reminiscent of late 19th-century instruments.The Vintage Star integrates tradition with modern playability and adjustability, offering musicians a familiar yet versatile instrument Central to its design is a 12" violin-grade Maple rim and the Dobson tone ring, which was original patented by Henry Dobson in 1881. This time-tested piece of banjo engineering strikes a delicate balance between rich lows and crystalline highs, lending warmth and clarity that's reminiscent of bygone eras. The bigger 12" pot produces a sound more resonant and open, and the Dobson tone ring balances lows and highs With a Renaissance head, the overall result is a quintessential old-time sound with just the right sustain, transporting you to the roots of American music Beyond the build quality and the sound it produces, the Vintage Star is also a nice-looking banjo. The hardwarefeatures a durable frosty bronze powder finish that accentuates the natural streaks in the ebony fingerboard. This finish is not only visually appealing but also hypoallergenic, ensuring comfort during prolonged playing sessions. Additionally, the matching maple armrest adds to the instrument's ergonomic design. With its timeless beauty, unparalleled craftsmanship, and captivating sound, the Vega Vintage Star is more than just a musical instrument—like the 19th banjos that inspired it, this 5-string open-back is sure to be a cherished heirloom that honors tradition while embracing innovation. Neck Wood: Quartersawn Maple Neck Shape: Vega "D" Shape Stain: Dark Walnut Finish: Satin Nut Material: Ebony Tuners: Deering Planetary Tuners with Black Buttons 5th String Tuner: Deering Gotoh Geared 5th String Tuner Frets: 22 Nickel Silver Frets Rim: 12" Thinner 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple Rim Diameter: 12" Tone Ring: Dobson Tone Ring Head: 12" Renaissance Low Crown Tension Hoop: Beveled Steel Tension Hoop Hooks & Nuts: 24 Flat J-Hooks and 9/32″ Hex Nuts
