
Ome Tupelo 5-String Banjo
The Ome Tupelo has a very authentic old time banjo tone with a very woody tone. It features a 17 fret S-scoped fingerboard. The 2-ply cherry rim is 9/16” thick and is capped with black ebonite and bound with simulated tortoise shell. The Ome 12” maple Tone Rim construction combined with fewer brackets and wood rim-rod produce Ome's “woodiest” old-time banjo tone. The Tupelo is made with the same care and precision as other Ome instruments and comes complete with a hardshell case and Limited Lifetime Warranty. Made in Titusville, Florida The headstock of this banjo showcases ebony buttons atop Rickard Cyclone tuners, embodying the Paddle shape. With a nut width of 1 11/32", it ensures a comfortable playing experience. The headstock design reflects classic elegance, seamlessly blending with the banjo's overall vintage look. Crafted from high-quality cherry, the neck features an ebony fingerboard with 17 hardened nickel frets and brass dot inlays. The tung oil finish enhances the natural