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Pisgah Appalachian front
$1616 IN STOCK
The Pisgah Appalachian is all you need if you are looking for a quality, step-up banjo! It is a simple, classic, no-frills banjo, similar in features to the Pisgah Possum, but with a rolled brass tone ring instead of persimmon to give a little more punch to the tone. This banjo is perfect for anyone looking for a solid heirloom banjo that can be played for centuries and doesn't break the bank.
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Rolled brass tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with folk heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Pisgah Appalachian is all you need if you are looking for a quality, step-up banjo! It is a simple, classic, no-frills banjo, similar in features to the Pisgah Possum, but with a rolled brass tone ring instead of persimmon to give a little more punch to the tone. This banjo is perfect for anyone looking for a solid heirloom banjo that can be played for centuries and doesn't break the bank.
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Rolled brass tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with folk heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Appalachian back
$1616 IN STOCK
The Pisgah Appalachian is all you need if you are looking for a quality, step-up banjo! It is a simple, classic, no-frills banjo, similar in features to the Pisgah Possum, but with a rolled brass tone ring instead of persimmon to give a little more punch to the tone. This banjo is perfect for anyone looking for a solid heirloom banjo that can be played for centuries and doesn't break the bank.
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Rolled brass tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with folk heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Pisgah Appalachian is all you need if you are looking for a quality, step-up banjo! It is a simple, classic, no-frills banjo, similar in features to the Pisgah Possum, but with a rolled brass tone ring instead of persimmon to give a little more punch to the tone. This banjo is perfect for anyone looking for a solid heirloom banjo that can be played for centuries and doesn't break the bank.
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Rolled brass tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with folk heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson Front
$1706 SOLD
The Pisgah Dobson is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Pisgah Dobson is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Pisgah Dobson is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Pisgah Dobson is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson back
$1706 SOLD
The Pisgah Dobson is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Pisgah Dobson is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Pisgah Dobson is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Pisgah Dobson is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-persimmons fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock with quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson Professional front
$2336 IN STOCK
The Dobson Professional features a new slotted headstock design in stained curly maple. This model is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Dobson Professional is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece curly maple neck with vintage boat heel
-richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-slotted headstock
-brass Gotoh guitar style tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Dobson Professional features a new slotted headstock design in stained curly maple. This model is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Dobson Professional is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece curly maple neck with vintage boat heel
-richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-slotted headstock
-brass Gotoh guitar style tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson Professional back
$2336 IN STOCK
The Dobson Professional features a new slotted headstock design in stained curly maple. This model is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Dobson Professional is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece curly maple neck with vintage boat heel
-richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-slotted headstock
-brass Gotoh guitar style tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Dobson Professional features a new slotted headstock design in stained curly maple. This model is perfect for those looking for a lighter weight banjo with good sustain and projection. Pisgahs Dobson tone ring is modeled after the original 1881 patent, is bell shaped and gives the banjo good sustain and resonance while only adding 9 ounces to the total weight. The Dobson Professional is very responsive, making it a joy to play!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece curly maple neck with vintage boat heel
-richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-slotted headstock
-brass Gotoh guitar style tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson Rambler front
$1706 IN STOCK
The Rambler Dobson is the first affordable, sustainable, hand made spun-over rim banjo on the market! This banjo features a 12" stainless steel spun-over rim with a REMOVABLE Dobson tone ring, richlite fingerboard, and a walnut neck. All hardware made in USA by Balsam Banjoworks!
-12" stainless steel pot spun over walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Rambler Dobson is the first affordable, sustainable, hand made spun-over rim banjo on the market! This banjo features a 12" stainless steel spun-over rim with a REMOVABLE Dobson tone ring, richlite fingerboard, and a walnut neck. All hardware made in USA by Balsam Banjoworks!
-12" stainless steel pot spun over walnut pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Dobson Rambler back
$1706 IN STOCK
The Rambler Dobson is the first affordable, sustainable, hand made spun-over rim banjo on the market! This banjo features a 12" stainless steel spun-over rim with a REMOVABLE Dobson tone ring, richlite fingerboard, and a walnut neck. All hardware made in USA by Balsam Banjoworks!
-12" stainless steel pot spun over walnut25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
The Rambler Dobson is the first affordable, sustainable, hand made spun-over rim banjo on the market! This banjo features a 12" stainless steel spun-over rim with a REMOVABLE Dobson tone ring, richlite fingerboard, and a walnut neck. All hardware made in USA by Balsam Banjoworks!
-12" stainless steel pot spun over walnut25 1/2" scale
-Dobson style nickel plated brass "silver bell" tone ring
-2 piece walnut neck with vintage boat heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-paddle style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-no knot tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Laydie front
$2246 IN STOCK
Pisgahs version of the famous Vega Whyte Laydie banjo from the turn of the century. This blond bombshell features a scalloped "electric" tone ring also know as the Whyte Laydie tone ring and is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. The Pisgah Laydie presents amazing volume, punchiness, and great responsiveness for playability. Staying true to its ancestor, this model only comes in natural "Whyte" with no stain. The Pisgah Laydie is definitely a show stopper in any banjo setting!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-"Whyte Laydie Electric" tone ring
-2 curly maple neck with
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-Vintage style headstock with Quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgahs version of the famous Vega Whyte Laydie banjo from the turn of the century. This blond bombshell features a scalloped "electric" tone ring also know as the Whyte Laydie tone ring and is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. The Pisgah Laydie presents amazing volume, punchiness, and great responsiveness for playability. Staying true to its ancestor, this model only comes in natural "Whyte" with no stain. The Pisgah Laydie is definitely a show stopper in any banjo setting!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-"Whyte Laydie Electric" tone ring
-2 curly maple neck with
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-Vintage style headstock with Quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Laydie back
$2246 IN STOCK
Pisgahs version of the famous Vega Whyte Laydie banjo from the turn of the century. This blond bombshell features a scalloped "electric" tone ring also know as the Whyte Laydie tone ring and is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. The Pisgah Laydie presents amazing volume, punchiness, and great responsiveness for playability. Staying true to its ancestor, this model only comes in natural "Whyte" with no stain. The Pisgah Laydie is definitely a show stopper in any banjo setting!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-"Whyte Laydie Electric" tone ring
-2 curly maple neck with
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-Vintage style headstock with Quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgahs version of the famous Vega Whyte Laydie banjo from the turn of the century. This blond bombshell features a scalloped "electric" tone ring also know as the Whyte Laydie tone ring and is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. The Pisgah Laydie presents amazing volume, punchiness, and great responsiveness for playability. Staying true to its ancestor, this model only comes in natural "Whyte" with no stain. The Pisgah Laydie is definitely a show stopper in any banjo setting!
-12" curly maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-"Whyte Laydie Electric" tone ring
-2 curly maple neck with
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-Vintage style headstock with Quilted star inlay
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Hawktail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Tubaphone front
$2246 IN STOCK
This is our version of the legendary Vega Tubaphone banjo from the turn of the century. A very close representation with some modern improvements, this banjo will stand out in any crowd. Our Tubaphone tone ring is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. If you need a banjo with good volume, great sustain, and an incredible low end, the Pisgah Tubaphone is for you.
-12" maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Tubaphone tone ring
-2 piece maple neck with vintage heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-vintage style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawk tail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
This is our version of the legendary Vega Tubaphone banjo from the turn of the century. A very close representation with some modern improvements, this banjo will stand out in any crowd. Our Tubaphone tone ring is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. If you need a banjo with good volume, great sustain, and an incredible low end, the Pisgah Tubaphone is for you.
-12" maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Tubaphone tone ring
-2 piece maple neck with vintage heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-vintage style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawk tail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
Pisgah Tubaphone back
$2246 IN STOCK
This is our version of the legendary Vega Tubaphone banjo from the turn of the century. A very close representation with some modern improvements, this banjo will stand out in any crowd. Our Tubaphone tone ring is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. If you need a banjo with good volume, great sustain, and an incredible low end, the Pisgah Tubaphone is for you.
-12" maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Tubaphone tone ring
-2 piece maple neck with vintage heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-vintage style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawk tail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
This is our version of the legendary Vega Tubaphone banjo from the turn of the century. A very close representation with some modern improvements, this banjo will stand out in any crowd. Our Tubaphone tone ring is made in house by hand and molded with exacting specifications from an original, making the tone unmistakable from nearly a century ago when it was first created. If you need a banjo with good volume, great sustain, and an incredible low end, the Pisgah Tubaphone is for you.
-12" maple pot
-25 1/2" scale
-Tubaphone tone ring
-2 piece maple neck with vintage heel
-Richlite fret board with frailing scoop
-vintage style headstock
-brass Gotoh vertical geared tuning pegs
-brass Gotoh 5th peg
-Remo renaissance head
-Hawk tail tailpiece
-brass retaining hoop with 18 aged brass brackets
-hand made in Ashville, NC
-Includes hard bag
-for more information call us at 607-272-2602
-text us at 607-592-4135
-email us at info@guitarworks.com
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