This tedious process pays off with perfectly even frets and easy refretting in the future. The frets of the Maple Blossom, Deluxe, Sierra, and Boston are hammered in by a skilled craftsman. The sound of a banjo is greatly affected be the type of wood used in its construction. Though most of our banjos have the same pot construction, the wood of the neck affects the ultimate sound. Maple has a bright, crisp sound, while mahogany creates a sweeter tone.
Walnut tends to be brighter that mahogany, and sweeter than maple.
East Indian rosewood has a brassy sound compared with other woods. And Brazilian rosewood has a wonderful bold and brassy, yet sweet tone that's in a class be itself. Custom options in wood are available to ensure that you get the sound you desire. Everyone who sees this banjo is literally astonished at its beauty. Secondly, the tone and volume of this banjo is simply astonishing.