Ortega OBJ950-FMA
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The Ortega OBJ950-FMA is a seriously well-built banjo. The combination of the solid maple body and flamed maple resonator gives it a great balance of warmth and projection. It's a great option for intermediate to advanced bluegrass players looking for a professional-grade instrument without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Ortega OBJ950-FMA
- 5-String Banjo
- 3-Ply solid maple body
- Solid flamed maple resonator
- Coated Remo heat
- Hard maple neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Brass tone ring
- Gold hardware
- Mechanics aligned to the rear
- 22 frets
- Scale: 670 mm (26.38")
- Nut width: 30 mm (1.18")
- Finish: Natural high gloss
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Solid maple 3-ply body delivers a warm, punchy fundamental tone.
- • Flamed maple resonator projects volume and crisp highs effectively.
- • Rear-mounted geared tuners offer precise and easy tuning adjustments.
- • Rosewood fingerboard provides a comfortable playing experience and good sustain.
CONS
- • The natural high gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
- • The 670mm scale might feel slightly long for players with smaller hands.
- • While versatile, it's primarily geared towards bluegrass and similar styles.
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Key Features
Type
5-String Banjo
Head Size
11 inch
Resonator
Solid flamed maple
Strings
Steel
Neck Material
Hard maple
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The brass tone ring provides a good, bright tone, but it lacks the complexity and sustain of higher-end bronze or chrome rings – a noticeable difference for experienced players.
The neck width is fairly standard at 30mm, but the 670mm scale length can feel a bit stretched for those with significantly larger hands, potentially impacting reach.
The included gig bag is functional, but it's a basic padded bag; for serious gigging, a more robust, hardshell case is highly recommended.
