Richwood RMB-904 Tenor Banjo
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The Richwood RMB-904 is a solid, well-appointed tenor banjo perfect for Irish traditional music and lighter bluegrass styles. The mahogany neck feels great, and the ebony fingerboard provides a clean, articulate tone. It's a great entry point for players seeking a quality instrument without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Richwood RMB-904 Tenor Banjo
- 4-String Tenor Banjo
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Rim: Aluminium
- Head: 11" Remo Weatherking white
- Elaborate inlays on fingerboard & headstock
- Ivoride body binding
- Scale: 575 mm
- Nut width: 30.5 mm
- Bone nut
- 19 Frets
- 24 Tuning lugs
- Flat bar hoop
- Vintage style tailpiece
- Maple bridge
- 2-Way adjustable truss rod
- Enclosed high grade banjo style tuners with 4: 1 gear ratio
- Tuning G-D-A-E (Irish)
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Natural gloss
PROS
- • Ebony fingerboard provides excellent clarity and note definition.
- • Mahogany neck offers warmth and comfortable playing feel.
- • Remo Weatherking head delivers a crisp, responsive tone.
- • High-grade tuners ensure stable tuning and precise intonation.
CONS
- • Aluminium rim may lack the sustain of a brass or steel rim.
- • Natural gloss finish might show fingerprints and handling marks easily.
- • Tenor banjo tuning (G-D-A-E) limits versatility compared to 5-string options.
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Key Features
Type
4-String Tenor Banjo
Head Size
11 in
Resonator
No
Strings
4
Neck Material
Mahogany
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The aluminium rim will be brighter and more responsive than a brass rim, but it won’t have the same warm, sustained tone – it’s a trade-off for a lighter instrument.
Yes, the 2-way adjustable truss rod is accessible, allowing for easy neck relief adjustments to accommodate different string gauges or climates.
The inlays are nicely detailed and contribute to the banjo’s aesthetic appeal; they’re not overly ornate, but they’re a step above basic factory designs.
