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ORB Banjos are handcrafted Open back Banjos inspired by the great instruments of the Classic Era.

Only the finest seasoned tonewoods are used

Standard Features

Hoop:
Figured maple - 5 x laminated - 9/16" thickness fitted with rolled brass tonering.

Available in 11" or 12" diameter

Neck:
Figured maple - 3 piece - reinforced with carbon fibre.

Fingerboard:
Best ebony with MoP Dot inlays.

Head and Heel overlays:
Ebony or burlwood

Geared planetary tuners

No-knot tailpiece

Fibreskyn head

Finish:
Handrubbed honeyblonde or
vintage amber.


Rim of
Birdseye
Custom banjo

Peghead of
Birdseye
Custom banjo