SOLD Rickard Whyte Laydie (reduced price)

Price: $2,950.00 CAD ($2,041.03 USD)

Mint Whyte Laydie for sale..
Serial number 1473

It's a lovely banjo, will be sad to part..
Currently strung with ghs pf 160.
I have installed a zeronut glide for improved sound and intonation.
This also allows for switching between steel and nylons as well as different string gauges.

Included with sale.
Premium rickard hard shell bump case
Renaissance head shown in photos,
Moon bridge.
No knot tailpiece
Wire arm rest.

Can include the John Balch spotted goat skin head and walnut armrest for an additional 200.00ca.



More item description below..

This elegant banjo is Rickard’s tribute to Vega’s Whyte Laydie, one the most revered open-back banjos. It features the famous scalloped tone ring, which is made in Rickard’s workshop and is based on the original specifications. The particular banjo has a 12- inch diameter shell which has a nice balance of clarity and sweetness of tone. Like its ancestor it has an unstained, “Whyte” maple neck (blond maple finishes didn't become popular until years later). Other features include an ebony fretboard with a frailing scoop, aged brass hardware, and a star inlay on the headstock. The Rickard Whyte Laydie presents amazing volume, punchiness, and great responsiveness for playability.

Shipping: Ship via ups with tracking.

Posted By: tbar_434
Canada, BC

Condition of Banjo: Used - Mint Condition

Type: 5-String Openback, Brand: Rickard

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