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Jun 9, 2023 - 10:41:20 PM
5721 posts since 3/6/2006

I know that OME makes one model where a woody tone ring comes standard. Do you know of any other makers who produce banjos with a wood tone ring? I know you can always get them modified, but just want to see how many are manufactured that way.

Jun 9, 2023 - 10:50:21 PM

banjoy

USA

11522 posts since 7/1/2006

Nechville

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:29:38 AM

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USA

27423 posts since 6/25/2005

Charles Waldman

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:35:20 AM

39545 posts since 2/28/2006

I have two, one by Mark Hickler and the other by Zach Hoyt.

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:40:44 AM

347 posts since 11/4/2012

Kevin Enoch

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:57:20 AM
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216 posts since 12/27/2019

I have a "Hornbeam Special" openback made by Jan Bloom. It is a bit unusual compared to most "woodies" mentioned here in that the tone ring is actually a discrete separate piece -- exquisitely crafted of hornbeam (a.k.a. ironwood) -- precisely machined to slip-fit onto a channel cut into the maple rim. Just like a tone ring made of brass might, only wood.

Also unusual is that the pot is 11.5" -- a true goldilocks banjo!

Jun 10, 2023 - 3:27:30 AM
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68 posts since 11/28/2017

The Deering John Hartford banjo comes standard with a grenadillo tone ring. It's a custom option on many of its other models.

Jun 10, 2023 - 3:48:39 AM

304 posts since 5/27/2008

I have a maple tonering made by Cliff Fitch.

Has 3/8" skirt.


 

Edited by - notty pine on 06/10/2023 03:52:13

Jun 10, 2023 - 5:10:15 AM
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3380 posts since 12/31/2005

Cedar Mountain Banjos.  Mostly known for openbacks that are phenomenal.  I believe the wood ring is sort of standard for most of their models, it certainly is for the L series.   Tim also has made a resonator model in the past (the Bramble)   and he'd probably do one on special order.  

Jun 10, 2023 - 6:08:06 AM

4700 posts since 10/13/2005

Stone Banjo Company – phenomenal craftsmanship, beauty, materials and low prices. Check them out here at BHO in Marketplace to other makers to Stone. Best bang for the buck in Banjodom! banjered

Jun 10, 2023 - 7:14:24 AM

3307 posts since 4/5/2006

Interesting discussion. Although aware of the Deering John Hartford tone ring for years, I've never investigated how it, or others, are made. Specifically, which way the grain runs?

Jun 10, 2023 - 7:58:34 AM

5721 posts since 3/6/2006

Great info - thanks! I was thinking of the major names, but had not considered the smaller one man operations which of course is where much of the innovation happens. I may redirect my focus there.

Jun 10, 2023 - 8:07:39 AM
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5721 posts since 3/6/2006

quote:
Originally posted by Brian Murphy

Cedar Mountain Banjos.  Mostly known for openbacks that are phenomenal.  I believe the wood ring is sort of standard for most of their models, it certainly is for the L series.   Tim also has made a resonator model in the past (the Bramble)   and he'd probably do one on special order.  


Way to sell a banjo - those guys are phenomenal!

Jun 10, 2023 - 8:33:11 AM

raybob

USA

13823 posts since 12/11/2003

Mike Ramsey made some wood tone ring banjos. One of his models was called the 'Woody'.

Jun 10, 2023 - 9:22 AM

1545 posts since 1/9/2012

Luscomb -- (1888 patent)

Edited by - davidppp on 06/10/2023 09:24:24

Jun 10, 2023 - 9:34:59 AM
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1829 posts since 4/13/2017

Of my current banjo models, 8 of 11 models are woodies, and the remaining 4 use a 1/4" brass hoop.

lemonbanjosupply.com/collectio...es-banjos
lemonbanjosupply.com/collectio...es-banjos

I'm also working a new and exciting design for a woodie. I have yet to test it for the first time, but that first test will be happening next week. Hopefully all goes well!

Edited by - Lemon Banjo and Supply on 06/10/2023 09:36:04

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:04:13 PM
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mud400

USA

128 posts since 5/30/2016

Turtle Hill made a run of woodie resonators.
I liked mine.

Jun 10, 2023 - 12:46:49 PM

Alex Z

USA

5512 posts since 12/7/2006

Stelling made a woodie for a while, with Tony Pass rim.  In fact, there is one in the classifieds now.

https://www.banjohangout.org/classified/96193

I don't know which banjos have a wood rim and no tone ring, or a separate piece of wood sitting on the wood rim.

Jun 10, 2023 - 1:16:33 PM
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14495 posts since 6/2/2008

Deering also makes a "White Oak" woody banjo that's essentially an oak version of the Eagle II minus the metal tone ring. Link to follow.

And let's not forget the much-missed Recording King RK-R25 resonator banjo and RK-O25 open back woodies. 

Jun 10, 2023 - 1:42:28 PM

1545 posts since 1/9/2012

The Deering White Oak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMEwAOMtmAA

My wife, bless her, bought me the 12", a surprise birthday present.  I REALLY like it.  Greg Deering likes them, too.  wink

Jun 10, 2023 - 8:34:26 PM
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642 posts since 2/20/2013

quote:
Originally posted by monstertone

Interesting discussion. Although aware of the Deering John Hartford tone ring for years, I've never investigated how it, or others, are made. Specifically, which way the grain runs?


    The Grenadillo ring on the Hartford is made of blocks, just like a block rim except only  about one inch in height. The top of the blocks is said to have a slight hump or rise, not the incline that a metal ring does. I own a Hartford but have never seen it apart.  The maple rim that is below is said to be a slightly softer maple than most banjo rims. This design was chosen after trial and error by John and Greg Deering.  

Jun 10, 2023 - 10:37:22 PM
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rvrose

USA

966 posts since 6/29/2007

I bought a WindRose open back with a rosewood tone ring awhile back. Great sound. windrosebanjos.com/

Rick

Jun 11, 2023 - 2:24:07 PM
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LukeL

USA

187 posts since 9/14/2017

Randy Wood. randywoodmusic.com

Jun 15, 2023 - 4:05:55 PM

chris-duffer

Canada

2 posts since 10/23/2016

Bob Flesher made me a beautiful, simple banjo with a rosewood tone ring.

Jun 16, 2023 - 5:43:53 AM
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13 posts since 11/6/2019

I have the Deering Hartford, and it does sound nice. It replaced my Deering Eagle 2 which sounded beautiful but I thought it was too heavy. I play standing up, and I busk sometimes for about an hour and half, and the Eagle 2 was too heavy for that. I also have a Gold Tone White Laydie and a Wildwood Troubadour (tubaphone). They are both light and sound great. I play 3 finger style, but I like open backs for their weight, and they're less bulky to play. All that said, the metal tone ring on the Deering Eagle 2 was the most beautiful sound I heard, so you can't beat that sound. That's why for weight, the smaller tone rings are something to investigate, esp the White Laydie. I think that sounds the best. The Hartford sounds great, but it is a warmer sound, not surprisingly.

Jun 16, 2023 - 8:17:48 AM

Brodoh

USA

28 posts since 2/25/2017

I have a 12" Walnut Pisgah Possum with an integrated Persimmon tone ring. Love the deep. rich, resonant tone.

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