Recording King RK-R76 - Elite
Recording King RK-R76 Elite
RK-76 Bluegrass Resonator Banjo with Hearts and Flowers Inlay
The Recording King RK76 banjo is a top of the line professional banjo at a price you can afford.
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Recording King RK 76
Modeled after the original Mastertone banjos of the 1930's, the Recording King RK-Elite offers players vintage sound and handcrafted construction. Professional components like a classic Mastertone-style tone ring, true steam-bent 3-ply maple rim and nitrocellulose lacquer finish put this banjo in a category by itself. With classic design features like the vintage-style double-cut Recording King peghead and custom Hearts & Flowers-style peghead and fretboard inlay, this banjo proudly carries forward the tradition of one of history's most revered instrument manufacturers.
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List of FREE Items for this Banjo
Professional Banjo Set up ($50 value)- Free 5th String Free Capo Spikes ($25 value)
- Free Zero Glide Nut Installation on Request ($75 value)
- Free Recording King CG-044JK Deluxe Arched Hard Shell Case
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Buying a Recording King Banjo at BanjoTeacher.com
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BanjoTeacher.com is a full warranty authorized dealer for Recording King Banjos and we carry every model of Recording King Banjo and all other Recording King instruments as well.
Professional Banjo Set Ups
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Video - Ross Nickerson Recording King RK-75 Elite and 76 Elite Banjo Video
The demo video on this page I am playing the RK 75. The 75 and 76 are exactly the same banjo. The only difference is the RK R76 has the scrolled writing on the peghead and hearts and flowers inlay, same as Earl Scruggs's Gibson Mastertone. The RK 75 is a replica of the old Gibson Flying Eagle Inlay Pattern and has the Recording King written in a block on the Peghead.
Hi Ross! Your educational videos have been so incredibly insightful -- filling in a lot of missing areas for me. Even though I'm still learning, I gave myself permission to update my profile with my beautiful banjo. I have a healthy obsession with my new instrument....can't thank you enough!
The Guardian CG-044J hardshell banjo case that comes with the Elite 76 is awesome. They fit tight, have a perfectly balanced and well padded handle like the old Gibson cases and an arched top.
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SPECS
Model: RK-ELITE-76
Resonator:One-Piece Mahogany
Rim: 3-Ply Maple
Flange: Mastertone-Style One-Piece
Head: Remo Frosted Head, 11" High Crown
Tone Ring: Mastertone-Style
Tension Hoop: 24-Hook Brass Notched; Round American Threaded Hooks and Nuts
Coordinator Rod(s): Dual 1930's Style
Neck: One-Piece Slim Profile Mahogany
Fretboard: Bound Ebony
Hardware: Nickel-Plated
Tailpiece: Presto-Style
Bridge: Maple / Ebony; 5/8"
Nut: Bone
Fret Markers: Custom Hearts & Flowers-Style M.O.P. Peghead Inlay
Inlay: RK Custom Hearts & Flowers Fretboard Inlay
Peghead: Double-Cut Recording King
Overlay: Ebony Peghead Overlay with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Tuners: Gotoh Planetary Tuners With Geared 5th Peg
Binding: Ivoroid
Scale Length: 27-3/8"
Armrest: Included
Finish: Gloss
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Bryan Weaver Sep 10, 2022 | Totally satisfied!! Hi Ross, I got the Elite 76 in UPS today here at work! Man, what a banjo!!! I'm loving the 76, I'm glad that you steered me this way. I'm looking forward to the DVD lessons and book that you sent with the package too!! I believe that will help me greatly in continuing my beginning banjo studies. Thank Ross for all my banjo questions and this wonderful Elite 76!! The set up and action is perfect and the sound is amazing!! Totally satisfied!! Bryan Weaver Jacksboro, TN |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
A Timmy Aug 17, 2022 | Thank You Ross,I received my RK R-76 Elite 9 days ago. I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate your company's focus on delivering value to the customer.The banjo arrived well-packed and set up perfectly - head tension, bridge placement, action, and it was in tune right out of the case! With the platinum membership access to learning material and discounts, I'm glad I found your website before I made this purchase. I doubt that I will shop anywhere else for anything banjo related. It might be a couple of years before I spend close to $2,000 on another banjo, but ya'll have earned my loyalty.The RK R-76 Elite is everything that I was hoping it would be; the sound and playability are amazing. I took it to a jam last night and it holds its own against any banjo out there. It is a great value and I’m so happy with my purchase! |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
C Raymond Oct 10, 2020 | Great Banjo, Great Company I spent months checking out banjos online. I live in a remote area and did not have access to quality banjos to try in person. The only banjos I could find resembled something of a Playschool toy banjo. The RK 76 is a top shelf banjo. Ross Nickerson allayed my fears and I’m glad I went with this choice. Top notch sound and top notch construction make Recording King the top quality instrument in this price range. |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Robert Beebe Jun 8, 2020 | Thanks again for the level of attention and care Hi Ross, Just got my Banjo. Everything looks fantastic. Can't wait to start practicing this Weekend. Thanks again for the level of attention and care you gave from the beginning of this experience. Robert Beebe |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Robert Starko Apr 1, 2020 | RK76 review Hi Ross, I received the RK76 I had ordered, today. It came in perfect condition, it was even in tune right out of the box. I must say it was even more beautiful than I expected. The inlay is spectacular. The woodgrain on the resonater is very rich and velvety. The cosmetics aside, the tone is amazing. The action is great all the way up the neck. I wanted to thank you for the personal attention, including a phone call to resolve a problem with my original order. The upgrade is really worth the money and I couldn't be happier with this banjo. Your advice was invaluable. Now I get to spend our next few months of captivity learning to play. Great way to spend the time. Thanks. Robert Starko |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Edward Hamilton Mar 18, 2020 | impressed by your attention to your customer Ross, just a note to let you know I received my Recording King RK76 today and your setup and shipping was great. I took it out of the case, very little tuning adjustment and played Foggy Mountain Breakdown immediately. I am so impressed by your attention to your customer. Thank you so much for our discussions helping me to make my decision. |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Glen Leathers Sep 4, 2019 | My purchase of a Rk 76 Elite Hi Ross. Just want to let you know how much I love my RK 76. The Banjo sounds and plays great, and looks cool also! Thank you for the time you spent with me on the phone also. As a result I have the banjo I wanted, set up the way I wanted it ! My banjo arrived in Excellant condition And after tuning it was completely playable right out the case. I have had it almost 2 weeks now and as it settles it sound better and better to me everyday. The experience of buying from Banjo Teacher.com was also Excellant I was keep informed by email as to when it shipped etc. I can’t say enough good things about my Rk76 and Banjo Teacher.com If anybody reading this is thinking of purchasing a banjo give Ross a call. You won’t disappointed ! |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
C John Feb 10, 2019 | My new RK R-76 Just wanted to say Thank You for the great customer service that your team provided during my recent purchase of the RK R-76. I had the zero glide nut and a shubb standard 5th string capo installed. The fit and finish along with the playability are outstanding. I have ordered several banjo related items in the past, but this has been the largest purchase to date. Thanks again and keep up the good work your FIVE STAR company is providing. Take Care!John Coble North Myrtle Beach, SC |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Buren Hoffman Sep 1, 2018 | Thanks for your personal attention Wanted to let you know I received my beautiful new banjo, and am delighted with it! And it sounds magnificent, too! Thanks for your personal attention in helping me make this investment |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
Paul Holstine Mar 28, 2018 | I could not be happier Ross, Just wanted to let you know that I received the RK Elite 76 with the zero glide nut and the Snuffy Smith bridge and I could not be happier. The banjo and the setup was spot on, it sounds amazing. The banjo is better than the player right now but it is a joy to play. The customer service that you provide is second to none, I was really impressed when I called and you answered the phone. Good customer is hard to find these days but you succeed in that as well. Thank you for a very pleasurable experience, I will come to you for all of my banjo needs and will definitely recommend you to others. 5 stars all the way around. Thanks again, Paul Holstine |
Recommended to buy: Yes |
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