Ome Juniper 5-String Openback Curly Maple Banjo

At Banjo Studio, we are incredibly proud to be an authorized Ome Dealer, and we always get excited when a piece like this comes through our doors. The Ome Juniper 5-String Openback is a blend of high-end craftsmanship, elegant aesthetics, and robust old-time tone.

You are viewing the exact banjo that you will be purchasing—an instrument that looks just as warm and inviting as it sounds.

The Tone Engine: 12" Rim & Heavy Rolled Brass

If you are chasing that quintessential, full-bodied old-time sound, the foundation of this banjo will deliver. It features a wide 12" solid curly maple rim fitted with an Ome heavy rolled brass tone ring.

This specific combination yields incredible acoustic volume and a highly responsive attack. When paired with the Fiberskyn head, you get a deeply warm, woody, and "plunky" low-end, perfectly balanced by just a touch of sweet, brass-driven brightness on the highs. It provides a massive, round tone without the harsh, piercing overtones of heavier rings.

Ome is famous for their attention to detail, and this Juniper model is loaded with custom touches and high-end materials that set it apart from standard openbacks:

• Incredible Inlay Depth: The 17-fret ebony fingerboard and classic Victorian peghead are adorned with gorgeous Abalone and Mother of Pearl (MOP) floral inlays. Upon closer inspection, you will notice that careful shell materials were chosen specifically to create a three-dimensional depth and elegance that photos hardly do justice.

• Premium Hardware: This banjo is outfitted with top-of-the-line Rickard Cyclone Planetary tuners featuring stunning tortoise knobs. Combined with the aged brass hardware, heavy notched tension hoop, and Sweetone short tailpiece, the hardware acts as both a mechanical upgrade and a visual delight.

• S-Scoop & 25.5" Scale: The fingerboard features a built-in S-scoop, allowing you to comfortably frail right over the neck for the roundest tone possible. The 25.5" scale length offers buttery-smooth string tension, making complex drop-thumb patterns effortless.

Why We Love This Banjo

Whether you are a dedicated clawhammer player looking for your "forever" instrument or a collector who appreciates quality American lutherie, the Ome Juniper delivers on every front. It comes out of the box completely gig-ready, complete with capo spikes already installed at the 7th, 9th, and 10th frets, and a two-way adjustable truss rod to keep your setup perfect year-round.

With its gorgeous tung-oil varnish finish over curly maple and an included curly maple Ome custom armrest, this banjo is a tactile and acoustic masterpiece.