{"product_id":"custom-pisgah-tenor-laydie-11-curly-maple-4-string-electric-tone-ring","title":"Custom Pisgah Tenor Laydie 19-Fret - 11\" Curly Maple 4-String Electric Tone Ring","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAt Banjo Studio, we are always on the lookout for 19-fret Tenor banjos that perfectly strike the balance between vintage soul and modern playability. This \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eCustom Pisgah Tenor Laydie\u003c\/b\u003e is an absolute powerhouse of an instrument. Combining Pisgah's world-class Appalachian craftsmanship with a popular tone ring design from way back in banjo history, this custom 4-string tenor is built specifically for players who want to stand out in both look and sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWhat is the Pisgah Tenor Laydie?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis is a high-end, openback tenor banjo meticulously configured for the speed, drive, and rhythmic precision of traditional music. Built with a highly desirable \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"162\"\u003e11\" rim\u003c\/b\u003e, this instrument delivers a tight, focused acoustic response with a lightning-fast decay. It comes set up and strung with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"292\"\u003eIrish Strings (tuned G, D, A, E)\u003c\/b\u003e, making it ready right out of the box for firing off blistering jigs and reels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe History: The \"Electric\" Tone Ring \u0026amp; The Whyte Laydie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTo understand the uniqueness of this banjo, you have to look back to the late 1890s. The legendary A.C. Fairbanks Banjo Company introduced the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"143\"\u003e\"Electric\" tone ring\u003c\/b\u003e, a revolutionary design consisting of a heavy round tone wire resting on top of a scalloped brass circle, all wrapped up in a spun metal sleeve. This scalloped design minimized wood-to-metal contact while maximizing the rim's ability to vibrate, producing unprecedented volume and clarity. At the turn of the century, as electricity was gaining widespread popularity, this ring was marketed with the saying, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"572\"\u003e\"Bright as light.\"\u003c\/i\u003e If you are looking for a bright, clear, and commanding tone, this is the Holy Grail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIn 1901, Fairbanks loaded this Electric tone ring into a brand-new model featuring an uncolored, natural blonde maple neck and rim, calling it the \"Whyte Laydie.\" For this custom build, Pisgah opted for a gorgeous, dark \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"220\"\u003estained curly maple neck and rim\u003c\/b\u003e, giving it a sleek, sophisticated aesthetic that redefines a classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe Custom Spec Breakdown: What Makes It Unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWe didn’t want a standard layout, so this custom piece is loaded with premium upgrades that elevate its look and performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStained Curly Maple Neck \u0026amp; Rim:\u003c\/b\u003e The beautiful, highly figured premium curly maple features a rich stain that highlights the wood's natural, tiger-stripe grain pattern. It departs from the traditional blonde look to offer an understated, heirloom appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e11\" Rim \u0026amp; Remo Renaissance Head:\u003c\/b\u003e The 11\" rim provides excellent punch and note separation, while the Renaissance head reins in harsh, unwanted overtones. Together, they create a warm, plunky punch balanced by the shimmering high-end clarity of the Electric tone ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePisgah Hawktail Tailpiece:\u003c\/b\u003e This premium tailpiece provides exceptional downward string pressure on the bridge, maximizing vibrational transfer to the head. It enhances sustain, stability, and overall tonal depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom Scalloped Tension Hoop:\u003c\/b\u003e The tension hoop is beautifully scalloped where the neck meets the body, giving your hands complete, unobstructed range over the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhy Banjo Studio Loves This Banjo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eIf you love playing traditional 4-string melodies but are tired of your banjo getting drowned out by loud fiddles, button accordions, or guitars at your local jam, this Custom Pisgah Tenor Laydie is your answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIt provides the perfect blend of woody, old-time warmth, incredible note definition for intricate triplets, and the raw acoustic power that only a historic Electric-style tone ring can deliver. Because it is a highly specialized custom build from Pisgah, instruments like this do not come around often. Don't wait on this one—once it's gone, it's gone!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pisgah","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49684311343352,"sku":"PS-4T-LY-11-MP-CS","price":4337.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0204\/9822\/files\/custom-pisgah-tenor-laydie-19-fret-11-curly-maple-4-string-electric-tone-ring-pisgah-4-string-banjos-ps-4t-ly-11-mp-cs-1246348503.jpg?v=1782721690","url":"https:\/\/www.banjostudio.com\/en-au\/products\/custom-pisgah-tenor-laydie-11-curly-maple-4-string-electric-tone-ring","provider":"Banjo Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}