{"product_id":"ome-wicklow-11-19-fret-tenor-curly-maple-openback-banjo-with-rolled-brass-ring","title":"Ome Wicklow 11\" 19-Fret Tenor Curly Maple Openback Banjo with Rolled Brass Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt Banjo Studio, we have always been massive fans of tenor banjos, and we are thrilled to introduce the Ome Wicklow 11\" 19-Fret Tenor Curly Maple Openback Banjo. Serving as the highly anticipated replacement for the beloved original Ome Jubilee Tenor, the Wicklow marries traditional Irish music sensibilities with world-class American lutherie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a meticulously crafted tenor banjo that delivers a deep, warm tone with heirloom-quality construction, your search ends right here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Tone Engine: 11\" Rim \u0026amp; Rolled Brass Tone Ring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Wicklow is a beautifully crafted\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e11\" curly maple rim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epaired with an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eOme Rolled Brass tone ring\u003c\/b\u003e. This combination is a great match for tenor players. It provides exceptional note separation and a punchy attack, while the 11\" rim and \u003cb\u003eFiberskyn head\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erein in harsh overtones. The result is a deeply warm, resonant, and balanced tone that easily drives a traditional Irish session without sounding piercing or overly bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes the Wicklow Unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOme is legendary for their impeccable attention to detail, and this banjo is loaded with premium upgrades and stunning visual appointments that set it apart from standard tenors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStunning Curly Maple Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe neck and hand-sculpted armrest are crafted from premium Curly Maple, offering both breathtaking, tiger-striped visuals and superior ergonomic support for extended playing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVictorian Walnut Headstock:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe peghead features Ome's classic Victorian profile, beautifully overlaid in Walnut and adorned with elegant Mother of Pearl and Ebony inlays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eElite Hardware \u0026amp; Tuning Stability:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOutfitted with world-class\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRickard Cyclone tuners\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(featuring tortoise buttons) and aged brass hardware throughout, this banjo stays perfectly in tune while exuding a gorgeous, understated vintage aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRefined Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom the ebonite rim cap and tortoise-shell binding to the 24-notch brass tension hoop, every inch of this instrument is designed to be a visual and acoustic work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Need This Banjo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 19-fret layout is the gold standard for tenor players, offering the perfect scale length for the fast triplets and wide chord voicings required in Celtic music and traditional jazz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from select tonewoods with top-tier hardware, the Ome Wicklow is more than just a musical instrument; it is a serious investment for the discerning player. It offers the flawless playability, lasting tonal character, and rugged reliability you need, whether you are recording in the studio or leading the rhythm section at a local pub.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ome Banjos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50484108230904,"sku":"OM-4T-WL-11-MP-082","price":2116.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0204\/9822\/files\/ome-wicklow-11-19-fret-tenor-curly-maple-openback-banjo-with-rolled-brass-ring-ome-banjos-4-string-banjos-om-4t-wl-11-mp-082-1258425610.jpg?v=1789108028","url":"https:\/\/www.banjostudio.com\/en-gb\/products\/ome-wicklow-11-19-fret-tenor-curly-maple-openback-banjo-with-rolled-brass-ring","provider":"Banjo Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}