Ome Juniper 12" Open Back 5-String Banjo

The OME Juniper is a beautifully handcrafted open-back banjo designed for players who appreciate refined artistry, premium tonewoods, and expressive old-time performance. Its hand-selected walnut neck offers a smooth, warm playing feel, accentuated by custom abalone inlay and elegant Victorian styling. Precision Rickard Cyclone 10:1 tuners ensure exceptional tuning accuracy, while a sculpted S-curve clawhammer scoop provides comfortable access for traditional playing techniques.

A 12" walnut 2-ply rim paired with a rolled brass tone ring and Remo Renaissance head delivers a warm, mellow response with articulate clarity and projection. The aged brass hardware, tortoise-shell binding, and ebonite rim cap further elevate its aesthetic appeal. Built on OME’s renowned rim-stick coordinator rod system, the Juniper offers stability, resonance, and a responsive voice ideal for clawhammer and old-time styles.

Highlights

Neck

• Hand-selected walnut neck with custom abalone (Jasmine) inlay

• Sculpted S-curve clawhammer scoop

• Ebony fingerboard with dot position markers

• Victorian headstock shape with tortoid tuner buttons

• Rickard Cyclone 10:1 tuners for precise tuning

• Dual-action adjustable truss rod

• 17 hardened nickel frets

• Ebony-capped heel

Body / Rim

• 12" walnut 2-ply rim for tonal depth and warmth

• Rolled brass tone ring for clarity, projection, and brightness

• Remo Renaissance head

• 26 brackets with a 14-notched aged brass tension hoop

• Aged brass hardware throughout

• Walnut armrest

• Tortoise-shell binding

• Ebonite rim cap

• OME rim-stick coordinator rod system for stability

• Walnut OME bridge

• Sweettone tailpiece