{"product_id":"ome-wicklow-4-string-tenor-banjo","title":"Ome Wicklow 12\" 4-String Open Back Tenor Banjo #226-076","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe OME Wicklow 12\" 4-String Open Back Tenor Banjo is a beautifully handcrafted American-made instrument designed for players seeking a rich, articulate voice with exceptional craftsmanship and traditional character. With its 12\" curly maple rim, rolled brass tone ring, premium hardware, and carefully selected appointments, the Wicklow delivers the clarity and responsiveness required for traditional tenor banjo playing while offering a distinctive tonal character all its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 12\" curly maple rim is paired with a rolled brass tone ring, producing a lively, open sound with excellent note definition, warmth, and projection. The larger 12\" pot adds body and depth to the instrument's voice, making it particularly well suited to melodic playing where both clarity and fullness are important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA curly maple neck complements the rim, while Rickard Cyclone tuners provide smooth and precise tuning. The Renaissance head adds warmth and complexity to the banjo's response, with a maple and rosewood bridge completing the tonal package. A Sweet Tone tailpiece provides a secure anchor for the strings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs an open-back tenor, the Wicklow is a compelling choice for traditional music, session playing, and musicians looking for a premium American-made alternative to the more common resonator tenor design. Its combination of figured maple, quality hardware, and understated OME craftsmanship gives it the feel of an instrument made to be played for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: OME Banjos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Wicklow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument Type: 4-String Open Back Tenor Banjo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Curly Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRim: 12\" Curly Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone Ring: Rolled Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners: Rickard Cyclone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead: Renaissance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Maple \/ Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTailpiece: Sweet Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eString Gauges: .012, .020w, .030w, .040w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45953453948972,"sku":"shipOME-Wicklow226-076","price":5895.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2161\/9961\/files\/OME-Wicklow.jpg?v=1786668059","url":"https:\/\/guitarfactory.net\/products\/ome-wicklow-4-string-tenor-banjo","provider":"Gladesville Guitar Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}