(Used) 2020 Nechville Orion Curly Maple 5-String Resonator Banjo #120

If you are a progressive player looking to step away from the heavy, traditional constraints of pre-war designs without sacrificing an ounce of professional drive, the Nechville Orion is the pinnacle of modern banjo engineering. In Excellent Condition, this banjo was built around Nechville's revolutionary Heli-Mount frame system. The Orion strips away the uneven tension of traditional hooks and nuts in favor of a perfectly uniform, visually stunning acoustic housing. Wrapped in gorgeous, highly-figured premium Curly Maple, this instrument is as much a work of modern art as it is a high-performance acoustic tool.

The sonic footprint of the Orion is remarkably wide, balanced, and articulate. Utilizing Nechville's custom Hybrid 20-Hole tone ring paired with a 3-ply hard rock maple rim, it delivers a massive, punchy acoustic response that completely eliminates unwanted metallic overtones. The notes pop with a thick, woody sweetness in the mid-range and a brilliant, crystal-clear high-end sparkle that remains exceptionally distinct all the way up the neck. It is a highly versatile voice that feels equally at home in contemporary acoustic jazz, newgrass, or hard-driving traditional styles.

In the hands, the Orion offers a level of playability and adjustability that traditional banjos simply cannot match. The ebony fingerboard features a comfortable compound radius, allowing your left hand to glide effortlessly across the frets with minimal fatigue during long sets. Furthermore, the patented Flux Capacitor neck connection allows for instantaneous action adjustments on the fly, ensuring your setup is always dialed in perfectly regardless of weather or humidity shifts. For the discerning player seeking flawless intonation, ergonomic comfort, and a bold modern voice, this Nechville Orion is an absolute masterpiece.

SPECS
Body Shape: 5-String Resonator
Head: Remo Medium Crown Head
Back and Sides: Premium AAA Curly Maple Resonator
Neck: Premium AAA Curly Maple
Neck Profile: Nechville Standard (Slightly Wider Profile)
Fingerboard: Select Ebony with 7"-12" Compound Radius
Rim Specs: 3-Ply Hard Rock Maple Rim with Cyclotronic Rolling Rim Pot System
Bridge: Nechville Enterprise Bridge
Tuners: Premium Planetary Style Tuning Pegs
Finish: Nechville Clear High-Gloss
Nut Material and Width: Bone, 1.28"
Scale Length: 26-3/8"
Tone Ring: 20-Hole Bell Bronze Tone Ring
Hardware: Durable Corona Heli-Mount Frame
Tailpiece: Nechville In-Line Tailpiece
Flange: Patented Heli-Mount Integrated Flange
Frets: Extra Wide, Long Lasting Steel Frets

Notice: This is a used item. While we do a basic cleaning and setup before shipping, we are unable to make any modifications to, or guarantees of condition, and or history, outside of what we have personally found, or been informed of by the original owner, which will be included in the description.

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