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The ODE SUNDANCE and MAGICIAN banjos are all about capturing the spirit and flavor of the classic 19th century vintage instruments.   By combining the desirable, time-proven features of vintage banjos with modern improvements in technology, materials, and design, the new ODEs offer the best of the past with modern improved tone, playability, and longevity.

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Chuck Ogsbury at ODE Banjos, circa 1962

Both the ODE Sundance and Magician models are simple, no-frills utilitarian banjos that are lightweight, vibrant, easy to play, and they, utilize our beautiful multi-laminated maple Tone-rim construction, heavy aged brass and nickel hardware, our solid Cherry and Ebony neck, and are available in 5-string and Tenor Open-back styles.

A Lifetime Friend - Etsa with an ODE Banjo, circa 1962
Etsa Clevenger, circa 1962

5-strings styles have a 25.5” scale, 1.34” nut width, and 17 hardened nickel-silver frets with a straight Frailing Scoop. The 4-string Tenor banjos have a 23.125” scale, 1.28” nut width, and 22 frets.  Both the 5-string and Tenor banjos are now offered in 11” and 12” Open-back styles. The smaller 11” pot size gives our brightest, crispest tone, while the 12” gives more bass and depth. A 13” pot is also available on special order ODE Magicians.

Other OME features included are: a two-way adjustable neck rod, geared planetary tuners with Amber knobs, inlayed front and side position markers, a Renaissance head, Trillium bridge, Cherry Rim-rod, No-knot tailpiece, Chenille wrapped strings, hardwood armrest , a heavy padded Gig-bag, and Limited Lifetime warranty.

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