The Ron Stewart Model is essentially a modern recreation of a prewar mahogany banjo (think '30s RB-3), but it has its own Yates touches, including the signature Yates neck carve as well as Yates' stylings and inlays. It has a Maple rim, and it is equipped with a bronze no-hole flathead tone ring, which Yates calls the Venom V33. It produces powerful pop and classic driving sound that is authentic to the best prewar originals. Like every Yates banjo, it is distressed and "relic-ed", too, so that it captures the same vibe and feel. On stage, the audience might think you're playing a banjo from the '30s, but in your hands, there is nothing quite like the tone and feel of a good Yates. Replaces tailpiece. Fresh setup, plays and sounds incredible!
