Our flagship model is truly a musician’s banjo. The all American walnut construction combined with premium hardware and careful hand fitting endows the S-1 with a virtually limitless range. The S-1 was actually designed around the amazing JLS #4 flat top tone ring. The Somerset S-1 stands alone as the pinnacle of modern banjo innovation and performance.
The Somerset S-1 is handcrafted by E. Lowell Jacobs.
Price: $1595.00.
Options:
Choice of abalone dot fretboard inlays or plain fretboard with side position markers.
A hardshell case or gig bag is available for an additional charge.
Somerset S-1 Standard Features:
- 3-ply American walnut rim (3/4" thick)
- American black walnut neck
- Carbon fiber truss rod
- JLS #4 flathead tone ring
- Premium 5-Star tuning machines
- Kershner tailpiece
- Ebony fretboard
- Dual coordinator rods
- Notched tension hoop
- Heavy duty shoes and brackets
- Bone nut and fifth string pip
- Top-frosted Remo Weather King head
- GHS PF170 strings
S1 Images:
Here are a few pictures of the prototype S-1 banjo. This is a maple instrument currently played by Patrick Costello.
We will post photographs of walnut production S-1 banjo soon.
Patrick with his Somerset S-1:
Reserve Your S-1 Banjo:
Reserve your S-1 by placing a $250.00 deposit.
Use the order form below or call (410) 968-3873.