The Somerset S-5 gives top notch performance at a truly affordable price. The substantial Cooperman 2-ply maple rim combined with a 1/4” rolled brass tone hoop delivers exceptional tone and volume up and down the fingerboard.
The Somerset S-5 offers more value dollar for dollar than anything on the market right now.
The Somerset S-5 is handcrafted by Chris Via.
Price: $649.00.
Headstock Option:
S-1 style headstock add $75.00
A hardshell case or gig bag is available for an additional charge.
Somerset S-5 Standard Features:
- handcrafted in the USA by Chris Via
- substantial Cooperman 2-ply maple rim
- one piece maple neck by Neil Turner
- carbon fiber neck rod
- rosewood fingerboard and headstock overlay
- geared planetary tuners
- Waverly style tailpiece
- 1/4” rolled brass tone hoop
- Bone nut and fifth string pip
- Top-frosted Remo Weather King head
- GHS PF170 strings
S-5 Images:
Patrick Plays the S-5:
New! Read Patrick's notes about designing the S-1, S-2 and S-5 banjos: Choosing Your Somerset
Reserve Your S-5 Banjo:
Reserve your S-5 by placing a $200.00 deposit.
Call (410) 968-3873 or send an email to pat@somersetbanjo.com with your phone number and we will call you back.