Recording King RK-R35 Banjo with Free Case Available Now!
$1,199.00
Recording King RK-R35 Banjo
Maple 5-string Pro Bluegrass Banjo with Resonator "The Madison"
The Recording King RK35 or called by it's full name "The Madison RK-R35 gives banjo players on any level the option of a high-quality, great-sounding banjo with the classic 1930's Gibson Mastertone-Style. The 35 has a one piece flange, flathead tone ring, presto tailpiece, classic fingerboard inlay, easy to play neck and the best tone by a long shot in it's price range.
FREE Professional Set Up on RK R35
We professionally set your banjo up including, setting the banjo head tension, setting the strings for easy to play low action, make sure the coordinator rods are adjusted correctly and play the banjo to make sure its going to play right when it arrives to you. Our banjo set up and inspection adds another level of quality control before you receive the banjo, this way we are both sure. All banjos are shipped insured and we know how to pack banjos so they arrive safely.
Read about BanjoTeacher.com set ups, quality control, warranties, shipping and other important info for Recording King Banjos at BanjoTeacher.
RK-35 Description and Specs
The Recording King Madison RK-R35 is built around a 3-ply steam bent maple rim, from the exact same rim construction and materials used in the best-selling RK-R75. It has a maple neck with an adjustable two-way truss rod and a comfortable rosewood fretboard. With a 24-hook brass tension hoop, players can adjust the head tension as precisely as on any world-class banjo. The planetary tuners, geared 5th peg and dual coordinator rods are effective professional components, and add an authentic feel to these impressive banjos.
The Madison RK-R35's maple resonator has a hand-rubbed brown matte finish. We build it with a Mastertone-style bell brass cast tone ring and a Mastertone-style one-piece flange. The Madison peghead and fretboard feature our Seagull inlay, for a banjo that looks as classic as it sounds.
The American threaded nickel-plated hook and nut hardware, as well as the true presto-style tailpiece and armrest are the same as featured on the popular RK-Scout. Like the other Madison banjos, the Madison Deluxe comes standard with an authentic Remo head.BanjoTeacher.com is an authorized dealer for Recording King Banjos and carry every model of Recording King Banjo and all other Recording King instruments as well.
Notes from Ross Nickerson
The Recording King RK 35 is an awesome affordable 5-string banjo that is great to learn on. It's a perfect banjo to lay back and pick on the porch and keep for years and years to come. They are excellent quality and a safe purchase with our top notch professional set ups, free US shipping, low prices and free banjo instructional items.
Please don't hesitate to call me if you have questions about the RK R 35. I can also describe the different Recording King models in more detail if needed and offer guidance based on your specific needs and circumstances. That's what I do and I'm glad to help. I can make the best deals on the phone too. 1-866-322-6567 is my direct line. Thanks, Ross Nickerson, owner of BanjoTeacher.com
Ross Nickerson - Owner of BanjoTeacher.com
Nashville, 2016
List of FREE Items Included with this Banjo
Professional Banjo Set up ($50 value)- Free Access- Stage 1 High Quality Extra Sturdy Pro Gig Bag
- Free UNLIMITED PLATINUM Online Banjo Lesson Member Access ($129 value) - More details below
- Free 5th String Free Capo Spikes ($25 value)
- Free US Shipping ($30 to $55 value)
- $35 Alaska, Hawaii and International Shipping Credit
- Best Price Guarantee - Call us if you find a better deal
FREE ITEMS don't add to our normal discount price which is the lowest price we are allowed to advertise by the Manufacturer.
FREE Access Premium Pro Gig Bag with the RK-R-36
This is the case I use for my prewar Gibson Banjo when I am playing out, and at the house. They are very sturdy, do not bend and have back pack straps for easy carrying. They are the best gig bag I've tried.
They protect the banjo and are much lighter to carry. 
Your Free UNLIMITED Platinum Membership includes exclusive Digital Access to view or download ALL of these Ross Nickerson Books, DVDs and Online lessons and more.
- Fundamentals of 5-String 52 page Digital Banjo Book with Video and Audio
- 5 full length Ross Nickerson Online DVDs,
- 7-Full Length E-Books with CD Tracks
- 25 Bluegrass Songs with Video Demonstrations at 3-speeds
- 14 Advanced Performance Videos with Tab and Two CD Tab Transcription Books
- 100 "Must Know" Essential Banjo Licks
- Dueling Banjos note for note transcription, Eagles "Take it Easy" Tab Transcription, Ross Nickerson Stairway to Heaven Tab
- Banjo Chords and Chord Forms Video Lesson
- 48 archived Monthly Lesson Videos
- Member Discounts on Instruction Books and DVDs
- Many other Lessons videos and Tabs
Some of the Online Banjo DVDs, E-Books and Online Lessons you can access Free
"Dan received his banjo today and is so happy with it! Thank you ! Alice"
Note from Ross: see. even spouses can like banjos
New Head Stock Design on RK-R35
Recording King has redesigned the headstock on the RK-35 with scroll writing instead of The Recording King written inside a solid block.
This is much preferred and looks way better. All new and future RK-35's are like this.
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Recording King RK R35 SPECS
Mastertone-style Bell Brass Cast Tone Ring
Mastertone-style One-piece Banjo Flange
Maple Resonator
Maple Neck with Adjustable Truss Rod
3-Ply Steam Bent Maple Rim
24 Hook Brass Tension Hoop
Rosewood Fretboard
Seagull Fretboard Inlay
Bone Nut
Recording King Compound Angle Peghead
Black Peghead Overlay with Mother of Pearl Inlay
American Threaded Hooks and Nuts
Dual Coordinator Rods
Planetary Tuners
Presto-Style Tailpiece
Maple/Ebony 5/8" Bridge
Remo Frosted Head, 11" High Crown
Hand-Rubbed Brown Satin Finish
Nickel-Plated Hardware
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Ross Nickerson - Owner of BanjoTeacher.com
Nashville, 2016
You can add a Beginner Banjo Package Deal - FREE
Beginners Package - Retail value $79.00
BanjoTeacher.com Beginner Banjo Package Deal includes
- Beginning the 5-String Banjo Book by Ross Nickerson, 64 page book with DVD and and two audio CDs
- A set of banjo picks
- Clip-on chromatic banjo tuner
- A spare set of banjo strings
- Banjo strap
Comments from a customer before receiving his RK 35
Ross, I am glad to hear that my new Recording King RK 35 is on it's way. I am 61 years old and am looking forward to my new Banjo more than my first Lionel Train Set, when I was about 8. You and your Company are extremely pleasant to deal with. So far, your Company is the best out there. Not only are you an excellent Banjo player, but you have a sincere pledge in helping people. Thanks again Sir. I appreciate you helping me select the right Banjo for my needs. Your the best! Kim Barnes Maryland
Same Customer after receiving the RK R-35
Received my new Recording King RK 35 from your Company. Well packaged and the Banjo is flawless. WOW!, what a clear crisp sound. You did an excellent job in setting up this Banjo. The notes are much clearer than my old one. The notes really "pop" out at you. I took a chance on purchasing this Banjo without first playing it, but I could not be happier. Thanks again for your time and expertise in helping me select the right Banjo for my needs. This one is a keeper Sincerely, Kim Barnes
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Fabulous Banjo! Fabulous service!
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulI could not be more pleased with my RK-R35 banjo. The instrument itself is beautifully built and sounds as nice as it looks. I was also impressed with the professional setup, there was nothing which I felt needed to be tweaked or changed.
I had waited for the RK-R35 because I have the maple open back RK OT25 and I liked the look and sound of the maple. Next is your service. My email inquires were promptly responded to which I very much appreciated. The banjo itself arrived snugly packed in its case and a sturdy cardboard box. The deluxe case is beautiful! Thanks! It is a fitting place to put my best banjo. Lastly is all the perks which come standard, like the books and resources. The capo spikes however, were my favorite addition, who else does that for free? Nobody I know of. Thanks again Ross, future banjo purchases will be made here!
Great banjo, great place to buy it from.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulI got this banjo a little less than 2 years ago and the entire process was outstanding. Ross went above and beyond expectations to get me this banjo in the way that I wanted and he was great to talk to. The banjo itself is a wonderful instrument and could easily be the only banjo I ever own, the setup and case are both great and I'll be purchasing from this website again. Thanks Ross!
Very pleased
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulRoss. I got the RK35 banjo. All I can say is wow. Very pleased.. Everything arrived and in great shape. Thank you very much. I look forward to learning from the membership. Thanks again. Greg
The banjo was set up perfect
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulRoss,
I received my rk35 yesterday and I am very happy with the banjo. The action height was exactly as I requested and the banjo was set up perfect. Thank you for the easy communication and answering my questions throughout the whole process. My first blind purchase and it came to my house ready to play!
Thanks, Adrian Harrison
THANK YOU! for your amazing help on my recent banjo purchase
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulHi Ross, I can't say THANK YOU! enough for your amazing help on my recent banjo purchase (Recording King RK-R35-BR). I almost couldn't believe it when you called me back and spent a half hour on the phone with me to get my order right (added pickup, zero glide nut, and Snuffy Smith bridge). Also, I truly appreciate the educational materials you provide. With your help I hope to become a better banjo player. I'm already telling my banjo playing friends about banjoteacher.com. When it comes to banjos, it's hard to walk into a music store and find much of anything in stock, much less anyone who can help with banjo purchases or service. It's so good to know that you are out there and available to help. God bless you! Sincerely, Craig Balden (Palm Harbor, Florida)
I absolutely love it!
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulRoss,
My new Recording King R-KR35 banjo was delivered yesterday afternoon. I absolutely love it!
The construction is solid and the color looks great. The sound and tone are incredibly rich compared to my starter banjo
Respectfully, Scott Certainm Dayton, OH
Incredible service and outstanding product
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulI received my RK-35 a couple days of go (SUVURHQOR), it's absolutely beautiful and sounds great. Ross, thanks for taking this beginners call and helping me decide on what exactly I wanted. To do the couple of upgrades recommended and ship it in the time that you did just screams outstanding service. Commitment to a satisfied customer was so evident in the way that it was carefully packed and shipped. I look forward to learning a new skill on a great instrument with the help of your platinum membership support. If there is any advice that I have to share, particularly for a novice, trust these fine folks to answer your questions and share their wisdom with you - you will be glad you did, I am! Thanks Jim H.
I love it!
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulI received my new RK-R35 on Tuesday. I love it! So different from this old Kay banjo I started on. The sound is amazing!
Thank you so much! Dianna
Truly an outstanding banjo
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulReceived my recording King RK 35. Truly an outstanding banjo oh, I love it. Thank you all for the great service and sending it to me quickly. Setup is great wouldn't change a thing. This banjo is probably the closest thing to the old Gibson mastertone that I have seen. Can't wait to Play It Again. Thanks again and I will look forward to doing business with you all in the future.
WOW ! The tone, the feel, the awesome sounds
0 of 0 people found the following review helpfulI received my RK-35 yesterday. First word that comes to mind in describing it is “WOW !”. The tone, the feel, the awesome sounds that come from it , and I am still a beginner . The set up is apparently perfect as I can’t imagine a banjo sounding better . This is my third banjo in nine months and will be the last one that I can see me ever needing. Unfortunately two days ago I had to get seven stitches in my left middle fingertip so I can’t play it like I would like for a little while . So I am focusing even more on my right hand (re: your Banjo Encyclopedia ) . The book is helping me to overcome some bad habits from my first eight months learning without your the best instruction. The book is great. It’s obvious that a lot of thought and effort went into its creation. I practice each day from the book for at least an hour and usually more . With the RK-35 I know that practice time will only increase! I plan to soon return to your DVDs and work them in to my practice schedule. Playing by Ear is one of them.
Thank you , Ross for a great deal on the banjo and especially for the quality of your instruction . It was a real pleasure to speak with you on the phone . May God bless you and yours! Jim
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