SX BJ564SVS Vintage Sunburst Banjo

Short-Scale Tenor Banjo with a Bright, Cutting Voice

The SX BJ564SVS is a 4-string tenor banjo built for Irish traditional, folk and Celtic session players who want a responsive instrument at an accessible price. Its 17-fret short-scale neck makes chord shapes and melody lines easier to reach than on a full-scale 5-string banjo. The aluminium rim produces the bright, ringing projection that cuts through a session, and the polished vintage sunburst finish gives it a stage-ready look from day one.

Built for Sessions, Travel and Daily Practice

What sets this banjo apart in its tier is the aluminium rim paired with a layered Okoume resonator — a combination more commonly seen on instruments costing considerably more. The Nato neck supports comfortable left-hand movement, and the rosewood fingerboard keeps the action smooth under fast Irish ornamentation. A denim gig bag ships in the box, so the instrument is ready to carry to lessons, sessions or weekend festivals from day one.

Construction Details That Shape the Sound

Layered Okoume back and sides give the resonator a balanced weight that won't fatigue the shoulder during long sets, while the aluminium rim produces the banjo's crisp attack. A polished gloss finish seals the wood against humidity changes between indoor rehearsals and outdoor stages.

• Type: 4-string tenor banjo, short scale
• Body Construction: Layered Okoume back and sides with aluminium rim
• Neck: Nato with rosewood fretboard
• Finish: Polished gloss vintage sunburst
• Package: Denim gig bag included

Ideal for Beginners, Session Players and Travelling Musicians

This tenor banjo is the right choice for Irish folk and traditional session players who need a short-scale instrument that is easy to handle and transport. Beginners moving from guitar or mandolin will find the 17-fret layout forgiving, while experienced tenor players get the bright, cutting aluminium-rim tone that holds its own in a noisy pub session. The included gig bag makes it a practical pick for students carrying the instrument to lessons, or for festival players who need a reliable backup banjo on the road.