We’re already very familiar with Wayne Henderson’s flattops—and we love them dearly. We’ve been fortunate enough to have seen a great number pass through our hands, but until today we’ve never seen what Wayne can do with a Bluegrass Banjo. This Mastertone-inspired wonder was built all the way back in 1975 with gold etched hardware, Maple resonator, and tight flamed Maple neck. This is #5 of only 19 banjos that Wayne has built to date, each unique, and this is one of only two with “Henderson” inlaid at the headstock. Long scale setup at 27” and 1 3/16” nut; a hefty 10lbs 13oz; broken in and opened up tone.
We put this one through its paces with our own Al Petteway here: https://youtu.be/fwCtqRJPdCI
Alan Shadd: https://youtu.be/S3eNYhx9dik
Other keywords: w.c. henderson, fingerpicking, mop, tone ring, planetary
What a treat to have this rare, collectible and extremely playable banjo from Wayne Henderson. Number 5 of 19 ever made and one of only two with the Henderson logo on the headstock. A big brass flange is the key here and of course the beautiful figured Maple. Wonderful! 
Billy- Whether you're chasing that Ralph Stanley archtop tone or looking to play chamber music, this banjo has the providence to deliver you there. Sweet and honey-like when you choke up, with brazen trebles when you dig in at the bridge, this banjo is a delight—and, frankly, it's making it hard for me to focus on anything else. 1 in stock
| Scale Length | 27 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.19 in |
| String Spacing | 1.75 in |
| Woods | Skin - Fiber, Maple |
We’re already very familiar with Wayne Henderson’s flattops—and we love them dearly. We’ve been fortunate enough to have seen a great number pass through our hands, but until today we’ve never seen what Wayne can do with a Bluegrass Banjo
What a treat to have this rare, collectible and extremely playable banjo from Wayne Henderson. Number 5 of 19 ever made and one of only two with the Henderson logo on the headstock
Billy- Whether you're chasing that Ralph Stanley archtop tone or looking to play chamber music, this banjo has the providence to deliver you there. Sweet and honey-like when you choke up, with brazen trebles when you dig in at the bridge, this banjo is a delight—and, frankly, it's making it hard for me to focus on anything else. 