The Original and New Encore
Automatic Banjos Side-by-Side

The new Ramey Encore Automatic Banjo (made by the Ramey Piano Company) is the one on the left side, with its gleaming new Oak case. The Encore Banjo on the right side is an original specimen, the wood making up the case is weathered and darkened with age. Both look to be identical, except for the patina of age on the original instrument.