The cheapest folk banjo from the FB5 series, which has a wood body rather than aluminum, banjo tuning machines, one center bar, and simple brass toning. It is made in China , but the workmanship is high quality, the banjo looks great. The sound is comparable to more expensive instruments, the price/performance ratio is very good. When buying I recommend a brick and mortar shop (my first instrument arrived damaged). Don't be fooled by old reviews from the USA.