The Earl Scruggs Special debuted in 1995 as the most highly ornamented banjo in Earl's signature series. Ornately engraved gold-plated parts and lavish abalone trim make the Special a showpiece instrument. Earl's signature is inlaid in abalone on the resonator.

• Resonator and neck: Figured maple
  
• Fingerboard/Inlay: Ebony/Hearts & Flowers, Abalone Trim
  
• Binding: Multiple, Abalone/White/Black/White/Abalone, Abalone Bound Peghead
  
• Hardware: 24k Gold Engraved
  
• Tuners: Vintage 2-band with pearl buttons
  
• Finish: Exact Replica, Antique Amber Brown
  
• Case: Shaped Hardshell