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Rover RB-35 Resonator 5 String Banjo Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been playing this banjo everyday for close to four weeks. It's bright, clear, loud and stays in tune fairly well, however the tuners slip a bit. Additionally, I've replaced the strings with GHS PF140 light strings. The new strings did make a difference, as the sound improved. All things considered, this banjo is an excellent value.

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Rover Front Porch Series RB-110 Open Back 5 String Banjo Review

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(More customer reviews)I've really enjoyed learning on this banjo now. It has a good sound and a great look. It doesn't come with any booklet to tell you about it or how to set up the bridge, but that is really easy to find online. The tuning knobs slip a little bit, but tightening up the screws on them fixes that right up. Watch out though, I tightened one up too much and shattered one of the knobs. Overall I've been greatly pleased with it. Defiantly recommend.

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Gold Star Model GF-100W Pro Banjo with Wreath Inlays (5 String) Review

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(More customer reviews)An amazing banjo for the price. The spec is as close as you'll get to a Gibson without paying Gibson prices. Excellent value.

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Gold Star Model GF-100FE Pro Banjo with Flying Eagle Inlays (5 String) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the first serious banjo that I bought, and should have laid out the bucks from the get go. If you want to learn an instrument, you eventually have to go for quality. This banjo never goes out of tune. Action is very good... it is a joy to play and learn on. Also extremely well made witn inlaid body and quality fretboard. Highly recommended.

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Washburn Banjo Starter Kit (Gig bag, Strap, Picks, Pitch Pipe) Review

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(More customer reviews)First the bad news....
1. The action on this banjo is VERY high. For a beginner it will take extra practice to master fretting any closed chords.
2. The thumb string tuneing peg.. S-S-S-S-SUCKS! The slightest tap will change the pitch DRAMATICALLY. And there's barely enough resistance in the peg for it to hold the string in a nice G.
The good news....
1. After geting started with this banjo, whatever instrument you upgrade to will be remarkably easier to play.
2. Wooden tone ring. "Brass, brass, brass" everybody wants a brass tone ring, but you WILL NOT find it in a banjo in this price range. Secondly its a hang-up any way. There is one other material that to me ear meets the quailty of brass.. wood! This banjo has a wooden tone ring, which is rather unique. Many competitors put a plastic tone ring in their starter models - that's why they sound like [...]. I salute Washburn for experimenting with the wooden tone ring. It has put a light, inexpensive, quality sounding instruement on the market.
3. I would buy this instrument again and again. One day I'll upgrade but not until I'm ready to drop about $4000.00 USD on a new instrument. In other words my Washburn will most likely by an heirloom in my family. I'm entierly pleased with that thought.

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Fender FB-54 Banjo, Natural Review

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(More customer reviews)I love the Fender FB-54 Banjo, from the stand point of look, feel & the sound is great. The one draw back for me personally is the width of the neck at the top. It is a little narrow for my fat fingers. I'm having trouble fretting the second string & getting free vibration of the first & third. If anyone knows of a banjo that has a wider finger board I'd love to know about it. I think I'd keep the Fender any way, but I might consider a second banjo to learn on.

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Fender FB-58 Banjo Review

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(More customer reviews)The Fender FB-58 is a great banjo for Scruggs-style players. It is loud and bright sounding. With a proper setup, it has the twang of a $2000 instrument. Note that it is quite heavy and solid. The inlays are pearloid, not mother of pearl like on the Fender FB-59, but they're still attractive. The plating on the hardware is durable, and the wood is top notch; I personally like the sunburst pattern on the back of the resonator and of the neck. My one complaint concerns the frets; they really don't hold up too well. I've played my FB-58 lightly for one year, and the frets already show visible signs of flattening. Overall, I think this is the best bet in the under $1000 class of banjos. If you have a little extra to spend, consider the Fender FB-59; it sounds the same as the FB-58, but is made of better material, such as walnut and bone on the 59 versus maple and plastic on the 58.

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Dean Backwoods 3 Banjo Review

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(More customer reviews)For its price range, I love Dean instruments. They sound and feel beautiful. This is a terrific item, arrived with perfect intonation.

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Fender FB-59 Banjo, Natural Review

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(More customer reviews)The FB-59 is comparable to banjos twice its cost in the quality of its material and its sound, that is after a proper setup by a professional luthier; out of the box it doesn't sound so good. I bought a Fender FB-58, and sold it when I came across a good deal on a Fender FB-59. The 59 is the instrument to get; it is made of walnut, bone, and mother of pearl versus maple, plastic, and "pearloid" on the 58. Note that both the FB-58 and FB-59 essentially sound the same. I can't say the same for the less expensive Fenders, as I haven't played the 300, 54, or 55 models. Overall, I would certainly buy the FB-59 again; I've been complemented on its aesthetics and sound by numerous banjo players who own much more expensive instruments.

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Dean Banjo Pack with Gig Bag, Strap and Pitch Pipe Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this beginner banjo kit for my best friend, and she loves it! It's obviously not supurb quality like a $3000.00 one, but it's a perfect learner banjo. The sound is pretty darn good. And, the banjo is beautiful! That it comes with a strap, pitch pipe, and even a case makes it an even greater deal. The only problem is that if you're not sure about wanting the banjo, you will have to pay for shipping, plus shipping to send it back, plus a 25% restocking fee, which will end up that you have paid about $100.00 for nothing! SO, make sure you really want it!! I highly recommend this product for anyone wanting to learn how to play banjo but doesn't have thousands of dollars to spend on it. Have fun!

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