There are several things you should look for when you buy a new banjo. In this lesson we talk about just a few of them, but not all. There is more to come. I’ve also added a few bonus setup tips in this video as well. Enjoy.
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Hi, Do you have any knowledge on “Aria” banjo’s? I am currently borrowing one from a guy who might sell it to me for the right price. I really like it. It sounds so much better than the Fender I was borrowing before. This Aria was made in Japan, it’s super heavy and has abalone inlay up the neck. Based on the research I’ve done on the internet I think it could be a 1970′s Pro (ii) but there isn’t anything written on it. I would like to make an offer on this banjo but I don’t want to offer too low..or too high..:)..
Lynn, it’s so good to hear from you. I often think about playing music at your house and at the festival we went to. I’ll see what I can do. I’m not much of a singer but maybe I can post a song or two. I hope you’re doing well and still playing music here and there. Next time I go through KC I’m going to look you up. It would sure be fun to visit again. Tell Ty I said hello.
Hey Ryan,
I look on youtube every now and then just to see if you ever put out a video with you just playing and singing a song. It’d be good to see and hear you play. How ’bout “Love of the Mountains” in memory of Darryl C.?
Hi Ryan,
I had a problem with my banjo strap coming loose because the threaded screw came out on one end. Ended up using a couple drops of locktight thread compound and haven’t had a problem since.
Good onya mate, Im gunna buy a new banjo soon, recon Ive earnt it, and will spend a bit of coin. Im going to go to some folk festivals now cos there are heaps here in the south east and our music muster is comeing in my town,,,cheers Chris