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PylePro 5-String Chrome-Plated Banjo
Pyle is a reputable manufacturer of entertainment equipment that allows you to listen and play music wherever you find yourself.
4 white key pegs for head tuning; extra side tuning peg; durable hardware; mahogany neck; elegant wood finish
Pegs require extra modification for perfect tuning
5-string banjo
Closed back
4.5 x 39 x 16.8”/ 7.8 pounds
Maple bridge, shabili wood body
24 brackets
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Rogue Learn The Banjo Starter Pack
Rogue produces quality and functional music equipment to help you play and create sweet melodies.
Superior quality head; 18 brackets that give an authentic tone; includes easily readable chord book & tuning chart; Open, lightweight back
Fragile, requires careful handling
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5-string banjo
Open back
15.75 x 41 x 4”/ 14.2 pounds
Maple bridge, satin finish
18 brackets
Deering Goodtime 5-String Banjo
Deering was started in 1975 and has expanded remarkably to become a leading manufacturer of innovative musical instruments.
22 silver frets that are precise and accurate; strong & durable tailpiece; low maintenance peg head; slender & strong maple neck.
Quite pricey due to great craftsmanship.
5-string banjo
Open back
37.8 x 11.8 x 3.8”/ 4 pounds
Maple/ebony bridge, satin finish
16 brackets
Oscar Schmidt 5-String OB3 Banjo
Oscar Schmidt was started in 1871 and continues to make quality musical instruments that are comfortable on the hands and give good sound.
18 brackets for an awesome tone ring; elegant nato neck; durable Remo head; strong mahogany resonator.
Little by way of assembly instructions.
5-string banjo
Open back
43 x 6 x 21”/ 8.9 pounds
Mahogany resonator
18 brackets
Jameson Guitars 6-String Guitar Banjo
Jameson Guitars is dedicated to providing all musicians with quality instruments at greatly affordable prices .
6 enclosed pegs for fine tuning; durable rosewood fingerboard; adjustable tail-piece; long-lasting mahogany shell; easy to learn & play.
Neck needs some modification for better strumming
6-string banjo
Closed back
45.6 x 18.6 x 5.3”/ 10.4 pounds
Mahogany, nickel-plated armrest
24 brackets