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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 07:16 AM
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5 String Banjo

Thinking of buying a 5 string banjo. I had one about 25 years ago, and learned to play a few tunes ( Ballad of Ged Clampet, Cripple Creek, ect. ) But now I want to get back into it. Do any one of you guys play, how much am I looking at to spend for a mid range banjo. And what make do you recomend. Any imformation would really help.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 09:46 PM
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Deering. US made. Most other seem to have gone oriental. jd
 
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Old Aug 16, 2007 | 10:20 AM
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I second that, Deering is a good US made brand. And they have models up and down the monetary spectrum.

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IF you're just looking to get back into playing for fun, I suggest finding a good used one. Check out pawn shops and classified ads. The one I play at home is an old off-brand that my uncle found in a pawn shop. I'm no Earl Scruggs, but it works pretty well for me.

Also you might want to check out www.banjohangout.org
 
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Old Aug 16, 2007 | 01:02 PM
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Morgan Monroe is another good banjo for the money. They're not the best in the world, but they're usually irt cheap.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2007 | 08:11 AM
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To Church Turtle and the others who commented on my question thanks.I ended up buying a Gold Tone model OB 250 LW a 2007 model
 
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Old Sep 5, 2007 | 11:58 AM
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Congratulations Lund. A Gold Tone in the family! Cut loose on "Bending the Strings" for me.
 
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