some things about a banjo

If you ever want to play a banjo or want to buy one for someone you have to consider a few things. In this picture the banjo on the left is newer than the banjo on the right. Typically the older the banjo, the higher the price. Banjos range in price from around $350-$125,000. don't worry though!... $125,000 is for super antiques. A good starting banjo ranges from $350-$1,000. The one I have was $350 and it works fine, but $1,000 banjos are very good quality banjos. Check your local music store if you need help finding one that suits you tastes and your wallet.

Maybe you have a banjo already and would like to upgrade? If you are looking for the best banjo then try to track down a Gibson banjo from the 1980's. The used ones range in price from $1,000-3,000 and even though they are used, they are some of the best quality banjos. If you have just way to much money or just want to spend a bunch, you can track down an old Gibson banjo. They can get up to $150,000 and are worth a lot.

If you think you have a banjo you are satisfied with you can get many accessories, such as D-tuners. D-tuners are things that you put on the tuners that allow you to switch tuning very fast. They can be around $175. You can also get a hard case instead of fooling with a nylon case which is VERY ANNOYING.

These things were told to me by 2 time national banjo champion. His name is Charles Wood and gives lessons in Seneca, SC and Hendersonville, NC and I take lessons from him and he is a great teacher. Here is his website: http://www.charleswoodbanjo.com/ If you live in the area and want banjo lessons you can contact him.

If anybody has a question please post a comment.