The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #84691 Message #1564571
Posted By: Charley Noble
15-Sep-05 - 05:16 PM
Thread Name: Opinions on Banjos ...
Subject: RE: Opinions on Banjos ...
Amos-
You know you are opening up a can of worms with this thread. Banjo players feel very strongly about what banjo is perfect for themselves, and to hell with anyone else!
The first question is whether you are primarily interested in Bluegrass or Old Time. The Bluegrass banjos are generally those with big resonators and a very bright sound. The Old Time banjos are generally opened back models with a more mellow sound.
I'm not familar with the brand you're linked to from Elderly Instruments. I am very familar with the Bart Reiter bajos that Elderly sells and they are very nice banjos, and run from $700 to $1300, I think the best value is the Professional model for about $1000.
My personal preference is the antique S. S. Stewart Orchestra Model 2, and I'll bring one with me to Getaway for show and tell. They run from $1000 to $1500 on eBay depending on your luck. I probably have too many Stewart banjos here at home...