It's a nice banjo for me to learn on. The appearance is much better than I expected, especially at the price. The wood used on the resonator is beautiful.
COSTWAY 5-string Banjo, 39” Full Size Banjo with 24 Bracket Remo Head, Geared 5th Tuner & Closed Solid Sapele Back, Beginner
3.8 | 23 ratings
Price: 129.99
Last update: 08-05-2024
About this item
????【Superior Frosted Remo Head with 24 Brackets:】The 5-string banjo features a superior frosted Remo head, which can produce a warm, bright and sweet sound. And 24 steel brackets hold the head in place, with which you can adjust the drum head to get a desired resonating sound effect. Besides, the drum head is also fitted with armrest to facilitate playing.
????【Open-back or Resonator Banjo: 】The solid back board is detachable so as to get different sound effect to meet your needs. You can play the closed-back banjo for a brighter resonator tone. Or you can also play an open-back one with mellower and softer sound. Just use the wrench (included) to remove the back board.
????【Come with Strap & Carrying Bag: 】You can attach the strap to the lightweight banjo (only 6.6 lbs) and carry it to play. The bonus gig bag is waterproof and can protect the banjo during your trip. Thus, you are able to take the instrument anywhere and enjoy the melody anytime!
????【Premium Material & Fine Craftsmanship: 】This premium banjo is mainly composed of plywood frame, Sapele back, Nato wood panel, rosewood fingerboard and bridge, and steel string. Selected materials and exquisite workmanship ensure the banjo’s quality timbre and long-lasting durability.
????【Complete Beginner Kit:】 It comes with a digital tuner, a set of spare string, a gig bag, a strap, 2 wrenches, 3 picks and a wiper for users to get start right away! String height can be adjusted by wrench, to enable a comfortable action and straight neck for you. And the banjo is equipped with a geared 5th tuner side peg to keep it in tone better.
????【Open-back or Resonator Banjo: 】The solid back board is detachable so as to get different sound effect to meet your needs. You can play the closed-back banjo for a brighter resonator tone. Or you can also play an open-back one with mellower and softer sound. Just use the wrench (included) to remove the back board.
????【Come with Strap & Carrying Bag: 】You can attach the strap to the lightweight banjo (only 6.6 lbs) and carry it to play. The bonus gig bag is waterproof and can protect the banjo during your trip. Thus, you are able to take the instrument anywhere and enjoy the melody anytime!
????【Premium Material & Fine Craftsmanship: 】This premium banjo is mainly composed of plywood frame, Sapele back, Nato wood panel, rosewood fingerboard and bridge, and steel string. Selected materials and exquisite workmanship ensure the banjo’s quality timbre and long-lasting durability.
????【Complete Beginner Kit:】 It comes with a digital tuner, a set of spare string, a gig bag, a strap, 2 wrenches, 3 picks and a wiper for users to get start right away! String height can be adjusted by wrench, to enable a comfortable action and straight neck for you. And the banjo is equipped with a geared 5th tuner side peg to keep it in tone better.
Product information
| Item Weight | 9.38 pounds |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 41.1 x 17.5 x 5.7 inches |
| ASIN | B09WJ1DRW9 |
| Customer Reviews |
3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars
23 ratings
3.8 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #29,644 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #29 in Banjos (Musical Instruments) |
| Date First Available | March 25, 2022 |
| Back Material | Rosewood, Nato, Sapele, Wood |
| Color Name | Wood tone |
| Top Material | Rosewood, Sapele |
| Number of Strings | 5 |
| Size | 39 inches |
Top reviews from the United States
A. Gross
I Like It
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024Al
Second hand
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2024Jessica
Great starter bango!
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
Jessica
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
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Alex
Everything you need to start
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022TU
Instrument is pretty good, but there are issues
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
TU
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
That said, there is a small flaw on the neck of the banjo. I don't think it will hurt the sound, so not a big deal (I think).
The bag was damaged in the box. It looks like the Styrofoam melted to the bag. The bag is honestly trash. No padding and super thin. The strap is also super cheap and thin. I wouldn't trust it to hold up the weight of the instrument.
The strings feel super cheap as well, so I'll be buying some better ones. Not a deal breaker, and I kind of expected it.
The tuner is utter trash. The battery was just stuck in the clamp part. The battery compartment lid won't stay on and the battery just fell out any time I tried yo use it. The power also constantly flickered constantly. I'll be buying a different one as well.
All in, for the price, I think it will be fine for me to learn to play on. If I stick with it, I will need to buy a nicer one.
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Margaret L
For a beginner it’s great!
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2024Saavedra
Not well made
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2023Dan Lindstrom
Good for beginners
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2022