I tried to buy 2 more expensive made in china banjos, a dean and a Luna and the deals went through so I just bought this on a whim. My guess is it’s from the same factory in china that produces RW Jameson because I have a 5 string and it looks similar. Compare the 2 6 string banjos and you’ll know what I mean. Anyway it’s a good banjo for the money. Tuned it up and started playing the action is pretty good right out of the box. The case is pretty good quality. The banjo sounds and plays great. Fretboard needs a little conditioning but it’s worth every penny in my opinion. I’ve been playing guitar my whole life and I’m 32 Y/o. It’s nothing fancy, it’s not perfect, but it’s nice and worth the price and I’m liking it a lot. Also some of the neck has like flame figuring like flame maple does but it’s mahogany. Pretty cool. 5 star review from me.
Ashthorpe 6-String Banjo - Full Size with 24 Brackets, Closed Back, Mahogany Resonator
4.3 | 43 ratings
Price: 159.99
Last update: 08-13-2024
About this item
6-String banjo: With strings tuned similar to that of a guitar, this 6-string banjo is perfect for all player levels, from beginner to advanced. Guitar players looking to pickup playing the banjo will handle this stringed instrument with ease.
Traditional style: This 6-string banjo is perfect for any style of play with its guitar-style headstock and neck combined with a tambourine shaped body. Whether you’re playing mellow country tunes, folk, bluegrass, clawhammer-style, even rock, you’ll get a great response and sound from this right-handed banjo.
Remo head: This banjo kit is flawlessly designed with a Remo head, made by the world-renown Remo drum company. The crisp white, frosted head delivers bright sound and clarity. The head is secured with 24 chrome-plated brackets and resting on the Remo head is a beautiful 5/8" maple/ebony bridge for superior string vibration transfer.
High-quality craftsmanship: Ashthorpe's banjo features a mahogany neck and purpleheart fretboard with finely manicured, smooth seated frets. The body is crafted from mahogany with a high-gloss finish. The closed-back resonator can be easily removed, allowing this banjo to be played open back. Designed with a 5-ply maple and mahogany shell, a 5-ply maple rim, closed geared tuners with high-quality chromed tuning pegs, an adjustable hinged tailpiece, and chrome-plated armrest.
Banjo bundle kit includes: This banjo is safely stored inside a 15mm premium fabric padded “gig bag” guitar case with pocket, carry handle, and shoulder strap. Extra strings, a polishing cloth, and three celluloid picks are also included.
Traditional style: This 6-string banjo is perfect for any style of play with its guitar-style headstock and neck combined with a tambourine shaped body. Whether you’re playing mellow country tunes, folk, bluegrass, clawhammer-style, even rock, you’ll get a great response and sound from this right-handed banjo.
Remo head: This banjo kit is flawlessly designed with a Remo head, made by the world-renown Remo drum company. The crisp white, frosted head delivers bright sound and clarity. The head is secured with 24 chrome-plated brackets and resting on the Remo head is a beautiful 5/8" maple/ebony bridge for superior string vibration transfer.
High-quality craftsmanship: Ashthorpe's banjo features a mahogany neck and purpleheart fretboard with finely manicured, smooth seated frets. The body is crafted from mahogany with a high-gloss finish. The closed-back resonator can be easily removed, allowing this banjo to be played open back. Designed with a 5-ply maple and mahogany shell, a 5-ply maple rim, closed geared tuners with high-quality chromed tuning pegs, an adjustable hinged tailpiece, and chrome-plated armrest.
Banjo bundle kit includes: This banjo is safely stored inside a 15mm premium fabric padded “gig bag” guitar case with pocket, carry handle, and shoulder strap. Extra strings, a polishing cloth, and three celluloid picks are also included.
Product information
| Item Weight | 5.9 pounds |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 13.5 x 39 inches |
| ASIN | B0973KXNHY |
| Item model number | 21714924 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars
43 ratings
4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #54,962 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #65 in Banjos (Musical Instruments) |
| Date First Available | June 11, 2021 |
| Back Material | Mahogany |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Color Name | Brown |
| Fretboard Material | Laurel |
| String Material | Alloy Steel |
| Top Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Proficiency Level | All |
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