Sound

Just started playing a few months back. Sounds great to me. Not enough of a player to expound on the banjo's sound qualities.

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

Tough to find fault here.

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

Absolutely would recommend the banjo to someone looking to start out playing bluegrass banjo (like me). The banjo was a gift which kind of sketched me out. I usually prefer to pick out instruments but just love this thing. Sounds really good for what I think it cost - even considering it needed a setup. Expect it will be the banjo I play until I can play half + of the tunes off Foggy Mountain Banjo and know what 'sound' I want.

Overall Rating

9

Sound

Nice bluegrass banjo for the money. As with any banjo, a proper setup will give you the best sound. But the tone ring gives it a nice bright popping sound. Plenty loud enough.

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

Everything on this banjo is shiny. It has a mahogany neck and resonator, a multi-ply maple rim, and rosewood fingerboard. All wood is good quality and the finish is nice and clear and shiny. Inlays are placed great and fit nicely. The hardware is chrome and looks great.

It has the headstock like a Gibson RB-250 and hearts/flowers inlay like on a Gibson Earl Scruggs Standard.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

Epiphone is a subsidiary of Gibson. Even though this banjo has many similarities as an Earl Scruggs Standard, it is NOT A GIBSON. But, you would contact Gibson for factory customer service. Epiphone banjos have a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original purchaser (non-transferable). I haven't had any issues with this banjo that needed customer service. But, I have called Gibson to ask them about the Epiphone banjos and they are nice to work with.

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

I would recommend this banjo to anyone that wants a quality bluegrass banjo for around $600. You really are getting alot for the money. Number one, you are getting a real tone ring banjo. Not a tone hoop or any other device. This banjo does have a tone ring (it's a heavy banjo!). Fit and finish are nice and neat. It isn't a Gibson (though you may have people reminding you of that if you buy an Epiphone) but is does look much like one. It does all I need to do to pick a few Scruggs tunes. Comparing this banjo to my Goodtime 2 is like daylight and dark. The Goodtime didn't have a tone ring so the tone was more mellow whereas the MB-250 has a nice pop and more sustain. There are a few things that could be upgraded on this banjo like the tuners and bridge, but these are things people normally replace anyway on any banjo. It is nothing that tuned me away. The Epiphone MB-250 is a bright, crisp banjo that has plenty of volume. I also bought the Epiphone EH60 hardshell banjo case from FQM. Nice, snug fitting case with roomy storage.

Note:
Sometimes you will find photos of Epiphone MB-250s with the emblem Masterbuilt between the 21st and 22nd fret. This is in the same general area where Gibson will put Mastertone on their banjos. My Epiphone MB-250 has EPIPHONE in this location, not Masterbuilt. It appears that older MB-250s had this Masterbuilt logo at this fret location and the new ones now has EPIPHONE. I emailed Gibson with my serial number and they said my banjo was made in July of 2008, was shipped from a Gibson/Epiphone warehouse on 12-10-08 to First Quality Music in Louisville, KY and I bought it on 12-13-08

I wrote a review in the forums on my MB-250 when I bought it and posted some detailed photos.

Go here to check it out. Or click on my name, go to my Blogs, and see it there.
http://www.banjohangout.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=133980

Overall Rating

10

Sound

It's not bad. It sounds like a cheap instrument, but for $129 on sale it is just fine. I use it for my elementary music room banjo so I don't mind letting kids hold it and try it out. It would serve as a fine travel banjo though you will need to buy a case of some kind. I needed to change the strings and tighten the head but after a few days it has gotten a little better. I give it a three compared to a 5 for a Goodtime.
It does have decent intonation now that the bridge is placed.

Sound Rating

3

Appearance

Plain Jane,
# 26.25" scale
# 1.25" nut
# traditional Mahogany neck
# rosewood fingerboard with dot
# open back maple rim
# Remo head

Appearance Rating

not rated

Customer Service

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

My favorite feature is the price. After that, I'm happy that it plays in tune. After that I'm glad I don't have to worry about it. All in all, I leave it at work and come home to play my Ramsey. But - it's great for $129!

Overall Rating

4

Sound

I'm not that experienced wth a variety of banjos, but I would call the sound this one puts out as bright and even. It's a little quite if you want to jam with other banjos, but if you're playing around the house while your two year old daughter is sleeping, It's GREAT!!

Sound Rating

8

Appearance

It looks like a banjo?????
seriusly I like the simplicity. most open back banjos don't come with a wrist rest, but i find tis one very complimentary.

Appearance Rating

6

Customer Service

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

I shopped around and around for a first banjo. I've played guitar for a while, and I know what I enjoy playing. Most of the low end ($250 and under banjos) were cold, uncomfortable, and sounded "unhappy". I honestly expcted to pay at least $300 for a banjo I would be comfortable with until I sat down down with this one. Some of my snootier friends told me I wouldn't be happy with it in the long run, but the more I learn on this instrument, the more I LOVE IT!

Overall Rating

8

Sound

This was truly surprising to me. I went to Guitar City not to buy but to try out thinking this could be a good travel banjo. Not expensive and no great loss if damaged in travel.

Sound Rating

7

Appearance

Pretty decent. Not as nice looking as my Gold Tone Cripple Creek, but I did install planetary tuners on the Gold Tone so that looks nicer than the guitar tuners.

Appearance Rating

7

Customer Service

Guitar City does a nice job as far as I can tell of supporting after sale.

Customer Service

7

Overall Comments

Like I said - totally surprised and will definitely buy one for travel. I like my Cripple Creek with the rolled brass tone ring better but I like this better than the Rover I had a couple of years ago.

Overall Rating

7

Sound

This banjo sounds very good, I compared it to a couple others at GC (Deering Goodtime 2, & A Fender FB-58) I bought the FB-58 and a couple weeks later my wife bought me this one.

This banjo has a nice old timey sound to it with all the stock parts on it. It has a very good quality tone for it's price.

Sound Rating

8

Appearance

I gave this a 6 only because underneath the head the rim had started to separate a bit, which was easily fixed with some wooddust and superglue.

The appearance of the banjo is very nice. It's very basic and old timey looking. I disassembled the whole banjo once I purchased it and did a basic setup of the whole thing. During that I fixed the wood that was separating on the rim and put a tung oil finish over the whole rim, Removed the logo from the head, Pulled the frets after the 17th fret filled the slots with epoxy and gave the fretboard a mineral oil wipe down. And the banjo is quite beautiful after a good cleaning.

Appearance Rating

6

Customer Service

Havn't dealt with customer service.

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

This is a great little banjo for the money, It took me a bit of work to set it up and modify it to my likings. But after all that, it really is a great instrument. It doesn't compare to the looks of my FB-58, But the tone is very nice. It has a great old timey sound which I've been wanting, And after removing the arm rest and the frets after the 17th it makes this a great frailing banjo.

For $180 and a bit of time to set it up, It's a really good deal.

I would recommend this banjo to others looking for a low budget banjo that sounds good and will last them.

Overall Rating

8

Sound

It seems pretty bright and gives the Deering Goodtime competition for an affordable price. I am glad I got an open back instrument. Unfortunately, there were not enough banjo technicians at the store so I took it to Music Folk (www.musicfolk.com) for head tightening, nut repair, and bridge moving. I intend to have spikes added soon. It's great for Scruggs style picking and clawhammer alike. I will use either a Barcus-Berry discq or Dean Markley dot pickup with it. I intend to learn clawhammer.

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

It is very plain and a light mahogany, no flaws. No custom work was done nor will be done. I do have a penchant for some wacky stickers on my gig bags though. :-) For instance, I would not use a Crybaby pedal with a banjo so stuck one on the gig bag. I am learning to leave things be and simple, to avoid inlay work.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

I added a 2 yr warranty so Guitar Center is giving me 3 years (1 yr manufacturer's warranty). I wish it were lifetime or limited lifetime.

Customer Service

9

Overall Comments

This is the banjo I should have bought long ago. I would replace it with an identical model asap, but get it at a store with a Superior gig bag, setup, and spikes, and a Barcus-Berry Disc pickup. I love it overall, especially the light weight, open-back size. For all resonating banjos are cracked up to be, light weight is for me.

Overall Rating

10

Sound

I bought this banjo for 'grab & go' anywhere use and for practice use instead of my resonator banjo when I need to keep the volume down in the house. Right out of the box I replaced the strings and the bridge (ghs PF 135's & a Kat Eyz bridge) . I did not even try the original no-name bridge. With these noted modifications the sound is 'old timey' and the strings ring quite nicely.... No tinny sounds or overtones noted. I did note, however, that a 'hammer-on' is 'weak' sounding...possibly because the ring dies off quicker than on a banjo with a resonator. The tonal quality holds pretty well up the neck until about the 17th-19th fret then starts to get muddy, losing ring/tonal quality ...but certainly satisfactory for a starter banjo.

Overall, I think the overall sound is terrific for an inexpensive open-back banjo.

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

The neck and rim are listed in the specs as mahogany, but the color looks more like maple, which is OK too. The wood has a smooth satin finish. No flaws noted. Out of the box the rosewood fretboard appeared to be very dry but a little fretboard conditioner seemed to remedy that. The wire frets had no burrs or snags .

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

I've not had any reason to contact customer service. The banjo comes with a limited lifetime warranty "against defects of materials and workmanship". Am not sure of the value of the warranty.

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

Would absolutely recommend this banjo as a starter or a 'grab and go' take anywhere banjo. It won't hold it's own volume-wise like a resonator, but is certainly adequate for small gatherings. If stolen, I'd replace it with the same banjo. Best features... it's lightweight, simple design, seems durable, has nice sound for the $$....and is easy to play.

Overall Rating

9

Sound

The sound is fine for such an inexpensive banjo. Initially I thought it was terrible, but as I got back playing, it got better without any modifications other than new strings--I was the problem as I learned how to play again after nearly 20 years. That said, the sound is only OK, a little thin and nondescript. Any banjo with any kind of tone ring will be brighter and more substantial. It's not loud--a good thing for the moment--and will probably only overwhelm three or four guitars instead of six or eight (or ten for a Stelling?).
The rating reflects the US$150 price I've seen on the Web--I got the banjo as a gift and don't know what my daughter paid for it. You'd certainly have to pay two or three times as much to see much improvement.

[Addendum 29 March 2008] The sound seems at least as good as that of a Gold Tone CC100R I tried in a local shop after writing this review, although this may just indicate that the Epiphone was set up better.

Sound Rating

7

Appearance

This lily has not been gilded, and I'm glad. It's quite plain and simple--dots on the fingerboard, no stain, guitar-style tuners. The dots may be mother of toilet seat, but they fit better than the MOTS dots on my 1960s Vega did, and the board seems to be something like rosewood.

I like the feel of the neck finish--satin and not too thick.

Appearance Rating

7

Customer Service

I didn't deal with Epiphone, but the Halifax Folklore Centre set the instrument up well and I'm sure will be as good to deal with as they have been the past 35 years.

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

The MB-100 is a steal for US$150 including a bag. I don't think there is anything that can touch it at the price. I recommend it for both beginners and players who need an outstandingly adequate banjo they're not afraid to take anywhere. Those who can't set it up themselves _must_ make sure that it is set up properly, but you'll still have money left over from $200 if you have to pay for this. While you're at it replace the tailpiece.

BTW, I'm comparing the MB-100 with my previous banjos, an aluminum-pot Raven with a very crude neck, a 1960s Vega, and an El Degas Mastertone copy.
[Addendum 29 March 2008] After trying a Gold Tone CC100R, which sported a much higher price (and is commonly recommended here), I think the Epiphone compares nicely, and I'm all the more convinced that the MB-100 is a terrific buy.

Overall Rating

9

Sound

this banjo sounds great i play scruggs syle and to be honest with you sound wise you cant tell the difference betwen this and a very high end banjo

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

amazing its got thisinlay work on it thats breathtaking the headstock is espeshaly nice and if you turn it over there is a very pretty golden eagle

the one thing i dont like is on the back of the head stock theres 3 or 4 stickers but that only bothers me, none of my freinds who play it seem to mind

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

it is under a life time warenty wich is awsome

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

i love this banjo and would recomend it for all levels of players for the price that was paid even after the $50 setup it was a steal

only bad thing i can say about it is that the armrest gets in the way and makes it very hard to play clawhammer but hey all armrests do that what ya gonna do

its also a closed back wich makes it heavey but the volume it prodeces more than makes up for it

Overall Rating

10

Sound

I've revised this section a bit after playing my Goodtime II banjo and making a better comparison. When played by a good clawhammer player, it has a decent sound, although overall I'd call it a muffled sound -- no real brights (definitely not crisp) and now really good lows either. Overall, for the price, and for the lack of a tone ring, it has a very good sound with a nice ringing resonance (surprising amount of sustain, actually). At this price, it sounds pretty good, almost like the $300-plus Saga.

Sound Rating

6

Appearance

I love the look of this banjo, and so does almost everyone who sees it. Very plain -- a simple headstock (which I like), natural finish on the maple neck, headstock, and pot, beautiful piece of rosewood on the fingerboard, all finished very well. I like a simple look; it has a very timeless appeal.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

N/A. I think their website stinks (not as much information as I'd like to see, and only one picture of the product).

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

I would definitely recommend this banjo as even experienced players seem to like it. At the price, I just don't think you can find a better banjo -- it's way better than the Rover (same price), just as good as the Saga open back ($200 more), and I think even nicer than the Deering Goodtimes, although I like those banjos, too (but they cost about $150 more). I just love the feel of the neck, of the fretboard, and of this banjo in general. Even if I had paid the full $149 GC price, I'd still feel that I had made a great deal. The fact that my friend who knows how to play really was able to make this banjo really sing is a testament to its quality. DO NOT hesitate for a moment to purchase this banjo. The local GC has sold three in the past couple of months, including this one, and I'm sure the current one in stock will be gone soon. People see them, like them, and grab them. You should, too.

Overall Rating

8

Sound

My musical style is Bluegrass & Country and this banjo suits them just fine! I was very surprised with the sound of the Epiphone MB-250 when I first tried it. The MB-250 has the same quality sound as some of the other "high priced" banjos I have played, and is far superior to others in it's price bracket. For what I paid, you just can't beat it.

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

I love the appearance of the MB-250, it has that classic "Earl Scruggs" Gibson look to it which I absolutely love.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

I haven't had a problem with my banjo where I had to call customer service. I did call them however because I had a question about the warranty. When I called the Epiphone "800" number, I was put directly through to the 24 hour Gibson Customer Service Dept. They were friendly and helped me out right away.

I have other musician friends that have dealt with Gibson Customer Service and said they are very easy to deal with and got satisfactory results every time.

The Epiphone MB-250 comes with a limited lifetime warranty. (I'm waiting a while before I install the Shubb 5th string capo, as it will void the warranty)

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

I highly recommend this banjo, for the price I paid it's a quality instrument. If my banjo was ever lost or stolen I'd have no second thoughts about going out and buying the same banjo right away. I love every thing about this banjo, from the sound to the looks to the price I paid!

Overall Rating

10

Sound

Good clean sound all up the neck. It may be a tad soft for some who like super crisp sound. I tend to like my banjo's with a tad warmer sound.

Sound Rating

8

Appearance

Clean well constructed not a whole lot o frills. Just the way I like my banjos.

Appearance Rating

8

Customer Service

Have no idea

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

I am really pleased with the banjo. I haven't played in 20 years so I have some re learning to do but so far it is responding to my rusty fingers very well.

The same banjo in Canada is $900 + so I am jumping for joy at the price I got it for. Even with shipping I am ahead by $500.

If I had it stolen I would be pissed of course.

I gave the MB - 200 a whirl before I bought the 250 and there is no comparison. I am surprised that epiphone does not have a banjo between the 200 & 250. I wouldn't buy the 200 for my kids to play but the 250 is a quality instrument.

The only other banjo I played was a handmade beast that my brother owned. I have no idea what make it was as I was just a boneheaded teen that didn't care one way or other, I just loved to play. I have to say It was magical but the MB 250 still does not dissapoint.

Overall Rating

9

Sound

The sound is Real good for the price. I wanted something that would get me through the basics, 3 finger. After a year of playing it I am ready to move to something with good sound up the neck.

Sound Rating

6

Appearance

Very nice look to it. Like most Epiphones, a copy of a Gibson design. I get lots of comments on the way it looks.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

I have never had to deal with Epiphone so I can not rate it.

Customer Service

5

Overall Comments

I think for the money that it is a good Banjo to start with. I think if you are going to purchase a Banjo to start playing with. Have someone that can play, play a few of the starter models and select the one that sounds the best to you.

Overall Rating

7

Sound

After adding a Snuffy Smith bridge and Scruggs light weight strings the sound is teriffic. My instructor has a Deering that he paid $2400.00, and he told me that the sound of my Epiphone is every bit as good as his.

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

With the gold tone and beautiful wood finish they don't get much more beautiful than this one. The inlay work is very nice as well.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

No comment...don't expect to need it.

Customer Service

9

Overall Comments

You cannot go wrong with this banjo. No need to spend alot of money when this instrument of very high quality can be acquired for a fraction of what other banjo with similar appearance and sound would cost.

Overall Rating

10

Sound

Better, cleaner sound than other banjos I played. Tried a lot in the $400-$900 range (Alvarez, Fender, Washburn, K-something, Deering) and thought this was the best. I give it a medium high rating because I was not going to find or try really high-end banjos. This was absolutely the best sounding in my price range.

Sound Rating

8

Appearance

Very pretty for the price. Like most Epiphones, a knockoff of a Gibson design, and all the cosmetics are good. Nice inlays, nice headstock shape.

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

Previous experience with Epiphone on other instruments has been perfect. If it's broke and it shouldn't be, they fix it.

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

Within this price range, looking for above a beginner banjo for a person who is not going to spend $thousands on a banjo, I strongly recommend it after just a few months.

Overall Rating

9

Sound

i played this thing for 2 months..before i realized the strings that came on it new were terrible...it sounded pretty good but kinda floppy......i finally decided to try some new ones...i got a set of earl scruggs light gauge,.....and the sound changed and improved 100 perecnt....all of a sudden i sounded just like the beverly hillbillies tv show...

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

it looks great...its kinda heavy..it makes my shoulder hurt unless i put a pillow under the strap.....but then my wife aint got no where to sleep when i do that...

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

cant say...

Customer Service

5

Overall Comments

for 599.00 i think its great......its the first new instrument i've bought in years.....i used to have an old 70's alvarez but i like this one better,......

Overall Rating

not rated

Sound

Sounds great (I have a johnson beginner banjo) this is my first mid priced banjo and first resonator instrument so I was struck with the difference in sound

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

Well I could not justify buying a Gibson, for now anyway but this epipohone is a pleasing alternative

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

I surfed the web for the best price and music123 was it. The banjo arrived intact within a few days (no shipping charge)

Customer Service

9

Overall Comments

I am very pleased with the price I paid and with the quality of workmanship Its as close to a Gibson as I'll come for a while

Overall Rating

10

Sound

I play Scruggs Style and this banjo is very loud and punches through with clairty either on the top or bottom of the scale.

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

The banjo is a beautiful gold tone with hearts and flowers.. Inlay work is excellent

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

Haven't dealt with the company. If it needs fixing I will take it back to C. Scott.

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

I recommend this banjo. It is excellent for taking to festivals. Like I said, It stands up with any Gibson and you don't constantly worry about it while at the festivals. A great instrument for the price. I believe they are going for around $1300.00 retail. But look on line and get them for around $750.00. Plan to pay approx $50. to $100. for a better setup.

Overall Rating

10

Sound

I play bluegrass and this banjo is a perfect fit for me. Its loud and clear like a bell

Sound Rating

10

Appearance

I believe its mahogany...no flaws and the heart inlays give it a nice look. the resonator, hardware, everything is easy on the eyes

Appearance Rating

10

Customer Service

Hermes Customer service sucked!!!!

Customer Service

1

Overall Comments

I love my banjo but i woudlnt mind havin another one...The name doesnt matter its the sound it makes that matters. Give me the right setup and I'll take that over any name any day

Overall Rating

10

Sound

Basic bluegrass banjo,pretty loud ,and fairly bright , with a decent bass.A little hollow sounding, I believe due to a laminated resonator with alot of finish.

Sound Rating

7

Appearance

Very nice to look at, a perfect copy of the Earl Scruggs standard,(on the outside). Pleasing inlay work, nice wide binding,comfortable neck. Tuners are nice and tight, tone ring fit could be better,but that will be my next project as I'm determined to make this banjo sing to her full potential.

Appearance Rating

7

Customer Service

I have no idea about epiphone's service, I have one of their guitars, and this banjo, as ,for the money, they are good knock around instruments. If any problems, I'd just have my luthier deal with it.

Customer Service

not rated

Overall Comments

Great for the price, if you know how to set up your own banjo. Actually alot of banjo for the money,once you get everything right..for a beginner though, I would recommend Gold Tone ,as their neck to pot link is much stronger- tighter,and I'm sure their service is better/quicker. God bless, Pastor Harry

Overall Rating

6

Sound

Sound is good and full. A bit of adjusting could help.

Sound Rating

7

Appearance

Nice looking banjo (from a distance). The neck has a heart inlay and the maple resinator has a dark finish. The tension hoop and resonator flange was rough and showed signs of file scratches. The thumbscrews looked as if someone marked them up with a screwdriver.
The wood was in good condition.

Appearance Rating

7

Customer Service

This instrument has a lifetime warranty on hardware and workmanship.
I have not had to call for repairs.
Customer service was poor. If this store represented all others it's no wonder Mars Music went under. (DON'T hire musicians to be salesmen).
I wanted to test drive a Scruggs model Gibson but it was abused and broken. I even offered to buy a bridge and repair the instrument so I could try it out, "NO". They wouldn't even discuss letting me buy it with a damage discount.
They were having a store wide sale but it didn't include banjos since they were already at "Rock Bottom Prices".
I'm considering writing to Epiphone and see what they have to say about my suspected replacement bridge.
Epiphone referred me to Gibson company so I could get more info in this instrument and I am awaiting a reply...........1 day later got a reponse they said "Specifications are subject to change without notice". That's it.
I wrote back asking for more hardware info (9-12-03), (11-15-03), (1-4-04) no response. Made several calls to 1-800-4GIBSON before I talked to a real person.

Customer Service

3

Overall Comments

For the price I paid this would be a good instrument for a good beginner to an intermediate player. It's good for knocking around and working out difficult lics so you won't wear out your prime instrument.
If it were stolen? I would probably upgrade.
I really wanted to go in and buy a Good Gibson but the store (Mars Music) was not interested in being helpful.
I have noticed that the bridge is different than anything I've seen online or in catalogs. I have a feeling it was broken and replaced
So far I am not impressed with Mars Music or the Gibson Company as far as responding to e-mail requests for instrument specs so that I may make an accurate review. If you wish to call Gibson (1-800-4GIBSON) you will need patience but if you hold on long enough you will get an option to leave a message.

Overall Rating

5

Sound

I mostly play Scruggs style,but any is fine.Sounds teriffic with Earl Scrugg strings

Sound Rating

9

Appearance

Quite pleasing.Nice Mahogany,Rosewood fingerboard,Inlays(Pearl-Rose ?)Eagle on Resonator (nice touch).Friends comments Beautiful.Trimmed somewhat like Gibson-RB-250

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

Have'nt had a problem yet

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

I would recommend it for the beginner and also anybody who plays. Also those who cant afford a high price and want a good sound and good looking banjo.If it were stolen I'd give that person lessons for their sentencing.Then they would know how dear instruments are to those of us who play them.I'd also do a bit of screaming,crying,etc.etc.

Overall Rating

10

Sound

I like playing Don Reno and Scruggs styles.

Sound Rating

8

Appearance

Mahogany with rosewood fingerboard, rose inlays along fretboard.

Appearance Rating

9

Customer Service

Unit is still under warranty and Gibson manufacturers carry a lifetime warranty. I purchased additional coverage from the music store which I purchased it. No warranty problems has been experienced.

Customer Service

10

Overall Comments

I would recommend this banjo for anyone, beginner or otherwise. I would have to say I would actually cry if this banjo was stolen. I love this banjos sound and so do my friends and family in the hills of Eastern Kentucky.

Overall Rating

10

Sound

The sound is very good, has a good ring without it being overpowering.

Sound Rating

7

Appearance

It is trimmed like a Gibson RB- 250 i saw at a festival.

Appearance Rating

8

Customer Service

Never dealt with them before

Customer Service

5

Overall Comments

For the price I paid , I would surely recommend it

Overall Rating

8