Epiphone MB-100
submitted 9/8/2008
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Submitter |
jugglejerk |
Where Purchased |
Guitar center |
Year Purchased |
2008 |
Price Paid |
150 ($US) |
Sound
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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 |
Setup
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the setup was a little poor, but the crew a guitar center admitted not knowing much about banjos. with a little instruction i found online, i was able to correct the bridge placement, and now it stays in tune just fine. |
Setup Rating |
5 |
Appearance
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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 |
Reliability
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Every individual piece on this banjo is very utilitarian. It may not be "pretty", but it does it's job just fine. |
Reliability Rating |
8 |
Customer Service
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Customer Service |
not rated |
Components
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GET NEW STRINGS. besides that, Its great. |
Components Rating |
7 |
Overall Comments
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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 |
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