Epiphone MB-100
submitted 5/30/2009
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Submitter |
ukindazu |
Where Purchased |
Musicians Friend |
Year Purchased |
2009 |
Price Paid |
129 ($US) |
Sound
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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 |
Setup
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Needed to set the bridge and tighten the head. One string broke while tuning it up so I just changed them right off. |
Setup Rating |
5 |
Appearance
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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 |
Reliability
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Would not gig with it, but it is a good "no worries" banjo. Travel, camping, school kids etc.... |
Reliability Rating |
5 |
Customer Service
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Customer Service |
not rated |
Components
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Fine as is. Not worth investing in upgrades. |
Components Rating |
5 |
Overall Comments
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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 |
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