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Recording King: RK-80

Submitted by backbaybob on 12/11/2008

Where Purchased: Cliff Fitch

Year Purchased: 2008
Price Paid: Don't Remember historic exchange rates / currency converter

Sound

I asked Cliff to upgrade the existing Rim with his new Nitro and the volume and tone are unbelievable. Lots of sustain and a very strong 4th string.

Sound Rating: 10

Setup

I told Cliff that I was a beginner with only a years experience. He set the action up nice and low, With no buzz at all. We all know his reputation, he exceeding my expectations

Setup Rating: not rated

Appearance

The Banjo is perfect. Fit and finish excellant, no noticable flaws

Appearance Rating: 10

Reliability

This thing should last forever or until I buy another one!

Reliability Rating: 10

Customer Service

Standard RK warranty. I have not dealt wtih them.

Customer Service: not rated

Components

Everything is fine and I'm glad I upgraded to the Nitro Rim.

Components Rating: 10

Overall Comments

I would recommend both the banjo and Clif Fitch to anyone.

Overall Rating: 10

Other: Jack Hatfield Banjo Board

Submitted by backbaybob on 7/25/2008

Where Purchased: Jack Hatfield

Overall Comments

I travel a lot and cannot always take my banjo. After posting a question in a forum concerning right hand practice devices, I was steered to Jack's site and his Banjo Board. I recieved it a few days ago and have been using it to practice rolls with almost constantly since then. It makes a slight clicking sound as you strike the strings and is barely audible to the player or anyone in the room. The board duplicates the banjo perfectly. I measured the string spacing and it matches my Banjo exactly. Bridge height is 5/8 ths. Well worth the $35.
I also use Jack's Beginner Banjo Book as my sole learning tool and it is also great.

Overall Rating: 10

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