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Where Purchased: Rob's shop in Tulsa
Year Purchased: 2011
Price Paid: 3300 ($US)
This banjo has a nice round sound and lots of volume. It sounds great and is quickly breaking in.
Sound Rating: 10
He set it up just as I requested. At some point I might want to raise the action a little, but for my level of playing it is just right for now.
Setup Rating: 10
It is a beautiful banjo. He built it exactly as I described. It is an eye-catching burled walnut and the inlay...well, I think it is great! You can see it on his website under "custom" banjos. I call it the "Double Thunderbird." The name will be obvious to you when you see the banjo. It is the walnut banjo with the Thunderbird inlays on the 1 & 3 frets and the Marine Corps emblem at the base of the neck.
Appearance Rating: 10
I am very impressed by the finish. It is thick, durable and incredibly uniform. I have refinished an piece of furniture or two, and I am amazed at how well he finished my banjo.
Reliability Rating: 10
Rob and his partners are very responsive. I live just few miles from their shop so I was able to stop by occasionally to see the progress of my banjo. I always felt welcome and Rob is always eager to please.
Customer Service: 10
My inlay work and the finish are definitely standouts. Take a look on his website.
Components Rating: 10
Beautiful banjo with a great sound made by a true gentleman. Thanks, Rob and Big Dave.
Overall Rating: 10
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