DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device.
Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher.
Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more.
Premier Sponsors
The banjo reviews database is here to help educate people before they purchase an instrument. Of course, this is not meant to be a substitute for playing the instrument yourself!
7235 reviews in the archive.
Where Purchased: Vance Music
Year Purchased: 2005
Price Paid: 699.0 ($US)
I play mostly bluegrass and this banjo. And I can get plenty of volume out of it if I want. Hammer ons, Pull offs, and slides all sound very good. The tonal qualities are great in all positions.
Sound Rating: 9
I like a high action and brighter sound, So I installed a 11/16 bridge and tightened the head. All adjustments were very easy to do.
Setup Rating: 8
Wow, It is a great looking banjo. There were no flaws I could find.
Appearance Rating: 10
It seem very well constructed, I have no fear using it in any performance without a backup banjo.
Reliability Rating: 10
Life time warranty. I havent had it long enough to worrie about any repair issues. Mike with Morgan Monroe has replied to every email I have sent him. Their web site and warranty registation online needs a little help.
Customer Service: 9
All parts seem to be in good working order. I dont see any parts that standout but then none seem to be bad.
Components Rating: 9
The Cascade seems to be just as good as any other in that price range. It has a great sound that just seems to improve the more I play it. I would recommend it to anyone.
Overall Rating: 10
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Privacy Consent (EU/GDPR Only)
Copyright 2026 Banjo Hangout. All Rights Reserved.