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7232 reviews in the archive.
Where Purchased: Menzies Stringed Instruments
Year Purchased: 2009
Price Paid: Don't Remember
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Wow what an outstanding instrument to play! If you play a banjo now, you need to check out the sounds and playability of one of Jeff's banjo's. I play the 3-finger picking style myself, and I have never had more fun. It has a deap yet full sound, and each string is a new world of tones.
Sound Rating: 10
I pulled it out of the box, flipped the bridge upwright, smiled and started playing. The only issue I had was me at first trying to beat it to death with my picks. This instrument gets louder the softer you play it.
Setup Rating: 10
Flawless! A picture paints a thousand words so take a look for yourself at: www.menziesinstruments.com
Appearance Rating: 10
It will be around for a long time. Who needs a backup?
Reliability Rating: 10
I now consider Jeff a good friend! Fast and easy!
Customer Service: 10
Handcrafted to perfection! Everything from the tuners to the gourd itself is crafted as if by a watch maker.
Components Rating: 10
No other banjo compares to the gourd banjo as it has it's own limitless range of sounds. If it was stolen, I'd buy another. It is the neatest thing to play. As a collector/player of vintage banjo's I can sum things up in two words-Thanks Jeff!
Overall Rating: 10
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