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: Private party
Year Purchased: 2010
Price Paid: 380.00 ($US) (bought USED)
Compared to some of the other beginner/low end banjos I've played around with, I think this one sounds great (for the price). I have the burled maple and it sounds bright and has some volume.
Sound Rating: 8
The banjo was setup by the banjohut. I bought it used, but it was unplayed. The action was set very low/fast. After about 2 months, I started to get string buzz which I got fixed for about $18 (truss rod adjustment). I found it easy to play/learn on.
Setup Rating: 8
It's a nice looking banjo. Mine's the burled maple and it has a nice finish. Personally, I think it has a look and feel of some of the more expensive banjos I've played with at shops.
Appearance Rating: 8
Everything seems well-built.
Reliability Rating: 8
N/A
Customer Service: 8
It all seems nice a sturdy to me. Nothing feels too cheap.
Components Rating: 8
For the price, this is a great banjo. If you want an entry level resonator banjo, the price and quality are hard to beat.
Overall Rating: 8
I've seen Mark 4 times now (at Boulevard Music in Culver City) and really enjoy his teaching. He's VERY patient and encouraging, but also able to give constructive criticism.
He's given me some great practice tips (something I wasn't very good at). I'm still a beginner, so I can only comment on his ability to work with me at my level -- and in that regard he's great.
Overall Rating: 10
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Privacy Consent (EU/GDPR Only)
Copyright 2026 Banjo Hangout. All Rights Reserved.