Starting my first build
Started my first banjo build tonight. Black walnut 12 segment rim, 11 inch. I thought that I would use for the middle ring alternating blocks of walnut and maple. Any thoughts on this? Thanks for any...
View ArticleLiquor question,,,,,,,,
I'm talking about whiskey fig,,,,;) I don't like any sweet whiskey and the best I've tasted that I like is the one brand that could be made during prohibition, A good KY whiskey called Early Times. I...
View ArticleAnyone familiar with MATAO banjos?
Here's a prime example....all I know is Japanese made in same factory with Alvarez,Ibanez,etc. This one looks really cool! If I were a bit closer to Palo Alto, I'd probably give it a try myself....
View ArticleDecisions, Decisions.....
Of these three banjos what order would you rank tonal quality, best to worst. Need to make a decision. Don't worry, you won't hurt my feelings. Banjo#1...
View ArticleWatch Online Live Samaa Tv (3107)
SAMAA TV is the only resource of latest, top story and breaking news from Pakistan, South Asia and all over the world.And Also Watch Samaa Tv Live click...
View ArticleBurned out....ever feel that way
Lately things have just been wide open. I got fired up last year ,learned a lot of new material, wrote some stuff, started picking regularly with a group of guys in a band. I still have the same great...
View ArticleUSB Interfaces??
Been looking and researching different ones and trying to decide what to get. I know the quality im getting recording through the usb mic and stock sound card aren't as good as it could be. Im going to...
View ArticleLooking at getting an open back,,,question,,,,
I have been listening to open backs, and I've really got a taste for that mello "old timy" sound. I'm thinking I might want that sound. So. I am looking around, but I have a question. When I played...
View Articlecapo's for a banjo-Ramsey Standard specifically
so what is a preferred capo for a Ramsey standard? haven't saw it yet, but i understand it has something of a soft V neck shape thanks d
View ArticleNew Deering Deluxe
Hello members, Are there any members out there that own the newer Deering Deluxe 5 string banjo model? (the one with the colored inlays and gloss finish) Visually, I think it's a handsome banjo....
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Can someone fill me in ??
Is this the "current" Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen Band? Dirty Kitchen is scheduled to pick here in a month or two. Do I really get to hear Mike, and Chris picking with Frank??? My fingers are...
View Article"cold frosty morn" is the song that bump started all this for me
about where is that song in a students progression? is it a very advanced song to learn-so far, its the 'one' i want to know and play well. d
View Articlebilt rite capo
I really want to buy one of the new bilt rite capos but they don't seem to have a website or anything. Can anyone point me in the right direction?Cheers
View ArticleClamshells -Help!
In my pile, I have 3 extra clamshell tailpieces. Please explain the purpose of the clamshell before I take them apart so I can actually USE them.
View ArticleMike Munford
If you like Mike's picking here is a great video from the Anchorage Folk Festival. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ChMbWDuEe0&feature=colike
View Article2012 Berkeley Gourd/Tackhead Banjo Making Workshop *June 4th - 8th*
Great news! The 2nd annual Berkeley Gourd/Tackhead Banjo Making workshop has been scheduled for June 4th - 8th. There will be a brief orientation on the evening of the 3rd to prepare us for the week...
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