Something new or used, but I am basically looking for a resonating banjo with a tone ring and a decent amount of weight to it. I have been stuck with a johnson since... forever, and I would love to upgrade to a gibson/deering. Nothing fancy, just a good quality banjo that will last a long time.

12/29/2005 6:24:51 PM

well when u do upgrade, gimme a good price for that johnson and i'll take it off your hands.....aight?

12/29/2005 10:07:20 PM

Alright... will do

I am thinking of just saving up and getting the deering siera. If anyone has a used one of those that they are looking to sell, I am very interested.

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12/30/2005 4:50:09 PM

bttt

1/10/2006 12:12:51 PM

bttt

1/18/2006 4:28:02 PM

BTTFT

I got some replys!

1/19/2006 5:55:42 PM

BTTT

1/20/2006 12:01:03 PM

Does anyone have a gold tone that they want to sell?

1/25/2006 3:53:21 PM

Yeah, it's right behind my Gibson Les Paul that I don't have either

1/25/2006 4:07:13 PM

Gold tone does not = gibson les paul

But I see where you are going here

1/27/2006 10:12:05 AM

I've got a Deering Sierra but you ain't getting it.

1/27/2006 4:13:37 PM

Btw, how much you looking to spend?

You could nab a good used jo for a decent price.

1/27/2006 4:14:30 PM

There's a store in Wendell that has a nice selection:

http://www.zeppmusic.com

Decently priced as well.

1/27/2006 4:17:22 PM

That's where I got my 2004 Deering Sierra(like new condition - one owner, never played) for $1100 with free installation of railroad spikes + hardshell case + extras.

Very nice sounding banjo.

I think he's got a new one in right now so call him up and get a price.

1/27/2006 4:20:34 PM

Quote :

"Gold tone does not = gibson les paul But I see where you are going here "

If you get the right one it does.... top end Gold Tones are awesome

I know deering is good as well.


What are some other top-notch banjo brands. I assume Gibson makes a great one too. Any others?

1/27/2006 4:22:13 PM

^

There are many good banjo makers out there.

There's a huge niche market of custom banjo luthiers.

The more common names are: Gibson, Goldtone, Deering, Stelling, etc.

1/27/2006 4:24:36 PM

anyhting over a grand is prolly too high. I am not a musician by any means, I just love to play it, therefore, I don't need a high end quality banjo just one that doesn't require me tuning every five minutes, and one that is not bloody hell on my left hand. Trying to bar chords or playing up the neck on mine is excessively difficult.

I used to live in boone, and there is a shop up there that is offering a high quality gold tone at about 650. I am thinking of going for it.

1/27/2006 11:21:51 PM

you should get a crafters of tennessee

1/28/2006 11:44:51 AM

If that is what I am thinking of, then I whish that I could.

1/28/2006 12:07:21 PM

bttt, still looking, blah blah blah.

I sort of spent a bunch of time playing a deering last weekend and was completely sold. It has such a unique sound to it, but more importantly to me, it was verrrryyy easy to play. Almost effortless. So, if anyone has a used one to get rid of, and assuming that it is good condition, I can give you 750 for it.

2/3/2006 4:06:14 PM

SEEN

2/5/2006 11:33:28 PM

BANJOWNED

2/5/2006 11:36:29 PM

^

2/6/2006 5:30:51 PM

Quote :

"BANJOWNED"

lol, this is an Indian curse word, so says my friend, who speaks perfect hindi

2/8/2006 9:37:07 PM

try ebay.

2/8/2006 9:51:33 PM