I’ve actually been thinking of a 6 string guitar tuned banjo as a project.......what does that make me??!! I didn’t know banjos were that hated, never had one but always been curious, is it a dark art to play ?
I’ve actually been thinking of a 6 string guitar tuned banjo as a project.......what does that make me??!! I didn’t know banjos were that hated, never had one but always been curious, is it a dark art to play ?
Otis Taylor makes his banjo sound very bluesy and awesome. Seasick Steve also does some good banjo tunes. Doesn't always have to mean closing time!
Mantra: No more pedals, must finish BlueyCaster...
Disclaimer: I haven't done woodwork since high school, and wasn't really paying attention at the time ...
I actually love a good bit of banjo, but don't let Simon Barden hear you talking them up...
First (proper) build: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=8546
Second build: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ad.php?t=10229
They're fine in their place.
And that place just happens to be a roaring fire on a cold day.
Guess there's so much hate for the banjo, because it's such a challenging instrument to play. People always hate what kick their a$$. Have fun with it earl Scruggs book is a valuable resource for both the luthier an the player!
I enjoy teasing banjo players, but I also LOVE listening to it. Something about that twang that gets me every time
#001 (LP-1S) [finished - co-runner up Nov 2018 GOTM]
#002 (WL-1)
#003 (MPL Megacaster - semi scratch build) [finished]
#004 (ST-1 JR - Arachnoid Superhero build) [finished]
#005 (LP jr)
#006 (TL-1A)
Junk shop acoustic refurbs (various)
'The TGS Special'
Any C.W. Stoneking fans here? Seems like he may have been teased away from the banjo
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Mantra: No more pedals, must finish BlueyCaster...
Disclaimer: I haven't done woodwork since high school, and wasn't really paying attention at the time ...
Great band. Here is the Melbourne-based band that inspired me to buy a banjo! Not sure if they are still playing - they have been quiet of late unfortunately. Still trying to get my head around the banjo method! Love the sound thats for sure.
~~ love through art ~~
Build 1: DHB-5 Semi-Hollow Electric Bass https://www.buildyourownguitar.com.a...ad.php?t=10621
Build 2: GSM-1 Electric Guitar https://www.buildyourownguitar.com.a...ad.php?t=10714
While we are all busy confessing our guilty little banjo secrets.....
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Hand crafting guitars, because Death Rays are expensive.