What's the size of the head for the banjo? Is it a flat-head or arch-head? Can I replace it with any type of head? Where can I purchase the same head?
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Monica,It is a flathead. Ten inch as I recall. It is a Remo head, sure you could find another (but why?) Replace the head on $200 banjo, sure go for it, but you may just want to find a better banjo. I got mine just to see if playing a banjo interested me. After 6 month I sold it and got a keeper that I really like the sound of. That said this is a good piece o for the price.
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my Oscar schmidt 5 string has 11 inch head. it is a Remo weatherking.these can usualy be purchased at any music store and reasonably priced. and to say this is a good beginners banjo.well priced.hope this info helped.Roy L. Parkerson,
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Yes it can. The resonator simply adds volume to the banjo by projecting the sound forward. It just takes a minute or two to remove it. All that is needed is a phillips head screwdriver.
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I took the banjo to the local music store, bought the bridge and had them install it. I understand that it's relatively simple after you have been playing awhile, but I am completely new at this. Placement of the bridge affects tone and tuning. It only cost $12.00 total and well worth it.
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Craig M. BTW - I have a 1 inch bulk head also. It matches the specs, and the base and nut measures 2.45 inches. (This might be what your after.)
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We bought it for our son's full size banjo. It measures 38 3/4 inches. It is fine for protecting a banjo that wasn't going to leave home often.
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I have this stand and I think it would work well for a banjo. It worked for my old Ovation guitar (which had the rounded back) and it works with my new guitar. The tongs might stick out a bit, but that would not hinder it from working well.
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I got mine on eBay from "Cleveland pawn" for $675 and it was shipped in the nice new "Guardian" banjo case, not the high quality expensive case, but not a junk neither.
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This is an excellent choice for a beginning banjo player. Of all the Chinese-made banjos, I think this one is probably the best value. I had to return mine for warranty issues, and they had no more to replace it. I opted for the Deering Goodtime at nearly three times the price - it's hand-made in America. Still, I think the OB5 is an excellent choice for anyone learning the banjo.
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bonnie - I am having the same problem. most banjo pots are heavier. all banjos need to be fit to your style of play. your 2nd purchase should have been a strap. string or button connectors. a must. you don't want to attach the strap to the neck. need to find spot on the pot. does not have to go where they mounted the loop holes. I check my mail about every 3 weeks, sorry. I've made more changes. nice piece
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This is an excellent banjo, and well worth the money. My opinion is that while you don't want to spend a fortune on your first banjo, it's important to get one that will not frustrate you. For instance, my first banjo was a cheap one, and I could not manage clawhammer on it at all. The strings were too close together on both ends, and there wasn't enough volume or sustain to get a decent note out when playing clawhammer style. When I first picked up my Goodtime 2 and tried clawhammer, a big smile spread over my face because I realized it was the banjo that had been holding me back, and that it was no longer an issue. This is an excellent banjo, and well worth the money. My opinion is that while you don't want to spend a fortune on your first banjo, it's important to get one that will not frustrate you. For instance, my first banjo was a cheap one, and I could not manage clawhammer on it at all. The strings were too close together on both ends, and there wasn't enough volume or sustain to get a decent note out when playing clawhammer style. When I first picked up my Goodtime 2 and tried clawhammer, a big smile spread over my face because I realized it was the banjo that had been holding me back, and that... » Read More This is an excellent banjo, and well worth the money. My opinion is that while you don't want to spend a fortune on your first banjo, it's important to get one that will not frustrate you. For instance, my first banjo was a cheap one, and I could not manage clawhammer on it at all. The strings were too close together on both ends, and there wasn't enough volume or sustain to get a decent note out when playing clawhammer style. When I first picked up my Goodtime 2 and tried clawhammer, a big smile spread over my face because I realized it was the banjo that had been holding me back, and that it was no longer an issue. « Show Less
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The one I ordered only came with the banjo, strings, and a few other pieces for the instrument. You will have to buy a case and stand separately, but these can be as cheap as $20.
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the widest part of a soprano ukulele fits tightly in this case. i'd say leas than 1/4" extra room. i dont know the dimensions of a banjolele but if it is slightly wider/longer than a uke it will not fit.
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John, This was a a GREAT deal and a beautiful quality case with great cushioning. Unfortunately, though the length and width fit, the depth did not. I have a 1917-18 European prototype banjo and the head depth was too large to fit the case. I had to push down on the case to close it causing the latches to strain. I called the company and they were helpful. Told me to let it sit for a week or two to see if the cushioning compacted enough to fit better. It did not and I had to send it back. It would've only been a matter of time before the latches broke off. It's been difficult finding a quality case at that price that will fit my banjo. I'm still looking.
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My banjo is 13 inch fits perfect. This is a soft case. The outside seams measure 14 inches. You could possibly squeeze it in. It would not be a perfect fit. It is a nice case though.
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I don't know of a specific piece, but I imagine it would be relatively easy to make. Mine came with leather straps that wrapped around individual braces and screwed into the holes on the main strap. I don't have a thousand dollar banjo, so I am not worried about an individual bracket breaking off the rim. If you feel the need to distribute the weight across the entire rim, I suggest finding a strap of leather or other tough material to feed under the braces and drill a hole on either end to match the diameter of the holes on the strap and using those brass screws.
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probably try a hardware store. they are about 2 inches. Brass. Looks like this but it's a phillips:http://www.fixfirm.com/product_images/Medium/P821-9%20Imperial%20BA%20Brass%20Roundhead%20Machine%20Screws.jpg