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6-String Banjo Guitar with Closed Back Resonator and 24 Brackets

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  • 6-String banjo: This 6-string banjo is tuned similarly to a standard guitar and is perfect for those who want to cross over from playing the guitar to the banjo. Guitar players will enjoy the rich sounds the banjo creates while playing chords that are familiar to them. This banjo features six chrome plated closed geared tuners.
  • Premium craftsmanship: Crafted from the finest woods, with a 5-ply maple and mahogany shell, mahogany neck, closed back mahogany resonator, as well as a purpleheart fretboard, this beautiful 6-string banjo from Jameson is exceptional.
  • High-quality design: Jameson's banjo features a Remo Weatherking drum head, a 5/8-inch maple ebony bridge, a chrome plated armrest, an adjustable tailpiece and truss rod. Also, designed with a removable resonator allowing you to play the banjo both open and closed back.
  • Beautiful tone: The design behind this banjo and the chosen materials enable it to produce an eloquent, rich tone. It offers distinctive and beautiful sound characteristics, perfect for playing bluegrass, clawhammer, folk, country, and rock tunes.
  • Sold as a package: Included with this 6-string banjo is a deluxe 15mm padded gig bag for secure carrying and storage. In addition, this guitar case is designed with a front pocket, backpack shoulder straps, and a carrying handle.

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Customer Ratings
Value for money
4.3
4.3
4.1
4.5
Craftsmanship
4.1
4.2
4.0
4.1
For beginners
4.3
4.2
4.6
Sold By
Mix Wholesale
LeYin
LeYin
LeYin
Mulucky music
Mulucky music
instrument
Banjo, Guitar
Banjo Guitar
Banjo Guitar
Banjo
Banjo
Banjo
size
Full
28 Inch
38 Inch
MB803
MB1101
number of strings
6
6
6
5
5
5
operation mode
acoustic
Manual
Manual
Manual
Manual
Manual
top material
Mahogany
Mahogany
Mahogany
Mahogany
Nato
Maple
back material
Mahogany
Mahogany
Mahogany
Mahogany
Composite
Maple
string material
Alloy Steel
nickle steel
nickle steel
nickle steel
Alloy Steel
finish type
Polished
Lacquered
Lacquered
Polished

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Product Description

The banjo is known for its iconic, classically Americana sound, producing rich melodies and songs that instantly transport the listener to fields of Kentucky bluegrass. The 6-string banjo is tuned similarly to that of a standard guitar, making this banjo perfect for guitar players looking to take up the banjo without having to learn a new instrument. For a student, beginning musician, an intermediate banjo player, or even an advanced musician, this is an excellent banjo to strum on. This beautiful, well-crafted 6-string banjo from Jameson Guitars is a must-have for anyone interested in playing folk, country, clawhammer, bluegrass, and similar eclectic types of rock music. It is a stunning, banjo with 24 chrome-plated brackets. It features a closed solid back mahogany resonator and is crafted with a 5-ply maple and mahogany shell and mahogany neck. Additionally, it has a 5/8-inch maple ebony bridge and a purpleheart fretboard, which add to its pleasant acoustic sound and tone. It has a top-quality Remo head, an adjustable truss rod, a chrome armrest, and a hinged tailpiece. Included with the banjo is a deluxe 15mm gig bag to keep your instrument safe when carrying or in transport. It is designed with a carry handle, backpack shoulder straps, and a storage pocket for added convenience.


From the manufacturer

6 string banjo guitar banjitar

R.W. Jameson 6 String Banjo Guitar

Start Playing Right Away!

It has never been so affordable to own a quality six string banjo! If you can play guitar, you can now play the banjo

  • Perfect for the musician who has "almost everything" or for someone looking to start playing
  • Easy to learn, fun to play
  • Makes the Ultimate Gift

Jameson 6 String Banjo Guitar

Plays like a guitar - sounds like a banjo!

This full scale six string banjo lets you tune and play it like a guitar, but it sounds like a banjo. A fast and easy way for anyone to start playing. You will be impressed by the quality and sound .

Beautiful wood grains on a mahogany resonator & neck, a maple bridge and the chrome plated arm rest are just a few of the many features usually found on much more expensive models.

  • Tunes & Plays Like A Guitar
  • Sounds Like A Banjo
  • Maple Neck and Mahogany Resonator & Neck
  • 24 Bracket & Diecast Enclosed Tuners

Amazing Features At An Amazing Price

real wood banjo shell

6 string banjo with real wood neck

banjo with enclosed tuners

easy to learn and play

Quality

A mahogany resonator and neck with a 7 ply maple & mahogany shell and a stunning high-gloss finish. All the features you would expect (and more) at a great price

Performance

Features 24 brackets, a maple bridge, an adjustable hinged tailpiece and a chrome plated arm rest. Not only does the Jameson banjo sound great, it looks great too!

Specifications

<li>Overall Length 38 inches

<li>Scale Length Neck 26.5 inches

<li>Body Width 11 inches

<li>Body Thickness 3 inches

<li>Nut Width 1 3/4 nches

Fun To Play - Easy To Learn

This full size banjo is great for players of any age or ability. It has never been this affordable to play a quality 6 string banjo. Whether you are pro, a weekend warrior, a hobbyist or a beginner: Start playing your favorite songs right away!

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
299 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sound quality, tune, and quality of the stringed instruments. They mention that it sounds great, stays in tune well, and is very well made. They also like the playability, value, and ease of tuning. However, some customers have reported issues with ease of setup and have mixed opinions on action.

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98 customers mention86 positive12 negative

Customers like the quality of the banjo. They mention that the overall workmanship was decent, it's beautiful in both materials and craftsmanship, and they're pleased with the build quality. They also say that the banja is awesome and has a solid wood back and quality metal brackets.

"Everything, so far I like. Plays awsome, low action. Polished frets. Gloss finish with tight binding. nice gig bag, nicely padded...." Read more

"...This instrument is a spectacular deal and is very well made with a solid wood back and quality metal brackets." Read more

"PROS: Very good construction, chrome and wood all nicely finished,excellent bright (banjo) tone with adjustments (see below), intonation much..." Read more

"...However the neck is straight and the Bantar well-produced. Once the bridge is re-done I believe I'll have an excellent instrument...." Read more

73 customers mention62 positive11 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the stringed instruments. They mention that it sounds great and they are amazed at the resonance. They also wish that it had come with a strap.

"...Included tuning and truss rod tools. Absolutely Perfect and is really loud. Tight head. Quality at this price point is a blessing...." Read more

"I like this instrument; it plays and sounds as good as some that I've played that cost three or four times as much...." Read more

"I love ❤️ it. It Absolutely plays like a guitar and sounds Definitely like a Banjo" Read more

"...bright (banjo) tone with adjustments (see below), intonation much better than I expected. For the very reasonable price a good deal...." Read more

72 customers mention72 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the violin. They say it's a great buy for the money, the quality totally outweighs the price, and it'd be worth investing in a case and a strap.

"...Absolutely Perfect and is really loud. Tight head. Quality at this price point is a blessing. Tuned up really well with enclosed machine tuners...." Read more

"...This instrument is a spectacular deal and is very well made with a solid wood back and quality metal brackets." Read more

"...Bottom line: as banjitars go, this is a good instrument for the price *if* you are handy with tools and have a little experience setting up guitars..." Read more

"...For the very reasonable price a good deal...." Read more

44 customers mention37 positive7 negative

Customers like the playability of the banjo. They mention it's very playable, easy to play, and fun to play. It's great for guitar players who want to learn the banja. They have had no issues with the banj and have had many hours of practice. The turners are good and the tail strong.

"Everything, so far I like. Plays awsome, low action. Polished frets. Gloss finish with tight binding. nice gig bag, nicely padded...." Read more

"I love ❤️ it. It Absolutely plays like a guitar and sounds Definitely like a Banjo" Read more

"Great quality, good sound, enjoyable to play." Read more

"...I have had no issues with the banjo and have enjoyed many hours of practice and learning the instrument...." Read more

16 customers mention13 positive3 negative

Customers find the ease of tuning of the stringed instruments to be a great feature. They mention that it is easy to tune and play right out of the box. Some customers also mention that the banjo comes fully set up and is ready to play after some tuning.

"...Tight head. Quality at this price point is a blessing. Tuned up really well with enclosed machine tuners. You can't go wrong...." Read more

"...There is no learning curve other than setup for guitarists if you play in standard tuning (EADGBE)...." Read more

"The Banjo came fully set up, started playing it right away, A great quality instrument for the price, I would definitely recommend to buy it." Read more

"its ok to jam for fun... sounds good, looks great, plays easy right out of the box" Read more

11 customers mention8 positive3 negative

Customers like the tune of the stringed instruments. They mention that it stays in tune well, with the bridge set up, and sounds beautiful.

"...The intonation is perfect and it stays in tune. I was playing it within ten minutes of delivery...." Read more

"...Instead, it has nice weight, seems built well, and stays in tune fairly well...." Read more

"...If you don't set the bridge properly, the instrument will not maintain proper tuning as you move up and down the fretboard...." Read more

"...I have fun playing it and it sounds good. Above all, it stays extremely well in tune...." Read more

20 customers mention8 positive12 negative

Customers are mixed about the action of the stringed instruments. Some mention that the sound opened up, the action improved, and the volume increased, while others say that the action was a bit high for their taste, and that the instrument was practically unplayable.

"...The action was a bit high, but when I grooved the bridge deeper (the low E kept popping off under tension) with a file, it has lowered it to where..." Read more

"Everything, so far I like. Plays awsome, low action. Polished frets. Gloss finish with tight binding. nice gig bag, nicely padded...." Read more

"...One downside, but quite normal: on my instrument the action is considerably high (not unusual on a store-bought, un-tamed instrument)...." Read more

"...The sound opened up, the action improved, and the volume increased. I am now quite happy with the instrument...." Read more

10 customers mention2 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of setup of the stringed instruments. Some mention that it will need some set up, and some lugs may not be fully installed. Some customers also report that the strings are simple and require a specific technique for using.

"...However, this unit still had the Lugs for the top not fully installed, and at an angle as well as the resonator Lugs which in this one looked as if..." Read more

"...It will need some set up. The main thing it will need is the head of the banjo tightened...." Read more

"Ok so this is not a Deering or a Gold Tone. It does not come set up from the factory and chances are the banjo head (drum head) will not have the..." Read more

"...The fit and finish is perfect and it arrived quickly and well setup with a nice low action, the bridge properly placed and all fittings tight and..." Read more

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I love ❤️ it. It Absolutely plays like a guitar and sounds Definitely like a Banjo
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5.0 out of 5 stars Don't play it straight out of the box have it set up by someone who knows how first.
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