"From what I've read and understand, the originals did not as they were modeled after the gourd instruments that did not have frets. However, as the banjo evolved, frets were added (borrowed from the guitar). For the era, I'd say…"
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Rob Mohr
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Decisions, decisions...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rob Mohr May 9. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I had been considering a mountain banjo because it just seems like FUN!! However, I decided another minstrel banjo is probably the way to go. My Stichter repro tends to wilt with heat and humidity…Continue
Good article...
Started Apr 17 0 Replies 1 Like
https://www.wbur.org/artery/2019/04/17/banjo-project-digital-museumI had heard of The Banjo Project, but it's been a…Continue
Google Doodle
Started Jan 11 0 Replies 0 Likes
I know this isn't quite minstrel banjo related, but today's Google doodle was Earl Scruggs and the banjo.…Continue
Converse Thumb Lead
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rob Mohr Sep 18, 2018. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Since The Convergence, I have jumped into the yellow Converse. I'm struggling with the thumb lead. I've stopped trying to cheat the walk around. I've really been working the exercises and using the…Continue
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"Yes, I will be there...and my wife & daughter will be in & out. Plan on being there FRI-SUN"
"If I remember correctly from my previous shopping/buying, all of Bell's rims are the same size based on the original Boucher rim & tailpiece, necks & headstocks are near the originals. Hartel on the other hand bases his banjo on each…"
"Ok, folks, we can do this!! I split the difference, which leaves $29. This site has made a difference for me; hopefully, it has for you too..."
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- How did you find out about Ning Minstrel Banjo?
- minstrelbanjo.com
- How long have you played banjo?
- 7 years
- What kind of banjo(s) do you own?
- Bell Stichter, Backyard Music fretted & fretless, Carver Gourd, Flint Hills resonator
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 12:24pm on August 31, 2018,
Tom Taggart said…
Rob, I am sure your family will enjoy the day. Looking forward to meeting you there.
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