Beginner Banjo Kit with Resonator, Open or Closed Back, for Adult and Teenager

The most common type of banjo is the 5-string, which is typically tuned to an open G chord - the notes from the 5th string to the 1st are G, D, G, B, D. This "Open G" tuning allows you to strum the banjo without fretting any strings to play a G chord. The included clip-on tuner will help you achieve the proper tuning.

Accented with white jade pegs and a geared 5th tuner, this ADM classic 5-string banjo is easy to tune and adjust. The banjo has not been tuned yet to avoid damage during transportation.

The banjo is a unique and beautiful musical instrument, with the upper part shaped like a guitar and the lower part like a tambourine. It typically has 4 or 5 strings and can be played with the fingers or a plectrum. The origins of the banjo can be traced back to West Africa, as it was introduced to America during the 17th-century slave trade and became popular, especially in the southern states, before spreading to the north.

The high-quality mahogany body and Remo drum head of this ADM banjo produce a warm, soft sound, while the stable structure enhances the transmission and clarity of the tone. The geared 5th tuner is an important upgrade, providing more precise and smooth tuning compared to the common friction tuner.

The banjo features 24 brackets, a maple bridge, an adjustable hinged tailpiece, and a chrome-plated arm rest, not only ensuring great sound but also an attractive appearance.

To position the bridge correctly, measure the distance from the nut to the 12th fret, and then mark the same distance from the 12th fret onto the drum head. This will give you the correct scale length and the proper position for the bridge.

The adjustable truss rod design allows players to keep the neck straight, compensating for the tension of the strings and the natural tendencies of the wood. Adjusting the neck action is simple - loosening the nut outside the rim will raise the strings, while loosening the nut inside the rim will lower them.

The ADM 5-string banjo can be configured as either a resonator or an open-back model, providing versatility to meet the player's preferences. The resonator produces a mellower, softer sound, while the open-back style delivers a brighter tone.

With its high-quality components, including the Remo drum head, black walnut fingerboard and bridge, and Sapele sides and back, the ADM banjo is a great starting instrument for beginners or a thoughtful gift for music lovers. The package includes a bag, picks, a strap, a digital tuner, a hanger, and extra strings, providing everything needed to get started.

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