[Riperoo]

OK, old guy, getting ready to pounce on the half a century mark. Have been playing the Guitar, mostly acoustic for about 10 years, and I am somewhat competent, I can butcher any number of songs. I am really drawn to that down home sound of the banjo, so thinking about grabbing one just for fun. BTW, all my playing is for fun, I don't gig, other than with my kids, my playing is strictly back porch strumming. So, my questions.

How hard to transition from a guitar to a banjo? Guitar is my only insrtrument, I am for the most part self taught, some lessons, but mostly on line and you tube. I am never gonna rock the world but I know enough to be dangerous. Basic music skills and know enought to keep me happy.

What about a 6 string banjo? The Bantar or Guitjo, or what ever they call it, can I get the same sound out of that as out of a regular ol 5 string banjo?

Any and all input greatly appreciated.