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Originally Posted by Folkstrum
Heard and read some favorable stuff on Goldtones--a lot of bang for the buck; A used Deering Goodtime might be a good move-otherwise, I think they are a bit pricey for what they are new.
Used is a great way to go; the old Aida "Mastertone" clones are decent; You also gotta decide whether you're looking open back, or resonator. Saga makes some inexpensive banjos too, but can't vouch for their tone. Saga/Blueridge has also reintroduced "Goldstar" banjos--a cut above the regular Sagas. Again, haven't played/heard one. My current 5-string is a Deering Sierra, which isn't inexpensive (but not up there with their top lines, or Stelling, Gibson, Sullivan, Wildwood, etc.). Try visiting banjohut.org. Lot's of good folks there (and probably "buy and sell" section too), and they know their banjers.  |
Thanks, Folfstrum...I've been hearing some good things about Goldtones. They have a pretty good range of pricing a well..oh, I'm partial to a resonator for what its worth. I'll check out theBlueridge/ Saga a well. I've played some Deerings that I liked alot but, as you say, the really nice ones were kinda ouuta my budget...champagne taste...Milwaukee's Best Budget