Do you love the sound of the banjo? Have you ever wanted to play banjo, but haven’t really had the time to learn a new instrument? Well, if you play guitar there’s an easy fix for that. The Guitar-Tuned 6-string banjo.
That’s right! If you already play the guitar and if you’re looking to add some new dynamics to your playing, then a guitar-tuned 6-string banjo is the perfect option for you.
So, next, you might be wondering what the best option to get would be. That’s where the Caraya 6 String Banjo comes into play.
Caraya 6-String Banjo
The Caraya 6 String Banjo features a rosewood fretboard and a mahogany body. The tonewoods on this banjo deliver the rich and distinct tone that banjo lovers have come to expect.
If you want to get your hands on one of the Caraya 6-String Banjos, drop us an email and we’ll set something up for you. Alternatively, [check the availability in our online store].
Of course, the 6-string banjo isn’t just for guitarists looking for some banjo tone. If you’re a banjo player who already owns a 5-string banjo, having a guitar tuned banjo can add new tonal possibilities to your playing.
4-String vs 5-String vs 6-String Banjo
Banjos traditionally come in 4-string and 5-string varieties.
There are two 4-string types of 4-string banjo, the plectrum, and the tenor. The plectrum is played primarily in Dixie style bands. As you might have guessed, it gets its name because it is usually played with a pick. The tenor has a shorted scale-length and is found in Irish music.
The 5-String Banjo is similar to the 4-string varieties, but it comes with a drone string. It is more and more common for Banjo players to use the 5-string varieties.
6-string banjos in various forms have been around since the mid-19th century. Because it is tuned like a guitar, it makes a great crossover instrument for guitarists while retaining the sound of a standard banjo.
