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A banjo typically has four strings, and sometimes has a fifth string as well, which is plucked with the thumb. Also, there are special banjos with only three strings or as many as six strings.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y ago4 or 5. Both are considered regular banjos. However, banjos with five strings are often called five-string banjos, to lessen the confusion.
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∙ 10y ago5 string banjos are the most common in modern times.
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∙ 11y agoWell, you've kind of answered yourself in the question. My guess is that there are 5 strings on a "5-stringed banjo".
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∙ 7y agoSteve Martin's banjo's have 5 strings
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∙ 11y agoIt five have or four
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∙ 11y ago5
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How many strings does a banjo?
a modern banjo has between 3 and 12 strings
How do banjos with 4 strings differ from those with 6 strings?
The banjo with 4 strings is commonly used in Dixieland music. The banjo with 6 strings provides more musical options that simply can't be recreated on a banjo with 4 strings.
Where can one purchase a replacement banjo string?
Most local guitar shops would sell banjo strings and will probably fit them as well. You can also purchase banjo strings on-line from companies like Strings Direct and Amazon.
How many octaves does a banjo have?
There are 3 types of banjos...Bluegrass BanjoClawhammer BanjoDixieland Banjoif you are talking about how many banjos are in the world, Then the answer would be countless of them.
What type of strings do you use on a 6 string banjo?
For an Irish Tenor Banjo the strings (From thickest to thinest) are tuned , G, D, A, E. However for a Jazz style banjo, it is more common to tune the strings to C, G, D, A. Depends which style you are playing.
How many strings does a banjo?
a modern banjo has between 3 and 12 strings
How many strings does typical banjo have?
5
Is a tenor banjo a banjo with 4 strings?
yes
How do banjos with 4 strings differ from those with 6 strings?
The banjo with 4 strings is commonly used in Dixieland music. The banjo with 6 strings provides more musical options that simply can't be recreated on a banjo with 4 strings.
Where can one purchase a replacement banjo string?
Most local guitar shops would sell banjo strings and will probably fit them as well. You can also purchase banjo strings on-line from companies like Strings Direct and Amazon.
How many octaves does a banjo have?
There are 3 types of banjos...Bluegrass BanjoClawhammer BanjoDixieland Banjoif you are talking about how many banjos are in the world, Then the answer would be countless of them.
What is a banjo a combination of?
A banjo is a combination of a drum and a guitar. The original African and Middle Eastern instruments from which the banjo developed were simply drums with strings pulled across them. these strings were either plucked or played with a bow.
What type of strings do you use on a 6 string banjo?
For an Irish Tenor Banjo the strings (From thickest to thinest) are tuned , G, D, A, E. However for a Jazz style banjo, it is more common to tune the strings to C, G, D, A. Depends which style you are playing.
How do you set up a banjo ukelele?
Setting up a banjo ukulele is easy. All you have to do is string the banjo and tighten the strings in place.
What is claw hammer banjo?
A clawhammer banjo, is a form of playing a banjo, in which your hand is held like a claw and the strings are down picked.
What music family does a banjo belong too?
strings
What string instrument has 2 strings?
Guitar and Banjo
