You might try researching the "plectrum banjo," which was not mentioned in this video. 22 frets and tuned CGBD---the first four string banjo that descended from the five string as a rhythm instrument in the early jazz bands that formed in New Orleans.
Hello, thanks for watching and commenting! This video is about the tenor banjo and no the Plectrum, which is a different instrument due to its longer scale length. I don't own a Plectrum banjo and don't exactly have a need for one in my studio since it is the exact same thing as a 5 string banjo, but just taking the 5th string off. Cheers!
This is really awesome! I'm an irish traditional folk fan and irish whistle and flute player but have always had a huge fascination with american style banjo and little did i know, and find out recently, many of my favorite irish song writers lived in or visited america for some time especially in the 1800's and early 1900s - who knew! So from there I've been searching a bit for an explanation of the differences between irish banjo and cajun banjo and oh boy am I find it's a lot blurrier of a line than I thought and I love it! I'm finding more and more I love hearing cajun songs right after an irish song and visa versa.
Hello! Thank you so much for this video! I've been listening to the oh hellos and wanted to try the banjo, but I was confused about the different types. This really helped, I think the tenor banjo is what I've been looking for :)
I did picked a 4 string back in this year's january. I just like the sound more. Though, It's hard to find lessons with cgda tuning but im not giving up. There are few, and they are good but if someone starts from 0, it can be a bit challenging. I couldnt even find a teacher in my whole county. OOps. :) For 5 string there are so many videos, tabs and books! I do LOVE that isntruement,too, so im sure with time i'll end up learning the 5 string as well but it seems more challenging. Fun, sure, but challenging.
I am 76 years old i love banjo's I play 4 string Tenor tuned GDAE 5 string tuned open G standard also D&C tuning 6 string tuned as standard guitar which sounds good picked but muddy if to strum all the strings best just the 4 top strings
Hello Stephen, great to hear from you. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and banjos. Yes, 6 string is muddy for chord strumming. I put a Remo Fiberskyn head on my 6 string and it allows for more clear chord strumming and less muddiness. I'll share that very soon. Cheers!
I have a four string Plectrum. Currently it's in Chicago tuning. What tuning do you suggest to get the most out of the four string and play at the right tension. I play dixieland music and want to play Irish music with triplets and tremolos. Or am I better of getting a tenor banjo as well to focus on Irish music with the shorter fret length?
The power in the tenor is its chords! Remember that there are at least three dominant tunings: Chicago, Jazz, and Irish. Also, there is another banjo which also has four strings: the plectrum. I'd suggest more research, and more practice!
@@lostvayne104 it depends on what experience you have with other instruments, and your personal preferences with music. Some people will naturally be able to earn the 5 string easier while some people will learn the 4 string easier. If you can play fiddle or mandolin, you'll be able to play the 4 string banjo very easily. 5 string can be a little harder to learn but if you watch Jim Pankey on RUclips, who is the best banjo teacher on the planet, you'll have no problem learning 5 string.
Actually, I found both the five and the four quite straightforward in coming from the guitar. In fact, the five string is tuned almost exactly the same as the highest four strings of the guitar; the high D is only a whole step below the high E on the guitar. But I flatpick all my instruments, or use pick and fingers; I don't do Scruggs-style on my five string.
You might try researching the "plectrum banjo," which was not mentioned in this video. 22 frets and tuned CGBD---the first four string banjo that descended from the five string as a rhythm instrument in the early jazz bands that formed in New Orleans.
Hello, thanks for watching and commenting! This video is about the tenor banjo and no the Plectrum, which is a different instrument due to its longer scale length. I don't own a Plectrum banjo and don't exactly have a need for one in my studio since it is the exact same thing as a 5 string banjo, but just taking the 5th string off. Cheers!
Thanks for the detailed comparison! I'm looking to build a banjo soon and wasn't sure whether to go with four or five strings
Thank you for watching! I hope this was useful to you. Please keep an eye out, I should have a comparison of 5 and 6 string in the next few days.
@@MountainHomeJerrel Can't wait!
This is really awesome! I'm an irish traditional folk fan and irish whistle and flute player but have always had a huge fascination with american style banjo and little did i know, and find out recently, many of my favorite irish song writers lived in or visited america for some time especially in the 1800's and early 1900s - who knew! So from there I've been searching a bit for an explanation of the differences between irish banjo and cajun banjo and oh boy am I find it's a lot blurrier of a line than I thought and I love it! I'm finding more and more I love hearing cajun songs right after an irish song and visa versa.
Hello! Thank you so much for this video! I've been listening to the oh hellos and wanted to try the banjo, but I was confused about the different types. This really helped, I think the tenor banjo is what I've been looking for :)
Fantastic. I'm glad the video was helpful for you. All the best, cheers, Jerrel.
I did picked a 4 string back in this year's january. I just like the sound more. Though, It's hard to find lessons with cgda tuning but im not giving up. There are few, and they are good but if someone starts from 0, it can be a bit challenging. I couldnt even find a teacher in my whole county. OOps. :)
For 5 string there are so many videos, tabs and books! I do LOVE that isntruement,too, so im sure with time i'll end up learning the 5 string as well but it seems more challenging. Fun, sure, but challenging.
Great comparison! Thank you!
Thank you for watching. I have more banjo comparisons on the way.
I am 76 years old i love banjo's
I play
4 string Tenor tuned GDAE
5 string tuned open G standard also D&C tuning
6 string tuned as standard guitar which sounds good picked but muddy if to strum all the strings best just the 4 top strings
Hello Stephen, great to hear from you. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and banjos. Yes, 6 string is muddy for chord strumming. I put a Remo Fiberskyn head on my 6 string and it allows for more clear chord strumming and less muddiness. I'll share that very soon. Cheers!
I've see some people but the high strings of a 12 string set and tune to Nashville tunning
I have the 4 string Irish tenor banjo and I love it. I'm a beginner, however.
I have a four string Plectrum. Currently it's in Chicago tuning. What tuning do you suggest to get the most out of the four string and play at the right tension. I play dixieland music and want to play Irish music with triplets and tremolos. Or am I better of getting a tenor banjo as well to focus on Irish music with the shorter fret length?
The power in the tenor is its chords!
Remember that there are at least three dominant tunings: Chicago, Jazz, and Irish. Also, there is another banjo which also has four strings: the plectrum. I'd suggest more research, and more practice!
BRAVO!
Thanks for the video. Now I have to buy two banjos instead of one!
That's not a terrible curse to have!
thank u love it
Thank you for watching. I'll do a whole series comparing all banjo types.
Ahhh, Barney Mc kenna.
Thank you for great informative video. Greetings from a Danish banjo builder. Arnbak Banjos at RUclips.
11.40 a bit of Irish music coming out on the tenor . 🤣🤣.
2 different Banjos
Yeah, totally different.
@@MountainHomeJerrelwhich one is easier to play
@@lostvayne104 it depends on what experience you have with other instruments, and your personal preferences with music. Some people will naturally be able to earn the 5 string easier while some people will learn the 4 string easier. If you can play fiddle or mandolin, you'll be able to play the 4 string banjo very easily. 5 string can be a little harder to learn but if you watch Jim Pankey on RUclips, who is the best banjo teacher on the planet, you'll have no problem learning 5 string.
Excellent video
I appreciate that, thank you. I'm working on more banjo comparison videos.
Actually, I found both the five and the four quite straightforward in coming from the guitar. In fact, the five string is tuned almost exactly the same as the highest four strings of the guitar; the high D is only a whole step below the high E on the guitar. But I flatpick all my instruments, or use pick and fingers; I don't do Scruggs-style on my five string.