Came for the headstock… you actually hand carved it? It almost looked like some weird trim piece from Home Depot when I first saw it but now it’s kinda blowing my mind.
Thanks so much! It strings up just like a regular banjo..well kind of. On this one you knot the string first then feed it through the hole in the spout (from the inside out). Then run it up to the pegs. There is a small "tailpiece" piece of wood inside the spout so that the string is not pulling against the metal (to prevent it from wearing or snapping).
I agree about the effects. They are fun but not the sound I really enjoy. I like the ability to plug it in to record it. And every amp changes the sound so there are lots of possibilities. In the least it was a way to get more volume out of it since it is copper. If there was a brass tea kettle I bet that one would ring!. But I really enjoyed the look of the copper.
You are crazy man. In a good way. Innovative for sure. Sound is nice. I didn't expect that much. But I agree with your friend the neck definitely goes well with a nice wooden rim pot. Contrast is important part of aesthetics for sure. But imagine an ornate chair with 3 legs superbly crafted with curves and same style but another one is a 2-4 cedar block. Huge contrast right? Will it look good? I don't think so. I will give you 100 for your bravery here. 75 for creativity. Thank you very much.
The light distortion reminded me of an old victrola. It has a beautiful mellow sound. Copper would. I used to play an Olds trombone with a rose brass bell that sounded similar. High copper content in the brass. You do beautiful work.
Thanks so much, Sorry I didn't reply earlier somehow your comment slipped by. I agree about the sound! Very cool about the trombone I have never seen a rose brass bell!
Wauw, for humble tea kettle that instrument sounds amazing... As a banjo it sounds also very nice... through the electric pickup it sounds even better...great work...I like the carvings in the neck...
WOW!! I am plumb speachless, that kettle Banjo is a beauty and not just perty it sounds Great!! Top notch work my friend top notch. You sell them? do y'all have a link to any for sale?
I do sell them and make custom ones for anyone who wants one! I dont really have them on my website right now. But have a handful available. Are you looking for something?
@@JohnnyCornbread Each one is different based on the complexity of the carving or details or wood selection etc. This one would be in $3,250. It is available but I also have another silver tea kettle if you wanted to change it up to fit a budget. Just let me know!
This is one of the prettiest instruments I’ve ever seen. Amazing craftsmanship. Awesome work!
The carving is over the top. I love it!
Thanks so much!
"For all my time and money no profit did I see
That old copper kettle was the death of me"
The way you downplayed the sound I didn't expect it to sound so nice. Great work and great sound. Thanks for sharing
Thanks so much. Yeah I think it sounds nice it just sounds softer than most banjos, which is not bad, just softer.
Wow, this is amazing. I wouldn’t be selling that if I had made it, that’s an absolutely beautiful piece. I love how the strings wrap around the kettle
Thanks so much! It sure was a fun one. I do have another kettle in case anyone wants one made!
Fantastic work! I'm just floored by this instrument.
Thanks so much! If you know anyone who might want one you know where to send them.
Its crazy how different this is!
Came for the headstock… you actually hand carved it? It almost looked like some weird trim piece from Home Depot when I first saw it but now it’s kinda blowing my mind.
haha! yeah its all hand carved. It was a fun project!
You can see the whole process here. ruclips.net/p/PL-oy0wwDZFUYJR3Ol3BEB-5LUNppapNUi It is episode three that has the carving.
interesting! I was waiting to hear how it sounded
I had the same things going on haha. All the while making it, I just couldn't wait to hear what it might sound like.
This is fantastic and sounds so beautiful. I’m trying to get a vision of how you would change the strings.
Thanks so much! It strings up just like a regular banjo..well kind of. On this one you knot the string first then feed it through the hole in the spout (from the inside out). Then run it up to the pegs. There is a small "tailpiece" piece of wood inside the spout so that the string is not pulling against the metal (to prevent it from wearing or snapping).
Love the banjo - the concept, the sound, and the beautiful workmanship.
Don't understand or really care for the amplified effects.
I agree about the effects. They are fun but not the sound I really enjoy. I like the ability to plug it in to record it. And every amp changes the sound so there are lots of possibilities. In the least it was a way to get more volume out of it since it is copper. If there was a brass tea kettle I bet that one would ring!. But I really enjoyed the look of the copper.
this is exquisite. I have been watching the build videos.
Thanks so much! It was such a fun build
LOVE the tea kettle banjo!!!!!!!!
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
You are crazy man. In a good way. Innovative for sure. Sound is nice. I didn't expect that much. But I agree with your friend the neck definitely goes well with a nice wooden rim pot. Contrast is important part of aesthetics for sure. But imagine an ornate chair with 3 legs superbly crafted with curves and same style but another one is a 2-4 cedar block. Huge contrast right? Will it look good? I don't think so. I will give you 100 for your bravery here. 75 for creativity. Thank you very much.
The light distortion reminded me of an old victrola. It has a beautiful mellow sound. Copper would. I used to play an Olds trombone with a rose brass bell that sounded similar. High copper content in the brass.
You do beautiful work.
Thanks so much, Sorry I didn't reply earlier somehow your comment slipped by. I agree about the sound! Very cool about the trombone I have never seen a rose brass bell!
Wauw, for humble tea kettle that instrument sounds amazing... As a banjo it sounds also very nice... through the electric pickup it sounds even better...great work...I like the carvings in the neck...
Thanks so much! it was a really fun one to make!
Wish I had thought of that. Sounds great!
haha. Thanks
Well done brother!
Thanks man!
Music and art very nice. I've got my grandpa's tennor banjo. I love the neck
Thanks man! I appreciate it. Sounds like a treasure.
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WOW!! I am plumb speachless, that kettle Banjo is a beauty and not just perty it sounds Great!! Top notch work my friend top notch. You sell them? do y'all have a link to any for sale?
I do sell them and make custom ones for anyone who wants one! I dont really have them on my website right now. But have a handful available. Are you looking for something?
Howdy there @@JDanielGraham , ya one similar to that one ya got there, what would the price be for somethin like that?
@@JohnnyCornbread Each one is different based on the complexity of the carving or details or wood selection etc. This one would be in $3,250. It is available but I also have another silver tea kettle if you wanted to change it up to fit a budget. Just let me know!
Awesome. An inspiration.
Aww thanks! I appreciate it!
this is art!!!!
Thanks so much!!
What kind of strings did you use?
These are aquilla 5B strings. They also have the 7B strings for minstrel setups but they dont go up to full pitch.
This looks crazy cool and the sound is also crazy cool. Maybe one day I will visit you for you to make me one… I’m well impressed 🪕🪕🪕
Oh I would love that! Im always up for a fun build and shop visitors!