"I have removed it and will start it out much lower with a new head, and hope that will fix the issue. Thanks Jody!"
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Newbie question on breaking banjo hooks
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Where can you get the longer type of installation banjo hooks and nuts? My head is not pulling down enough and I have already broken 2 original hooks and dont want to break any more. What should I…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by David Gillespie Feb 10.
Help of Calf Skin Head install
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This is my first time installing a calf skin head on a “modern” banjo! I…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Gillespie Feb 10.
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Greetings from the US. I am new to this forum! I am wondering how to find the tablature for the Georgia Melody on the YouTube channel? I am so excited I can hardly stand it! I play claw hammer only…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Gillespie Feb 3.
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"Thanks brother!"
"A calf skin head on a hook& hoop banjo is typically a lot tighter than the skin on a gourd banjo. When you tap the new skin what pitch do you hear?"
"I was advised to buy a modern set of hooks and nuts and use them to pull the head down. When it is finally in the correct position, replace the new ones with the originals, one at a time.
I haven't changed a head yet."
"In my experience, when installing a head I only leave it just slightly proud of the hoop-- about 1/16" or slightly more. Then, over the next few months (not days) I tighten it down.
If I make a mistake and leave the stretcher hoop…"
"David,
I wonder if this post got missed, when we were responding to your 'newbie' question. I'm sure somebody can advise you."
Newbie question on breaking banjo hooks
Where can you get the longer type of installation banjo hooks and nuts? My head is not pulling down enough and I have already broken 2 original hooks and dont want to break any more. What should I do? Thanks ya'll 1896 SS Stewart Hooks are 11/64 and pitch is 27 length is 2 & 1/4" but need some longer ones to install first. THanks!See More
"Thanks brother that is very helpful!"
"I don't see you as being critical, I see you as being pedantic. You tend to make statements that are uncompromising and authoritative. Your tone is always critical of anything that isn't historically accurate and/or alternative.
You are a…"
"Joel, I understood what you were referring to and I was referring to an alternative.
My choice to follow Ballantine's instructions on 'The correct manner to string the Banjo', requires the use of custom made strings. "
"I think that I might give the impression that I am being critical, at least it seems that people go in the defensive when this subject comes up.
People should do what they want, and use the strings that they want.
I am just sharing information, the…"
"I like being present. The CE mediums (nylon) are my favorites. I just went thru an extensive set of trials using many different gauges...from Joel's spiderweb string set, Stewart set, etc, to the old Chris Sands "heavies". As far as…"
"Sigh. But Richard and i were speaking of string #3: middle G. "
"Ian… current trends with thick strings= presentism. Our own personal experiences with wire tension being forced onto classic era banjos."
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