Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo
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Standard guitar tuning makes it a great crossover instrument.
You'll love the 6- string Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo If you're a guitar player looking for that banjo sound. With its familiar guitar tuning, this hybrid 6-string banjo requires no learning curve from guitarists. Fitted with an 11" Remo head, Grover tuners, 25" scale length, and 1-3/4" nut width, you'll be a-pickin' and a-grinnin' with the Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo in no time!
Features
- 6-string hybrid banjo
- Guitar tuning makes it a great crossover instrument for guitarists
- Grover tuners
- 11" Remo head
- 25" scale length
Click or call now to get your back-porch pickin' action in gear!
Review Snapshot®
by PowerReviews(based on 59 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Well built / quality (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
I LOVE THIS THING
VERY NICE FIT AND FINISH.EXCEPT FOR SOME DEEP SCRATCHES ON THE RETAINING RING FOR THE RESONATER HEAD.NEEDS TO BE SET UP BUT NOT A PROBLEM.AFTER SETUP I STILL HAD SOME FRETS RINGING BUT DID SOME ...Read complete review
VERY NICE FIT AND FINISH.EXCEPT FOR SOME DEEP SCRATCHES ON THE RETAINING RING FOR THE RESONATER HEAD.NEEDS TO BE SET UP BUT NOT A PROBLEM.AFTER SETUP I STILL HAD SOME FRETS RINGING BUT DID SOME FRET WORK AND FIXED THE PROBLEM.PLAYS BRIGHT AND LOUD.MY ONLY COMPLAINT IS YOU CANT FIND REPLACEMENT BRIDGES ANYWHERE.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Great sound and playability with a little work
The metal wrist-rest isn't all that comfortable. And out of the box it sounded like a brick. But with a neck adjustment, head tightening, new strings, and proper bridge placement, it sounds ...Read complete review
The metal wrist-rest isn't all that comfortable. And out of the box it sounded like a brick. But with a neck adjustment, head tightening, new strings, and proper bridge placement, it sounds and plays like some much more expensive 6-string banjos I've played. I needed this for a dixieland gig, since I know way more jazz chords on the guitar than I know on my 5-string banjo. But while I'm waiting for the dixieland music to arrive, I'm having a blast picking it with some of my more complex guitar picking patterns. (No, you can't pick it like a 5-string.)
If you don't play banjo at all, and especially if you can already fingerpick like crazy, this is a GREAT way to get banjo tonality into your sound. Just be prepared to do some guitar-tech work on it, since these don't exactly ship with the heads tightened up or the bridge properly aligned.
- Paul Race, School of The Rock
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Pros
- Awesome
- Consistent
- Good Tone
- Long Life
- Strong
Cons
- I Have Nothing Bad To Say
Best Uses
- Just learning
- Practicing
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
July 2012 I started to look for a guitar or banjo. By Aug. I sent out a request to my family ( my wife and my 3 grown children).
I wanted a six string banjo for Christmas. That was the only item I wanted.
They all kept a secret. My wife kept asking me if wanted anything else. I said, NO. She mention to me what happens there is nothing under tree for you. So I made a small list.
Since Jan. 2013 I have been Practicing. I am 64 retired and watch my granddaughter. I have a lot of time to learn.
I know the basic cords and can pick.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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One of the best Christmas presents
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Pros
Cons
- Had To Send Back
- Not Consistent
- Poor Tone Quality
- Would Not Hold Tune
Best Uses
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
Got this as a surprise from my wife and was very excited about it at first glance. Had difficulty with it staying in tune even with my tuner. Brought it to a friend who has exact one also and he said the same thing. He has trouble keeping is in tune also.
Pros
- Gift
Cons
- Undecided
Best Uses
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
The Banjo was purchased as a gift.
I was disappointed when I recieved the product.
When it arrived, it looked like the Banjo was sold to another person, returned and resold to myself. The box had been opened, the hardware was not in the shipping bag and was bouncing around in the box. Some of the screws that hold the drum to the banjo were not fastened and were also boucing around the box.
I called Musicians Friend the day I recieved the Banjo and spoke with Dale. He was very helpful.
Dale explained the 45 day return deal that your company offers. I have not decided If I want to return the Banjo or keep it. My daughters instructor is currently checking out the unit.
Needless to say, I am not satisfied with the condition I recieved the banjo. It should have been thoroughly inspected before being shipped.
Pros
- Strong
Cons
- Cannot Find Replacement B
Best Uses
- Backup
- Concerts
- Great Stage Presence
- Practicing
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
VERY NICE FIT AND FINISH.EXCEPT FOR SOME DEEP SCRATCHES ON THE RETAINING RING FOR THE RESONATER HEAD.NEEDS TO BE SET UP BUT NOT A PROBLEM.AFTER SETUP I STILL HAD SOME FRETS RINGING BUT DID SOME FRET WORK AND FIXED THE PROBLEM.PLAYS BRIGHT AND LOUD.MY ONLY COMPLAINT IS YOU CANT FIND REPLACEMENT BRIDGES ANYWHERE.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Good Tone
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
Fun to play and nice cross over from guitar!
Pros
- A lot of fun to play
- Consistent
- Good value for the price
- Strong
Cons
- A "lot" of set up needed
- Poor Tone Quality
Best Uses
- Backup
- Practicing
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
I have had this banjo a couple of days and am still figuring it out. It is a lot of fun to play but is seriously lacking in tone. I have a Deering Good Time 5 string that is wood and has no resonator that is more clear and louder then the Dean. I have spent some time trying to get the string action lower and went a little to far. I will fix that today. Setup was fairly easy and I got the intonation spot on. I found a lot of resources on line to help in the set up. I wish Dean would take the time to set up the thing before they ship it. I guess it would cost more if they did that. Go ahead and buy it. It's a hoot to play one.
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
The more I play the BW6, the more I like it. I'm considering an eventual transition over to a regular 5-string banjo but for now I'm very happy with the BW6. This is the first Dean I've owned and I like it.
I was impressed when I pulled this instrument out of the box. The set-up was a snap and it's got a very nice look to it.
I'm a drummer who's never played a regular banjo but since I play a little bit of guitar and wanted to do a little bit of banjo, this seemed like a good choice. I've had a good time playing it so far and it appears to be a quality instrument (especially for the price).
For the price you can't beat this.
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
decent banjo for the price
good quality banjo decent price fast shipping
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
This banjo has been the most fun to play. I get plenty of looks on stage and everyone loves the sound!
Overall is is a great instrument the only thing I would add would be a onboard pickup/mic for amplification.
This is a nicely crafted instrument. It is rugged and stands up to changes in climate and stays in tune!
Given the complexities and components of a banjo it is a good value. Musician's Friend had the best price hands down from any other vendor I could find...online or otherwise.
Comments about Dean Backwoods 6 Banjo:
Don't buy this unless you have experience with repairing/modifying instruments! First, this doesn't come ready to play. You must install and position the bridge. Not a big deal if you're not a rookie, but, the action is so horrible that it is NOT PLAYABLE. The intonation is so bad that NO notes can be fingered in tune. I removed the bridge, sanded down almost 3/4 inches off it, then filed down the string grooves in the nut. It is now a playable instrument, but the intonation is still off at about the 5th fret up. I don't really have a major complaint though. This is not a premium instrument, so I expected low quality. (It's made in China) When it comes to equip and instruments, you ALWAYS get what you pay for. If you're looking for quality, buy American made, something like a Deering or Gold Tone. For a knock around, this is a good buy.
