THUMPY BANJOS
My Bantam Ultra-Light banjos are built for comfort and ease of play. Featuring a short scale length, hardware-free rim, and a leg rest, these banjos place function over form. Each one unique. Use the contact form to get on the mailing list for when new builds become available.
From the Owner… From the moment I first played my Thumpy Banjo, I knew I had something truly special in my hands. The 23.6″ scale tackhead model that Bob built for me delivers a tone that is nothing short of exquisite—round, full, and deeply resonant, with just the right amount of thump and clarity to […]
This is a build I’ve been prototyping for a while. It’s an ultra-light with an inline peghead. I call this unique combination of elements the Thumpy Bantam Banjo. Purchase offers welcome. Here are the details…
The Bantam Ultra-Light is the lightest steel-strung banjo I have built to date. Great for anyone that likes a small, light-weight comfort banjo. Head is permanently fixed and does not have adjustment hardware that pokes the player in the ribs or legs. Here are the specifics: