Banjos Under $999
Quality banjos under $999 from the brands we trust most. This selection spans the Deering Goodtime line (Openback, Two, Six, Artisan), the Gold Tone Cripple Creek and AC Acoustic Composite series, the Recording King RKH-05, and a rotating mix of in-stock travel banjos, banjo ukuleles, and banjitars. All are well-made instruments suited to beginners and intermediate players who want a real banjo without paying for premium tone rings or vintage rarity. Every banjo we sell at this price point ships free in the US with a 7-day satisfaction guarantee. Call or text us at 404-218-8580 if you want help picking the right starter banjo for your goals. Read our guide: how much should you spend on your first banjo? → Best banjos under $1,000, ranked →
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What you get in a banjo under $1,000
This price range covers the banjos most people start on and many keep for years. You get solid construction and a real banjo tone. What you mostly give up compared with pro banjos is a heavy cast tone ring, fancy inlay and the last bit of volume and sustain.
Where the money goes
Under about $400 you will find light open-backs, travel banjos and banjo ukuleles. From about $400 to $1,000 you get starter resonator banjos, better tuners, a heavier rim and, on many resonator models, a tone ring that adds punch. For Geoff's picks by budget, read our best banjos under $1,000 guide.
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