Customer Reviews

Epiphone MB-250 Banjo, Red Brown

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I bought this banjo ten years ago and have been playing it ever since. It is sturdy, has great volume, and is a pleasure to play and listen to. Unless you are a professional stage musician, or even if you are, you can't go wrong with this banjo for the money.

I've had my MB250 now for over a year and it just keeps getting better. The full brass (bronze?) tone ring can usually be found only on instruments at three or four times the price. The sound is incredible, whether it's bluegrass, clawhammer, folksy or parlor style. Played softly there is a musicality that is deeply emotional. Fit and finish are superb.

I had minor setup details to address, I replaced the bridge with a maple Grover bridge with ebony and faux bone inserts (my preference only, I don't think it affected the sound). I lowered the action and increased tailpiece tension and adjusted the head to the standard Ab. I has great "pop" because of the deep resonator and clear high harmonics because of its maple body.

I recommend a banjo of this caliber for beginners through intermediate players. It is rewarding to play and will keep you coming back for more. Practice makes perfect and this banjo makes playing lots of fun.

Why would anyone buy a "beginner banjo" when you can own and enjoy the Epiphone MB 250 for not much more, learn quicker and have one that you can enjoy for years. You can tell by the weight, it is quality. The brass tone ring offers a clean and clear sound. All components are quality, the fit and finish are near perfect. Order a good case, you are going to want to protect this beauty.