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The History of Concertina

Charles Wheatstone, a man from England, invented the concertina in 1829. McCann, Jeffries, Jeffries, and Lachenal were also great makers. The instrument and how it is played have not changed much over the past two hundred years. You may be able to find a Wheatstone or another vintage concertina, if you’re lucky. However, modern instruments …

Best Hybrid Banjos

A few hybrid banjos combine the best of both an electric and traditional guitar. They have a profile similar to an electric guitar and are made from a solid piece of wood. The head is cut out and electronic pickups sense vibrations. These electric banjos can easily be used with a standard guitar amp and …

Modern Banjo Types

You’ll find today 4-, 5-, and 6-string banjos. There are also less common options like the fretless and 12-string banjos. The modern 5-string Sweeney-designed banjo is still the most in-demand. Most banjos come in open-back or resonator-equipped options. Resonator banjos come with a plate attached to the body. This plate is also known as the …