The Most Deluxe Open-back Banjo EVER!

How bout this banjo! Such a great sound, look, and feel! I'm really grateful to be able to play this banjo, its truly a beautiful instrument. Check out Bruce Berry Banjos at these links: website- bruceberrybanjos.wordpress.com/
youtube- / @bruceberrybanjos5757
instagram- / bruceberrybanjos
And the snazzy Zero Gravity Banjo strap- www.cablefreeguitar.com/colle...
I'm in G tuning, and the songs I played in this video are Hangman's Reel and Salt Spring.
If you'd like to support my channel, go check out my patreon! patreon.com/PhoebeSanders And if you want a little extra banjo fun, head on over to my instagram! / phoebesandersbanjo

[@GenWivern2]

Love the late 1800s look, and the sound seems just right for your style of clawhammer. Having an instrument like that is bound to give you a boost: really pleased that it's made its way to you.

[@tylermiller4182]

The nuances you can get out of this banjo are incredible. Your sound seems crisper and the differences in the volume/attack of each strum are much more apparent-much more dynamic and exciting to listen to. And with the weight, such a rich tone! That’s an heirloom, congrats again on another great new instrument!

[@yeoldfart8762]

Playing a well made instrument be always a Joy. It's found a good home.

[@netterstyl]

"If you look good, you feel good, and if you feel good, you play good." ~Deion Sanders (football coach, but he was probably referring to high-end banjos.) - Do "Banjo In the Hollow" (The Dlliards) (But you'll need to shift out of clawhammer mode into Scruggs-style) - Do "Doug's Tune" (The Dilliards) (ditto on the shifting.) - Do "Drop Thumb Medley" (Steve Martin) - Keep the Elvis mic - that ain't no slouch of a mic, even though it wins the "Retro Look of the Year Award"

[@BuddyX74]

There is a pride in ownership of a finely crafted tool, regardless of its type. Enjoy it to its fullest. Many tools will get the job done, but there’s a special pleasure in using one with this quality. I’m happy for you!

[@theseriousprepper4372]

Watching your happiness is the highlight of my day today. I thoroughly have a new appreciation for the joy of banjo music. Part -the music. part -your playing style, and mostly, your attitude. Fantastic keep it up.

[@aBluegrassPicker]

As a home banjo luthier myself - that is outstanding. You deserve it. Well done BruceBerry Banjos!

[@nickes6168]

Your thoughtfulness with the mic placement as you were talking as well as setting it up for playing really made a huge difference. That thing sounds AMAZING btw.

[@brettteets8242]

It has a very rich and deep sound. I really like it. I agree Most Deluxe Open-back Banjo EVER!

[@reallyoldtom9352]

Couldn't tell you how many times I've been looking for my favorite hat and wouldn't you know it, right there in the old banjo pot ! Go figure. Tom in Idaho

[@ronjones4069]

Try stick+on artificial fingernails. They work great for me. You trim them how you need them and when you are doing things that long finger nails get in the way or look weird, just peal them off. I find that I can reapply them a number of times, plus they are cheap, my favorite feature!! Your are really getting great and you inspire me to practice more.

[@laurahoover497]

oh how i love it when you give us tours of all your gorgeous banjos..we can appreciate and love them right along with you!♡

[@rustino666]

That's a goin' to town banjo! I love the brass fittings around the body. Some pretty sweet playing too.

[@Americantilltexassecedes]

DDOB is the highlight of my day...really!

[@jesseheadluthierie]

I really love the way the metal parts look on that banjo 😃 that banjo is definitely deluxe 😯 Phoebe, you need to get your claw hammer nail back 😅

[@MichaelMiller-ny3rr]

The Ferrari is in very good hands Phoebe! I would name it... Berarri! ❤️

[@MichaelBCoats]

Dr. Phoebe, Bruce has a nice "snap" to the sound of the strings. I do not know how to better describe what I am hearing. My Takamine EN10C acoustic/electric guitar (Emmylou) has the "secret code" position markers. I like that look. Thanks for the great demo dose, Doc! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jonathanmiddleton1141]

Such a beautiful instrument!!! I know you are stoked to have it!!! You make it sound so off beautifully!!!

[@TartuWolfEE]

Now that's a heirloom instrument if I've ever seen one! One of those items that you can enjoy and be proud of for the rest of your life AND pass it down to the next generation.

[@jimmyhood1860]

Lovely new banjo. What a wonderfully rich, warm tone. It does appear to be quite a heavy duty instrument. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one like that. Nice!

[@cablecar830]

I love listening to you play! Your enthusiasm is infectious, too! I was wondering, what kind of hat is that? I’d love to get one

[@d.randal.h]

Congratulations on the new banjo(s)! This one is especially beautiful and sounds great. Glad to see you're getting the recognition you deserve for bringing so much banjo joy to us. Now you just need tackhead and mountain banjos and you'll pretty much have the gamut. Oh wait, there's also Irish tenor, with fretted and fretless in each of those, and in all the different scale/neck lengths... I think you need a new and bigger shed!

[@jvebarnes]

Well played Ms Sanders Well played 😁🧡🌻

[@stevederebey]

Wow! What a beautiful instrument! Your enthusiasm and joy is obvious while you’re playing it! I’m sure we’ll hear it often! Beautiful!

[@daveduncan8004]

Good job young lady. I’m glad people are sending you banjos for free. I don’t know if you’ve looked but that banjo that I sent you is about a $3000 banjo So good luck you’ve already got the talent. Keep up the good work, young lady.

[@davidwittie4177]

Your daily banjo is always a highlight of my day. Well, your banjo and your chickens. 👍😊❤

[@stevestrong8645]

Great sounds banjo, so good to see someone excited about this music, all old-timers about died out sadly

[@SleddogMicker]

Phoebe, honestly you are one of my favorite banjoists…from a fellow picker! I have a Pisgah very similar in sound to your banjo here.

[@futuredirected]

The Whyte Laydie tone ring gives that old-timey sound we all crave. This banjo not only looks wonderful, it supports You in playing better. I’m glad You got it. ❤🪕❤

[@dean8842]

Envious doesn't begin to describe my feelings when I see (and hear!) that new 5-string beauty of yours. Enjoy it to the fullest!!!

[@BigBirch]

Not sure what I like more... the drinking birds... or the insane house plant across the ceiling.

[@larrys9241]

You are glowing with happiness 😊

[@edsonrochak4997]

Muito lindo esse banjo!! O son tbem bem gostoso!! Quanto as marcações no braço! O lugar onde sempre deveriam estar não é?! Eu tinha um baixo branco que apliquei atrás do braço adesivos preto refletivos … ficou grandes e visíveis!! 😁… Muito contagiante tua dedicação! Parabéns!!

[@joeldcanfield_spinhead]

delighted to discover his shop is an hour from where we live, where the desert meets the mountains outside Phoenix. now if I could only afford this level of quality.

[@Paulvan3Parzival]

FANTASTIC Instrument ❤

[@paulyoung5327]

Wow I was not sure I liked your new banjo but after a closer look I think you have a winner. a sponge makes a good damper for inside your banjo you need that hat for your wardrobe. . Nice instrument and nice demonstration by a good banjo player. Thank you for sharing. Frail on.

[@rhinely850]

Love your passion and style for the banjo. You may enjoy watching Stringbean play the banjo way back when. Looking foward to more of your tunes. Love from Savannah!

[@cannonw59]

That Banjo is beautiful in so many ways. Thank you for sharing your gift. Peace&Love be with you!

[@darylwatson]

All my hats are multi-taskers too! Rock it!!

[@user-kb7cb6fi3n]

I like your new banjo. It does sound nice.

[@2old4u]

It's a beauty with a wonderful sound. Thanks for the Marvelous Monday Music.

[@nerdgarage]

Gotta love those high pitch noises that nobody else can hear. My older sister and I are both cursed with the ability to hear higher pitches than normal. Fortunately whatever you're hearing isn't coming through the mic. -- Beautiful new banjo and it sounds great too.

[@stirfish]

Lovely banjo. I've owned two Hubers and I sold them on after many years... but I'd be so tempted by this.

[@russellbarndt6579]

Oh my, your videos bring a bit of extra joy to life and are very appreciated...!!!

[@betterl8thannvr]

I love the new banjo, and seeing your joy is infectious. Just so you know, whenever you use this mic your audio level is much lower than when you are outside, and it's hard to hear you on my phone even with the volume at max.

[@MrBean1056]

Hi Phoebe I Love the sound coming from your new Banjo and I believe that you are a good picker. I try to watch at least one of your videos while I’m having my dinner. Thanks for being you. I love how spunky you are and how you look like you almost embarrassed or disappointed when you catch yourself missing a note. and if I am wrong I apologize that’s just my interpretation. Keep up the good work

[@tommylitchfield3450]

Not only does it look great and sound great, but your tuning woes will probably be greatly reduced! What a Queenly Gift!

[@edprince9079]

You bring a smile to my face.

[@danoconnell1833]

Wow -- that's a beaut! Clear ringing tone. Reminds me of a White Lady.

[@josiahsterling7308]

"Hi I'm pheobe, welcome to my daily new banjo unveiling"

[@brucewagner4394]

I like it already, it's got my name in it.😅

[@Eldertalk]

Thank you to whoever gave her that banjo! It has a beautiful tone and she does it justice.

[@authortimwickenden]

Nice!

[@hihatjas9477]

Hope you had a great mother's day with your mom and that banjo sounds super okee yolkee!

[@neilbush9873]

Will you be pulling the hat out to give it full volume and sustain? The tone is beutifull

[@mrmoose7844]

Beautiful banjo! Enjoy! I love your enthusiasm and sweet personality! Keep making happy music!!

[@irishpsalteri]

Think about this, when you started, this banjo wouldn't have sounded any different than one of your others. Now your skills let the difference in fine iinstrument. Take joy in that.

[@johnwynne-qx6br]

One for every day of the week. Beautiful banjo and amazing skills at playing them.

[@greg6491]

Sure is Beautiful!!

[@MonsterMidi]

Heavy materials ALWAYS sounds better. It has a good well rounded sound. Even though it weighs as much as a piano! Best sounding banjo you have! But it also seems a little more difficult to play. George from South Carolina

[@randolphfriend8260]

SO Happy for you! 🙉 💙 🪕 🎶🎶🎶 🎉

[@liquidsunshinesongs]

YOURE SO CCOOOOOLLLLLL MANNNNNNN THATS SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@stevenboyd593]

Launches into a tune and its a joy to be a party to such, welcome Bruce to your new happy home

[@eudaenomic]

You'll definitely have to put up the gourd and this new banjo on the same video.

[@plupyduplupydu1369]

That sounds almost sweet, not pushy or overtaking the show, i thought it would be louder (or more amplified)

[@CourtneyandDouglas]

It's got a hat stuffed in it. That's dampening a LOT of the volume.

[@Transit_Biker]

That banjo sounds incredible. Congrats.

[@snickersammy100]

boy golly that sure is a delux banjo!!

[@Fistmele]

That thing is sweeeet!

[@bluekachina2229]

I’m glad to see you catching traction

[@TheLeggedOne]

Fancy banjo

[@paulbarnes5051]

Wow, lucky young lady. What a lovely instrument. Fab wood and the build looks to be a work of art. Have been following you for a little while enjoying your playing, so look forward to hearing this one again soon, best wishes from UK

[@aepilotjim]

Very cool banjo. i like how he carried the brass accents through from the drum to the string pegs. Also, I never thought I say this, but miss the chicken butt!

[@motorcyclemikel711]

Thats a really nice instrument!

[@MrJRW1]

Very nice!👍

[@wzardglick]

That's a pretty machine. Ebony and walnut.I play mandolin. Not sure what that 5th strong is for.

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

That's a sweet looking and sounding banjo.

[@matthewridgeway9250]

Nice banjo. I have a Gretsch Dixie Six, which is ok. A bit too much ghosting noise, so I fit five grommets between the strings near the tailpiece. I love the idea of a gourd banjo, so I bought some green bottle gourd seeds so I can build my own fretless banjo. Sweet playing. Thanks.

[@brianbursaw9296]

That's a good lookin banjo.

[@0bm31770]

That's a beauty!

[@samuelwilliams2245]

Nice

[@jerrykeane1970]

excellent, I am encouraged to work at my guitar now... great, thank you so much.... lots' of fun

[@CrustyWhiteBread]

You deserve it. Wonderful.

[@robertmccormac6276]

Congrats on the new member to your musical family. Very nice looking and sounding banjo.

[@CourtneyandDouglas]

So awesome! Thanks Phoebe!

[@cesspresso]

Lovely. Oh, and the banjo looks good too. ☺️ Ebony wood. So cool

[@Dropshock20XX]

Sick

[@johnwilkinson5425]

Fantastic new Banjo, roll on 25k

[@garari4466]

Regarding the dots being on the side of the fretboard: this is common in classical guitars. Great stuff as always, Phoebe! Thank you for your daily dose of happiness!

[@Aaron71304]

Nice work!

[@eoint2524]

Wow!

[@piguy3point14]

What an absolutely beautiful instrument!

[@dmartk]

Love the tone

[@NInjaTunazier]

Phoebe, you rock! ^^

[@daverow49]

Phoebe, the Bruce Berry banjo is a beautiful instrument. The tone is exquisite. You are very fortunate. It also showcases your playing ability very well. 😊

[@Liam-nn4kx]

Hi Phoebe! Love your channel.

[@viscache1]

Best you tube channel! By a long shot!

[@dougsneider722]

Beautiful banjo. Congrats. Enjoy!

[@darwinsaye]

Kind of visually reminds me of my 70 year old Kay Old Kraftsman. Wider neck and deeper body though.

[@danepiper1]

Has a really fantastic sound! You’d do well playing on a river boat do da all day long! 😊

[@user-xv4cv3sb7d]

О! Благодарю, Фиби! Очень интересный обзор! Вы обращаете внимание на неожиданные вещи! А о существовании демпфера я вообще не знал.. и про тональное кольцо я тоже не знал.. ))) Про это кольцо расскажи, пожалуйста, как-нибудь подробнее. И тебе, и мне, и всем слушателям - хорошего дня, хорошей музыки, и хорошего звучания! :-)