Nothing sounds quite like a banjolele. Made famous by George Formby and loved by George Harrison this combination of banjo and ukulele has a bright sound thats fun to play. Small and lightweight the Banjolele by Gear4music has soft nylon strings that are forgiving on your fingers. Its easy to transport to get an instant bluegrass/Hawaiian sound wherever you are. With the same tuning as a ukulele the music you already play will easily transfer so youll be playing in no time. Distinctive Sound with Great Projection Louder than a typical ukulele. The Gear4music Banjolele combines the neck of a ukulele with the body of a banjo. It uses a banjo head created by Remo produced with a specific coating for crisp tones and enhanced clarity. Finished with a traditional frosted look the banjo head makes each note sound distinct and increases the instruments projection. With far greater volume than a standard or open-backed ukulele youll be able to perform small gigs without any amplification. Built to be Taken Anywhere Forgiving on your fingers the soft nylon strings are easy to play and require little maintenance. Robust enough for life on the road the banjoleles body has been crafted from laminate sapele wood which is strong while remaining lightweight. The rest of the instrument has also been made from hardwood to ensure its durability while the oiled poplar laminate fretboard provides an improved responsive and playability. Closed-back the instrument produces a sound thats both bright and resonant. Easy to Play Great for beginners this banjolele uses the same fretboard and tuning as a ukulele. Its easy to get playing straight away and music you can already play on the ukulele will transfer. Whether finger-picking or strumming the Banjolele by Gear4music gives you the combination of banjo and ukulele for a unique sound thats fun to play. Specifications Body Wood: Sapele Laminate Bridge: Maple Skin: Remo Banjo Head Binding: ABS white Scale Length: 16 inches Neck Wood: Mahogany Fingerboard: Oiled Poplar Laminate Strings: Nylon string Overall Length: 613mm Overall Width: 222mm Music is for everyone so we’re making it easier for you to start playing. Backed by our years of professional experience the Gear4music range gives you access to a vast collection of instruments audio gear and accessories. Produced ethically and responsibly theyre suitable for every musical interest while meeting the expectations of a caring world. There’s never been a better time to start making music.