Upgrading a Cheap Banjo by Replacing a Fifth String Friction Peg with a Geared Peg

Changing Out a geared 5th string Tuner - Discussion Forums - Banjo Hangout

This left-handed 5-string banjo from Ashthorpe is perfect for all player levels, from beginner to advanced. This banjo includes several high-end features. It's a traditional-style banjo with a mahogany resonator (perfect for bluegrass and other playing styles) that helps to push the sound forward, providing a louder, brighter tone. The resonator is also easily removed using the thumbscrews, allowing the banjo to be played open back.

Ashthorpe 5-String Banjo - Full Size with 24 Brackets, Closed Back, Mahogany Resonator, Geared 5th Tuner, Padded Gig Bag

Tuning the 5th (Drone) String

Does anyone have any experience with 5th string tuning pegs on antique banjos? Mine is catching and slipping and I'd like to smoothen it out. : r/Luthier

5-String Banjo 24 Bracket with Geared 5th tuner and Mid-range Closed H – costzon

Curing the Summer Buzz

Replacing Friction Tuners with Geared Tuners on Slingerland Tenor Banjo - Mike Floorstand's Blog - Banjo Hangout

Bluegrass Banjo Buyers' Guide - from Riverboat Music(tm)

Banjo 5th String Friction Tuner Extraction HD 720p