The D'Addario EJ61 is the most popular 5-string banjo set, trusted by legends and hobbyists alike for its ideal balance of playing tension and a bright, projecting tone. Featuring high-carbon tin-plated steel plain strings and a nickel-plated steel wound 4th string, these strings are designed to reveal the full potential and signature "ring" of your instrument. The loop-end construction ensures a universal fit for most standard tailpieces, providing reliable and consistent performance. Precision-drawn and wound onto a hexagonal core, the EJ61 set offers the crisp, clear highs and complex, consistent tone required for bluegrass and traditional styles.
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Brand: D'Addario
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Model: EJ61
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Gauge: Medium (10-12-16-23-10)
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Material: Nickel-Plated Steel (Wound), Tin-Plated High-Carbon Steel (Plain)
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Features: Bright/projecting tone, universal loop-end fit, consistent intonation, durable high-carbon core.
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Ideal for: 5-string banjos, bluegrass and folk styles, and players seeking the industry-standard balance of tension and sound.
