The Celt Banjo by McNeela (Tenor, 4 String, 19 Fret) Reviews

4.8 Rating 69 Reviews

The Celt Banjo 19 Fret
Due to its performance and ease of play this is by far the most popular tenor banjo amongst our traditional Irish music students and intermediate customers.
The McNeela Celt Banjo has recently been upgraded (January 2023) for an even better playing experience:
What’s New? We’ve added planetary tuners for faster tuning mid-play; planetary tuners provide even tension while turning smoothly. We’ve also upgraded the rim to wood for richer acoustics and a more premium look.
The Celt 2 Banjo is a 4-string tenor banjo (19 Fret) made by McNeela Instruments. It's a closed back 24 bracket banjo with excellent traditional tone.
Key features of the Celt Tenor Banjo 19 Fret
Tenor Banjo
19 fret
4 string
Mahogany neck & head
Rosewood fingerboard
Remo top
Maple bridge
Also available with 17 frets
GDAE tuning
Hand-picked D'Addario strings

'Amazing banjo I don’t think there exists a better banjo for this price' - Kevin R. (customer)
Featuring a beautiful mahogany body, neck, back and rim with an attractive eye-catching gloss finish The Celt looks as good as it sounds. Imported and set up by McNeela Music, this 4 string resonator banjo features a Remo Weather King Skin and 24 tension hooks to hold the head tightly, producing a strong, clear resonant tone - perfect for Irish music sessions.
Most importantly, it has a whacking low G -a strong top string that all traditional Irish music playing demands.
The Celt has been carefully designed, manufactured with precision and comes professionally setup so it produces the perfect sound. The D'Addario strings are hand-picked to better suit your playing.

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Whether you're looking to buy a banjo online or looking for a vintage tenor banjo for sale, you've come to the right place.
Our in house team of expert advisors is here to help. Get in touch by emailing info@mcneelamusic.com.
We're happy to answer all your questions and we cater to all experience levels - beginner, intermediate or advanced. There's no question too big or small!
Good to Know:
30 day money back guarantee from the day you receive your banjo. See our Shipping & Returns Policy.
1 year warranty - all our new banjos offer a one year guarantee for parts and service.
Free backup service for one year.
If purchased before 12pm (Monday-Friday), we ship it the same business day.
Priority Shipping Worldwide.
If you're in a hurry enquire about our FedEx 4-6 day shipping
ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMESIRELAND (Next Day)UK (5 - 7 days)EUROPE (7 days)USA and CANADA (7 - 10) days)REST OF WORLD (10 - 14 days)

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18322432

Location:

Unit 137 Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle
Dublin
D13 X958

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“Only had the banjo for a few weeks but seems really good especially at the very reasonable price. Certainly far better quality than the similar priced banjos available from major instrument retailers in Canada. This banjo was obviously not just slapped together in some factory in the far east. Speedy and low cost delivery and was well packed to resist postal service damage.”

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Posted 8 months ago

“After a business trip to Dublin and being inspired by the music I decided to finally play a string instrument after wanting to do it all these years. Searched a little on the net and it seemed like McNeela was a great choice for a beginner Tenor banjo. The shipping process took awhile but it finally arrived in perfect condition. I've got about ten hours playing it and my 'Oh Susannah' is pretty impressive. It's the best (and only) banjo I've ever played! I'll be ready for Temple bar in a few months!”

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Posted 9 months ago

“Great price, amazing sound and it looks awesome.”

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Posted 9 months ago

“Great Choice. Only had the banjo for a few weeks but seems really good especially at the very reasonable price. Certainly far better quality than the similar priced banjos available from major instrument retailers in Canada. This banjo was obviously not just slapped together in some factory in the far east. Speedy and low cost delivery and was well packed to resist postal service damage.”

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Posted 11 months ago

“Just received the Celt Banjo wrapped in several layers of bubble wrap that not even Canada Post could damage - thank you. Delivered in 7 days from date of order with no additional customs fees owing. The banjo is lovely and after a quick tune sounds great. Intonation was pretty close right out of the box. It will get it's first workout tonight at a rehearsal. This banjo, shipped from Ireland to Canada, was less expensive and seems of far better quality than similar level instruments from just down the street at a major music retailer. And it's pretty :)”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Shipped unbelievably fast to New York. Great sounding, quality banjo at a great price. Would recommend McNeela to anybody. Thank you!”

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Posted 1 year ago

“This was a replacement for an earlier model sent in error. I have been playing it several hrs per week since late March. This is a Great Banjo. Intonation is great! Amazing sustain even above 12th fret! Thanks for great product and service.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Conor is the best! Received an earlier version of the Celt 19 fret banjo. It was an all metal ring, intonation was poor. Overall just what I expected. I thought I ordered the current one with laminated would ring. Sent Conor photos and he immediately replaced withe new model. Covered shipping etc. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!! Love it. Thanks. PS My next Mandolin will be a McNeela!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Hi David, apologies again that you received the wrong banjo but very glad to hear that we sorted it to your satisfaction. I'll pass your kind words onto Conor. We will have some new mandolins on the site over the next few weeks so keep an eye out for those!

Posted 1 year ago