Upgrading Your Banjo with a Wood Banjo Armrest

Installing a wood banjo armrest is probably one of the most underrated upgrades you can make to your instrument if you're looking for a mix of comfort and style. If you've been playing for any length of time, you know exactly what I'm talking about—that cold, hard metal armrest that comes standard on most banjos can start to dig into your forearm after about twenty minutes of solid picking. It's not that the metal ones are bad, they're just functional. They do the job, but they don't exactly provide a "luxury" experience for your arm. ...

May 1, 2026 · 7 min · Rylee Thais