How to attach the strap to the banjo

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Method 2 of 2: Method Two: Alternative webbing attachment
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1 Examine the banjo. If you wish to use this method, you must ensure that there is sufficient space under the retaining brackets of the steel ring pulling the membrane to fit the strap.

This method works for most country style banjos, especially those with a solid body, but half-body banjo and beginner banjo may not have enough space under the braces, so you may need to use another method.

2 Take the banjo vertically. Place the banjo so the neck is facing up and the strings are facing you.

The neck should be at the 12 o'clock position.

3 Thread the strap through the staples under the bar. Look at the braces that run around the banjo's perimeter. Insert the tip of the strap into the bracket located at the same location as the two o'clock on the watch face. Then thread the strap through the next three staples in a clockwise direction.

The starting point for threading the strap usually starts at 2-3 staples from the neck. When the strings are facing you, you must thread the strap on the right side of the banjo. If the strings are facing in the opposite direction, then the strap should be threaded on the left side of the banjo.
The process of threading the strap is similar to threading the belt into trousers.
Most classic banjo straps have narrow straps on the ends. It is the thin straps of the strap that are inserted under the braces, and not the wide part of it.

4 Insert the strap from the other end of the strap from the tailpiece side. Place the second strap of the shoulder strap under the brace located on the banjo in the same way as the four on the watch face. Slide the strap under any straps still free until both straps meet.

The starting point for the second strap is usually at 2–3 staples from the tailpiece (with the strings facing you).
Alternatively, some people prefer to thread the second strap from the hook located similar to the nine on the watch dial. This spot is on the left side of the banjo if the strings are facing you. Even if you prefer to insert the strap from this point, you should still run it through any remaining brackets until it connects to the first strap.

5 Adjust the strap length. Place the strap over your neck and test it for comfort. If you need to shorten the strap, tighten the straps that go through the staples more tightly.

Ideally, the banjo strap should keep the instrument in play position even when you are not holding it with your hands.

6 Clip the ends of the straps together. Pass a black string through the holes on both straps and tie the ends to secure the straps.

If your strap did not come with a lace, you can use regular black shoe laces, paracord, or thick sturdy string to secure the straps.
This step completes the entire strap attachment procedure. Now you can throw the strap over your neck and play the instrument.

Method 2 of 2: Method Two: Alternative webbing attachment

1 Examine the banjo. This method is appropriate when there is not enough space under the staples to thread the straps.If you are unable to thread the strap under the braces, then you will have to use this method of attaching the strap.
- Most beginner banjo and half-body banjo require this method. Professional country-style banjos usually have the ability to attach the shoulder strap in the classic way.
2 Place the banjo straight. Place the banjo on a stand in your lap or on a work surface. The bar should point upward like the 12 o'clock hour hand.
- The strings of the instrument should be facing you.
- Note that you will be able to adjust this position to a more natural and comfortable position as soon as you master the technique of correctly attaching the strap. However, while you are just studying it, it makes more sense to put the banjo this way.
3 Attach one strap to the side of the neck. Tie the first strap of the webbing to the second or third brace on the side of the bar.
- With the banjo strings facing you, count 2-3 staples to the right of the fretboard.
- Consider purchasing a banjo strap with leather cords at the ends. You can also find straps with metal or plastic hooks at the ends, but be careful when using these straps as the hooks can damage the wooden surface of the banjo.
- If you have a strap with hooks, hook the hook or snap it onto the desired banjo bracket. If you have a regular strap, you can tie it to the brace using a sturdy cord, paracord, or string.
4 Attach the other end of the strap close to the tailpiece. Tie the other end of the strap to the second or third hook on the side of the tailpiece.
- With the strings facing you, count 2-3 staples to the right of the tailpiece. Note that if you now split the banjo in half with a vertical line, both ends of the strap will be on the same side.
- Snap, hook or tie the other end of the strap in the same way as you secured the first end.
5 Adjust the strap length. Place the strap over your neck and shoulder. If its length is adjusted, adjust it so that the banjo hangs in the playing position even when you are not holding it with your hands.
- This step completes the strap attachment process and you can start playing the banjo.

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Banjo straps are optional, but highly recommended. Even though you are able to support the weight of the banjo, it will be much easier for you to move your hand along the bar as you play if you do not have to support the instrument with the same hand at the same time.