The fifth peg hole holds the fifth string tuning machine, sometimes called the fifth peg. This is a hole in the side of the neck just above the fifth string bump out. Take a look at a fifth string machine tuner and you will likely find that it features a tapered and knurled shaft that will be presse
Banjo Friction Pegs - What are they and how do they work ...
Banjo friction pegs were used to tune the instrument in its earlier days. As steel strings became more popular and machining techniques improved, friction pegs gave way to machine tuners. Today we still see friction pegs used on violins and cellos.
Banjo tuning pegs from Schaller, Leader and more including ...
Banjo tuning pegs from Schaller, Leader and more including high quality geared and gold plated pegs. Eagle offer you a wide choice of banjo pegs from budget pegs to high quality geared pegs, you can even go gold plated.