The Renegade 5-String Banjo

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Key Features

Warm, rich tone from day one
Stays in tune all session long
Gives beginners that needed boost
Sounds bolder than banjos twice the price
Professional hands-on setup
Includes Premium Banjo Gig Bag

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The Renegade 5-String Banjo

“It’s a work of art. Beautiful instrument and an amazing sound. I’m new to the banjo but the quality makes me want to keep practising.” - John C.

The all-new Renegade Banjo isn’t just any 5-string, it’s a carefully crafted instrument with deep musical roots, modern comfort, and everything you need to begin confidently.

It’s specifically designed for banjo beginners and musicians looking to expand their instruments and genres.

Made with a warm-toned mahogany resonator, the Renegade produces a mellow, full-bodied sound that catches your ear right away.

You’ll find the 22-fret neck and rosewood fingerboard responsive and easy to play, and the planetary tuners and brackets make it easy to keep playing your best.

Built on quality and big on style, it’s the perfect choice for all your favourite tunes, from old-time to bluegrass, folk, and beyond.

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Watch: See the Renegade in action below as Alfi’s Ryan McAuley puts it through its paces.

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Listen to the Thrilling Sound of The Renegade 5-String Banjo

Rated 4.9/5 By Our Happy Customers

Product highlights

Confidence from the First Strum

The Renegade’s smooth rosewood fingerboard and quality D'Addario strings give unbeatable playability and responsive action, making it ideal for first-time players. It has a beautiful finish and solid build, so you won't have to fight the finicky parts or unknown rattles that can plague other beginner banjos.

Whether it’s your first instrument or you’ve been playing a while, you’ll start building confidence from the moment you pick it up.

Playability that Makes Practice Easy

The neck, fingerboard, and strings are designed to work together and keep you comfortable during practice sessions. Fingerpicking a slow air at home or strumming along with friends, you'll love how simple it is to learn quickly and keep at it.

Why It Sounds So Warm

The mahogany resonator and Remo head work together to produce a mellow, full-bodied tone with just the right amount of brightness. A quality resonator projects your sound outward, making it perfect for sessions, performances, and jam rooms. Every note rings out clearly.

Built for Bluegrass and Beyond

Ready for your favourite bluegrass, old-time, folk, and traditional tunes, this is a 5-string you won’t outgrow. The Gibson-inspired design, smooth finish, and classic silhouette mean it looks the part at any setting, while the attention to detail and high-quality materials keep it light, balanced, and easy to handle.

Everything You Need and More

Get off to a solid start quickly with our Premium Banjo Set, included FREE with your Freedom Banjo!

The digital tuner makes tuning fast and simple every time, spare strings keep you playing, and the banjo strap and premium padded case keep your instrument safe and accessible anytime, anywhere.

Finally, your copy of Hal Leonard’s Banjo Method Book 1 has all the music know-how you need to start mastering your new instrument right away. All valued at more than €100/$100!

Crisp, Clear, and Easily in Tune

Its 2-footed bridge adds extra brightness and clarity to every note to help your playing stand out without ever sounding harsh. Then the Renegade’s 30-bracket design and 4:1 geared planetary tuners mean you can adjust on the spot and stay there tune after tune. Even as a beginner player, you’ll be able to tap into a sound all your own right away.

Musician Setup Makes All the Difference

Each Renegade Banjo is professionally set up by our workshop team before it leaves McNeela. That means smooth action, quality you can count on, and a banjo that plays clean right out of the box. No buzzing or guesswork. Just great music.

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Hear "Cluck Ol' Hen" on the Renegade with Ryan McAuley

Built with Musicians in Mind

When we say “designed by musicians, for musicians”, we mean it. We spend years developing our instruments, working with other music professionals and instructors to gather insight and feedback the whole way.

Every improvement on this banjo has been guided by that process, and I’m incredibly proud of the results! It’s specially designed for players like you to reach your goals and play more of the music you love.

Plus, each one is carefully set up here in the workshop before it’s shipped to you, and our team is here for any questions you have.

The McNeela Mission

We believe in the power of music for people, communities, and tradition. That’s why we’re so committed to making affordable quality instruments available to anyone who wants to bring a little more of it into the world!

KEY FEATURES

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Before our products ever reach your hands, we meticulously test them for durability and craftsmanship, to make sure you receive nothing short of excellence. This commitment to quality is why we proudly offer a 30-day try-at-home guarantee. It allows you to experience firsthand the exceptional standard we uphold. Should you find that our product doesn't meet your expectations within 30 days, returning it is hassle-free. Plus, our dedicated aftercare service is always available to assist you with any questions or needs.

Please visit our Returns Policy page for product-specific warranties.

The McNeela Guarantee

Please visit our Returns Policy page for product-specific warranties.

Don’t Miss Out on the Renegade 5-String Banjo

Join the countless musicians who have discovered the exceptional quality of the Renegade. Designed for adult beginners, folk fans, and trad explorers, this banjo offers warm tone, comfortable playability, and the full beginner setup to get you started right.