Welcome to LouZee Banjos

(LouZee is Pronounced "Lousy")

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the "lousy" name a joke?
A: No, it isn't. While Mike Longworth had a very delightful and often peculiar sense of humor, the LouZee banjos are not a joke in any way. They are truly serious instruments. Their sound is amazing.

Q: Is the banjo name really pronounced "lousy?"
A: Yes.  Mike wanted to build the best banjo possible, but call it a "lousy" banjo.
With all of the banjo player jokes circulating around these days, it was Mike's way of turning the tables on the non banjo players.

Q: Is the LouZee tone ring the same as the other Hopkins Flathead tone rings?
A: No, the LouZee tone ring is a special tone ring available only in LouZee banjos.

Q: What scale length is used on the LouZee banjo neck? 
A: 27 inches.

Q: Where can I get a LouZee banjo?
A: You can get a LouZee banjo from one of our dealers.  Click on the "Dealers" tab above for a list of our dealers.

 

To get in touch with us,click here.

No banjo is a Genuine LouZee Banjo without the Official Trademark, the unique LouZee Lyre.

Have a LouZee day!

David Hopkins
Paul Hopkins

D P Hopkins, Inc.
3563 Highway 231 North
Shelbyville, TN 37160
phone: 931-580-5742
To contact us, click here.