Hey All,
I have been doing a little recording on my Bart Reiter Regent. I never noticed so much when just playing (not recording), but there is definitely noticable noise from both my thumb and plucking finger hitting the head. I have to guess by the wear pattern on every banjo head that I have ever seen, that this must be a common occurrance. Maybe I never paid attention, but I don't recall hearing this somewhat prominent sound on recordings of others.
The Regent does not have a frailing scoop. I am semi newbie at this style and am wondering if this is acceptable (like string noise on an acoustic guitar) and or does one strive for none?
Thanks.