Ok, so this is cool for all you banjo enthusiasts. Its a a custom made "Tranjo" that looks something like a the unholy marriage between a Steinberger GM and a Parker Fly. The coolest part is they cost around a grand and the company will customize it with any sort of pickup you'd like. Order your TranjoCaster today!

Nothing to do with synths, I know.. but I found them to be quite interesting. To keep it on topic, here's a stellar list of MIDI-fied banjo hits for your listening pleasure:

Sweet banjo MIDIs!