These strings are just fine, good value for the money.

D'Addario EJ57 5-String Banjo Strings, Nickel, Custom Medium, 11-22
EJ57, D'Addario's heaviest 5-string banjo set, delivers maximum volume and resistance for heavy picking. Loopend construction for universal fit.
D'Addario banjo strings are trusted by legends like Ralph Stanley, Rob McCoury, Ron Block, Alison Brown, and more, for their authentic tone and reliable performance. They are made from the highest quality plain steel, stainless-steel, nickel-plated steel and phosphor bronze and available in a wide variety of gauges.
D'Addario's heaviest gauge of 5-string banjo strings, delivers increased resistance and projection
Loopend construction for universal fit
Nickelplated steel for bright tone, smooth feel and long life
Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
String Gauges: Plain Steel .011, .012, .013, Nickel Wound .022, Plain Steel .011
NOTE |
DESCRIPTION |
DIAMETER INCHES |
TENSION LBS |
1st D |
Plain Steel Loop End |
.011 |
16.8 |
2nd B |
Plain Steel Loop End |
.012 |
14.1 |
3rd G |
Plain Steel Loop End |
.013 |
12.1 |
4th D |
Nickel Wound Loop End |
.022 |
13.9 |
5th G |
Plain Steel Loop End |
.011 |
16.3 |
Posted by marco badot on Jul 15th 2011
These strings are just fine, good value for the money.
Posted by Tom Estes on Jun 23rd 2010
Good value. Excellent strings.
Posted by Lawrence on Nov 30th 2009
Good for my olde banjar