The Dueling Banjo is designed to be operated by two simultaneous players. Both sides are tuned like a standard 5-string banjo: G, D, G, B, D. Since the strings stretch from one end to the other, each player will necessarily affect what the other is doing. Most effective when operated by one right-handed player and one southpaw.

I extensively researched the construction techniques of artisinal and folk banjos to create this instrument. The body, bridge, and tuning hardware were purchased from an instrument supplier; I built the necks and headstocks, installed frets, and inlayed fret dots and headstock designs. The string length is twice that of a standard banjo, so it was necessary to use specialized music wire.