I just got what I consider a great deal at Guitar Center on this banjo. I am posting it hear so that you can hear what it sounds like. Sorry I don't play better than what you see.
I just got one at Guitar Center today for $199. The reason I got it was that when I started to play it there I noticed that it's much lighter than my open back Gold Tones. Very comfortable to play. I'll be playing this one more than them. I thought you played good. I took clawhammer lessons awhile back. I'm thinking I want to play melodic banjo now. Today is my birthday, so this is my birthday present to myself.
I would be surprised if any banjo came with the bridge set. They should be slotted, but one should know or learn how to set the bridge. That's basic stuff.