Gold Star (7) Gibson (84) 4-String, Condition of Banjo: Used - Very Good Condition This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. We respect your time and attention by controlling the frequency of our mailings. Top Rated Plus. I can't seem to find a model or serial number for it though. Other than that, she's in perfect condition. White Mountain (1) 1978 Iida Banjo Family Picnic Classic Car Mom Guitar Magazine Photo Print Ad. Beautiful vintage I was unable to add your email address to the email list. This has a Washburn hardshell case which is a good case. Our experts are ready to take your call. Nowadays, Takanais reinventing himself and, alongside his loyal fan base, is taking off towards new musical horizons. ANYTHING HERE ON THURSDAY MORNING WILL BE CHARGED A $5.00 PER LOT/PER DAY STORAGE FEE (NO JOKE) IF THE ITEMS ARE NOT PICKED UP BY THE NEXT AUCTION DATE WE WILL LOT THE ITEMS INTO THAT AUCTION AT FULL COMMISSION . Ramsey (3) Switzerland, The email address {0} has been subscribed to the email list. Pre-Owned. Plays really fast and is ready to sing! It has some Gibson-type features including a two piece flange, dual coordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard, and bowtie inlays. This has [], Early 1990s Gibson Earl Scruggs 49 Classic PROTOTYPE 5 string Banjo, Early 1990s Gibson Earl Scruggs 49 Classic PROTOTYPE 5 string Banjo. $4499 FREE USA SHIPPING 1926 Gibson Ball Bearing TB3 5 string conversion Banjo ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Description This is a Ball Bearing TB3 from 1926 which has been converted to a 5 string. Ome (8) Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Every instrument is carefully set up and inspected prior to being shipped. 1958, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. I asked.New strings on order.In the 76 Hawthorne catalog there is no match.The resonator has the 4 screws like the 230, but its an archtop like the 229. . Paramount (4) The rim is aluminum with an incorporated tone ring that provides an archtop for great volume without extreme weight. Prucha (4) Auction Terms & Conditions All items are sold AS IS without warranty. All items are sold AS IS without warranty. I will get a good Fender (8) ODE (2) IIDA Banjo Est. Richelieu (1) The shell is one piece and the flange and tone ring are simply cast on. Frank Neat (1) in the hard to reach areas. SOLD Iida Tenor Banjo, Price Reduced (Again) Price: $375.00 USD. Competitive shipping rates worldwide. defimeshun is close, but it's actually a model 230. 1958, that feels like it was stamped and painted, very neatly. Stand about 1/2" off the headstock, Oval shaped abt 1/2 " x 3/4".The 5th peg is not geared.The drum head has no markings.The previous owner got it from a pawn shop in 1985. I can't seem to find a model or serial number for it though.There's some minor pitting on the tension hoop and little wear to the frets and finish. All Forums It has an arch top and is not the bottlecap style banjo. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. The bridge is set with correct intonation. Still wearing the 1985 strings that came with it. Did the EST 1958 come before or after 1976?The banjo has a straight neck, very close action, and a great sound.Whew, nuff said.Any info would be greatly appreciated.Thanks in advance, Glitch, Edited by - Ronnie on 01/23/2010 22:06:17. Rickard (1) This is a nice touch. Bids are taken from this website and bid on during the live auction against people in attendance. . There are snowflakes for position markers on the fretboard. ***** ANY MERCHANDISE NOT TAKEN ON SALE NIGHT, MUST BE PICKED UP BY WEDNESDAY AFTER THE SALE. There is a 12% buyer's premium added at checkout plus tax, unless a valid resale form is on file. There are a few light surface and button scratches on the resonator but nothing serious and its minor. Have a question about this instrument? Iida set the stage for the emergence of Japanese banjos in the 1970's. The 5th string tuners on these old Japanese Banjos often stop working so its important that they have a geared 5th string tuner. Pictures would help. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Free shipping for many products! Fairbanks (4) Get pickin' today! There is also some rope binding on the top lip of the resonator which is another nice touch. Aria (3) 3, March 1959, The American Cinematographer, Vol. There is some oxidation on the tailpiece but the hardware looks really good. OK, it looks like a lower end model, maybe a 227. Sellers with highest buyer ratings; Returns, money back; Ships in a business day with tracking; Learn More Top Rated Plus. Thank you Rubia Cambone - Posted - 08/04/2009: 13:00:19 Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Every instrument comes with a 7-day money back guarantee. The fretboard is definitely clean with overall clean frets. This has been professionally set up. Jerry Wells TX Lic. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. We accept: Cash, Check (with valid ID), Visa, Mastercard & Discover. Sealed. 1994 Gibson RB3 5 string Banjo with Original Case. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1970s Iida 5 String Bluegrass Banjo at the best online prices at eBay! Sale Pending: 1972 Iida Model 227 Archtop Banjo - Made in Japan (sold) Used - Very Good Condition / Country: United States - State: WA. Ibanez (1) Vintage CF Martin & Co. The only non original part is the 5th string tuner which we added. Iida-05. We have added one. Buyer pays return shipping and original shipping amount will be deducted from refund. Bishline (4) 8, August 1958, The American Cinematographer, Vol. --------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------. Other Banjo-Related Topics Slingerland (1) Marine Band Harmonica #364 By M. Hohner Germany, 6" Witch Ball - Amethyst - Kitras Art Glass With Tag. proof of this. Lot # : 11 - IIDA Banjo Est. Hatfield (2) Your bid must adhere to the bid increment schedule. Gibson Parts (2) Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members' research needs. Still, it boasts a very "Gib" build and tone and "why" becomes obvious in the fact that it has a big old flathead tonering on top of what appears to be a multi-ply heavy duty maple rim. Soprano Mahogany Ukulele, Style 2M, Nazareth PA, Vintage Art Glass Paperweight Signed Bart Zimmerman Dated 1987 Yellow Gr, 4.5" Turtle Glass Millefiori Paperweight Art Glass Figurine Turtle Lover, Amazing EICKHOLT PAPERWEIGHT:Gold/magenta Iridescent, Multi Bubble, 3.25, Vintage Blown Glass Apricot Color Vase Bottle 12 X 6 Bulbous, Hokitika Glass Studio N.Z. I also have a picture that shows the neck heel got some sort of repair. This is a solid $399 banjo that Im sure will find a good use in some musicians home. 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. All Rights Reserved. Ad Status: Sold, #69110, viewed 5252 times. Slingerland (1) This is not an internet only auction, but a place to leave absentee bids for our live auction. This particular model is not for beginners but at the same time its not a high end instrument. The flange is nickel plated as it most of the hardware, including the original armrest and tailpiece. This has nickel hardware otherwise which is all original. Sullivan (7) The instrument Up for sale is a nice, (circa 1970s? If you search ' 1976 Iida Banjo Catalog' you will find a catalog describing Iida Banjos."The $20 Handling is For a Guitar Box From FedEx. Other than that, she's in perfect condition. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin I've used it for 35 years playing it for family, friends, and on stage professionally. I purchased the Iida 5-String Banjo in 1974. Bishline (4) Iida made guitars before they first made banjos. Sharing and Usage FREE USA SHIPPING. ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I bought it to play, not to sell.I am trying to date it, and if possible find out what model it is.The only markings are Iida, in nice pearl. Please check your address and try again. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Deering (20) Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. 1958" thing came along after the 76 Hawthorne catalog. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequat. It is a great banjo for the price! This has been professionally set up at the Banjo Warehouse. The two-tab sealed planetary tuners are in excellent shape. None in the catalog 76 catalog say EST 1958. CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. 2023 BanjoBarn.com. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Vintage Iida Model 227 5-string Archtop Resonator Banjo This is a 1972 resonator 5-string archtop banjo Made in Japan by Iida (sometimes incorrectly referred to as Jida or Lida). Type: This is an AWESOME instrument for the money, if you can find one.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Joe-Music-100591881414206Check Out Music At https://soun. Hopkins (1) This features a fast mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and a lovely Fleur de Lis headstock inlay. Fairbanks-Vega (3) For example, some of the aluminum rim models described as having 24 brackets have 30 in the picture. I've had it for years (bought in 1986) and want to know what it is worth. Enoch (3) Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played. Very well set up with nice smooth action making it very easy to fret all the way up the fretboard. Circa 1979 Iida 5-String Banjo, No Serial Number, Iida 5 String Banjo Model 227 With Original Case 1972 With Extra Strings, 1970s Iida 229 Natural 5-String Banjo #229-M00126, Beautiful Iida 5 String Banjo From The Custom Shop, Iida 5 String Banjo PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION, The American Cinematographer, Vol. We put a new Huber head on it which has been set to 90 on a drum dial. 1958. 30, No. Currency: Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. This banjo has a pretty serious neck repair but this is a Vintage Japanese Banjo. The position markers on the fretboard are snowflake mother of pearl inlays. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Jeff Menzies (1) Vega (19) I'll never play it again. (sold), banjo for sale: Iida 229, in great shape, with case, $325 (expired), Iida Model 237 - Made in Japan - SOLD (expired), 1970s Iida 240 Maple Banjo**SOLD PENDING ACCEPTANCE** (expired), Vintage Iida MASTERCLONE 5 string Banjo - Includes Hardshell Case (expired), Sale Pending: 1972 Iida Model 227 Archtop Banjo - Made in Japan (sold), Iida Model 237 5 String Resonator Banjo 1970's.