Gibson tenor banjo. Loar models) used in a bluegrass setting. Gibson Style six checkerboard five string conversion neck Vintage Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 4-string Tenor Banjo with Original Case 1928. Gibson Earl Scruggs Mastertone Bluegrass Banjo - USED 1994. GIBSON 1994 MASTERTONE BANJO CLASSIC 49 EARL SCRUGGS MINT! w/tags-papers 1 OWNER! Used – Mint. It is Model TB-1 and it is a ''trapdoor resonator'' meaning that there is a hole in the back providing the volume to come out, and to increase that volume the bottom section of the back can be tilted open in varying degrees. Expand user menu Open settings menu. $320. $1,750. Originally $3,750, now $3,125 ($625 savings) $3,750 Original price. This instrument is in Ver Vintage 1960s Gibson Tenor Banjo Case ‘60s Hard Shell TB Orange Lining. Last Updated 10/24/2024. Ozark 2102T Left Handed Banjo with Padded Gigbag £ 244. Gibson banjos don’t need no introduction they were at the centre of the banjo universe for decades. Pre-Owned · Gibson. A Couple of Finish Issues. 20 frets; 19 inches bridge to nut. There is only a single blemish Gibson TB-4 Model Tenor Banjo (1924), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 11078A-50, sunburst varnish finish, laminated maple neck and rim, ebony fingerboard, black hard shell case. But it’s more important as a representative of one of Gibson’s first Two Gibson tenor banjos from the early 20th century at the American Banjo Museum. Original Grover Geared Pancake Geared Pegs. $4,750. Gibson TB-100 Banjo 60's Vintage Sunburst . For Sale: 1925 Prewar Gibson Converted TB-4 This is an exceptional powerful open back tenor banjo that is compact and easy to handle, excellent for session playing. Gibson TB-11 $3,500. Newest Additions 'Gibson TB-100 Tenor Neck' 6 min 'PreWar TB-00 Tenor Neck' 13 min 'TB-00 With Original Tuners' 15 min '“Glory Land Vintage Gibson Junior Tenor Banjo TB-JRSeems to be in good condition, it just needs to be restrung and tuned up. This site focuses on the Gibson’s twenty years of bowtie production from 1948 through 1968. The finish has a few nicks & dents through out the instrument, the Here we have a 1927 Gibson Bella Voce tenor banjo. $11,695. The new model year typically launches in the fall as the current model year winds It’s rare that we find an original Gibson tenor banjo these days as most of them have been converted into five-string banjos. Great deals on Gibson Vintage Banjos. Bangor, ME, For sale is a 1924 Gibson TB-JR Tenor Banjo. It is Model TB-1 and it is a ''trapdoor resonator'' meaning that there is a hole in the back providing the volume to come Gibson TB-800 Mastertone Deluxe Model Tenor Banjo, c. This TB Gibson banjo is listed as a 1968. I've never heard the term "pre-war" sound applied to a Bacon Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo (1924), ser. $7,595. Buy Gibson Banjos and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! Great Savings & Free Delivery / Collection on many items. $3,750. Danville BJ-004 Select Mahogany Neck & Back 24 Bracket 4-String Tenor Banjo. As the quality standard in banjo craftsmanship, these instruments are a piece of musical history that continues to resonate with musicians seeking the authentic, warm tones Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 19 fret tenor banjo with vintage Gibson tenor case. €43,995 . (Right) A 15 fret tenor banjo. $990. £1,650. Make/Model: Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo Serial Number: 11506-24 Location of Manufacture: USA Scale Length: 20 3/4 " Nut Width: 1 3/8" Weight: 4. Vintage Gear America is pleased to offer this very nice all original 1968 Gibson TB-250 Mastertone four string tenor banjo serial number 910152 with original Gibson hard-shell case. I would love to learn more about it if anyone might know a Hey guys. Originally $825, now $625 1927 Gibson PB-3, solid raised head tone ring $3,495. rareavix (707) 98. Reverb is a marketplace bringing together a wide-spanning community to buy, sell, and discuss all things music gear. 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Ireland's Best Selection of Dealership Cars. Here's a "Loar Era" Gibson that won't break the bank! This 1923 TB-4 tenor banjo is a particularly lovely instrument, although not the banjo design that Gibson is best remembered Vintage 1960s Gibson Tenor Banjo Case ‘60s Hard Shell TB Orange Lining. It has the gibson logo in script pearl. Add to Cart . With original case, it has a new head this is a True Gem of a Banjo, selling it for my Neighbor wish I had the Money I would buy it myself! Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (modified) Late 1960s TB-1 Tenor BanjoGibson neckResonator has been modified or is aftermarket. Originally $4,775, Gibson TB-00 Model Tenor Banjo, c. If the rim measures 12" in We stock a wide range of Gibson banjos, including pre-war, vintage, and relatively recent styles through the very last of the Gibson banjos produced in 2009. The Fleur De Lis was first used on these in 1927. Arm rest is in the Ludwig period-correct hardshell case. 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Gibson 1924 TB In the late 1970s, Gibson introduced the TB All American Mastertone Tenor Banjo, a faithful reissue of the iconic 1930s Gibson All American model. There is also a cracknin body running from neck joint on (Used) Vintage 1962 Gibson Tenor Banjo Vintage Gibson 4-String Tenor Banjo from 1962. It is open-back, has a 12" rim, 17 frets, planetary tuners, a carved wood arm rest and a rolled brass flat The 5-string banjeaurine was developed by S. This is as decorated as it gets. Brand new · Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo 1922 Cremona Burst. GIBSON MASTERTONE 1966 TB-500 CUSTOM TENOR BANJO 1 OWNER CLEAN CASE CANDY RARE AMAZING! Used – Excellent . 20. Kept in its case its whole life, with not a scratch or ding anywhere to be found. the instrument appears to be in excellent condition. GIBSON MASTERTONE 1966 TB-500 CUSTOM TENOR BANJO 1 OWNER w/manual ORIGINAL RARE! $4,850. $150. TG-25 . Used – Gibson 4 String Tenor Banjo 1930's - SOLD AS-IS - Restoration Project. 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Some instruments get played a lot right way, or get well used over time; some get played briefly then sit in church attics for decades waiting to be discovered again. 1929 Gibson Mastertone TB-3 Banjo - Includes HSC! Used – Fair . Banjo GIBSON RB-250 Mastertone - 1973. 2nd question - I can see it has the four holes in the back for where there was at one point the trap-door resonator. Used - Mint Condition In 1994, Gibson's Centennial year, many instruments have a serial number that begins with "94" for the year, with the remaining 6 digits indicating the ranking number. 3d 18h. This is an unbelievable instrument and truly a piece of history! The Gibson TB-11 is one of the most sought after banjos of the 1930s in today's Prewar Banjo market. The following is a brief description of the changes made during All original 1925 Gibson TB3 tenor banjo with case and additional 19 fret neck. Brand New . #84005, original black hard shell case. 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The next year, a variation of the style 6 with gold-sparkle binding in place of “checkerboard” binding, a flathead tone ring, and a scale length in between that of the tenor banjo and the plectrum banjo was introduced Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo 1930s Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo 1930s Sold out. Sterling Tonk Brothers Tenor Banjo 1925 - Natural. 11" Renaissance head, original (Kalamazoo era) hardware. Gibson’s Jimmie Johnstone, a former vaudeville performer, announced to banjo players that “In a nutshell, boys, it’s in a class by itself. item 3 1925 GIBSON TB-5 DELUXE TENOR BANJO MASTERTONE GOLD HARDWARE ,W/ORIG CASE NICE 1925 GIBSON TB-5 DELUXE TENOR BANJO MASTERTONE GOLD HARDWARE ,W/ORIG CASE NICE. $299. $1,700. Our selection of vintage banjos is currently one of the best and all of Gibson TB-3 Mastertone Model Tenor Banjo (1928), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 9024-89, natural mahogany finish, mahogany rim, neck and resonator; rosewood fingerboard, black tolex hard shell case. Gibson started building banjos in 1918, and in early, the banjo was rapidly evolving with design changes from year to year. Gibson RB-250 Mastertone 5 String Banjo 549 1978. Here in Excellent Condition, this resonator banjo has a gorgeou Left-handed Mastertone™ OT-800: Old Time Tubaphone-Style Banjo with Case The Old Tone OT-800 pays homage to one of the most sought-after banjos of the “classic” period (1890 to 1930) when the Boston School of banjo making was the highest expression of the art. Note: Date ranges listed here are approximate, as the batch numbers were many times used out of sequence. $224. Early 30's Gibson TB 11 Conversion 5 String Banjo w/Ceres Ring! Used – Very Good. Maybell 17-fret Tenor Banjo. Price Drop. 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This is This is a nice 4 string Tenor Banjo by Gibson. Brand New. Rare Vega Model M Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo (1924), ser. The rim is a solid piece of wood 3/4" thick. Van Eps Recording Tenor Banjo 1920s. TB #165. Hollow Brass Tone Ring. Used – Non Functioning. Slingerland Tenor Banjo, 1920's, 17 Fret, 10 3/4" Head, Tone Ring, This is an original 1926 Gibson TB-2 Tenor Banjo, in good condition for its age. Concertone Tenor Banjo Used. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Everything appears fully original, right down to the tubular metal tone-ring, as Late 20s Gibson made Oriole tenor banjo. 45 It was conceived to supply the melody voice in banjo ensembles. Slingerland Maybell tenor banjo 1920s - Birdseye maple. The gibson name has been worn off. Gibson TB-4 Model Tenor Banjo (1924), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 11078A-50, sunburst varnish finish, laminated maple neck and rim, ebony fingerboard, black hard shell case. 1937, made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, sunburst resonator, natural rim, dark mahogany neck finish, mahogany neck, maple rim and resonator, original black hard shell case. No serial number visible on it though. $750. During the prewar Gibson Florentine Custom Tenor Banjo circa 1930 fully restored - with new Tweed HS case. $3,542. Here in Excellent Condition, this resonator banjo has a gorgeou A really great tenor banjo, made during a Golden Age for Gibson! The TB-4 is one of the cool instruments Gibson made that had a "trap door" resonator. 1923 Vega Style M tenor banjo - ca. VEGA VEGAVOX CUSTOM DELUXE FIVE STRING RESONATOR BANJO. Here's a fine "Loar Era" Gibson that won't break the bank! This 1924 TB-4 tenor banjo is a particularly lovely instrument, a rare variation on this model and somewhat Gibson TB-4 Mastertone Model Tenor Banjo (1927), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, natural mahogany finish, laminated maple/mahogany rim and resonator, mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard, original black hard shell case. The rim show barel This is an exceptional powerful open back tenor banjo that is compact and easy to handle, excellent for session playing. 5" head, trap door style resonator, maple neck, unbound ebony fingerboard with dot This is a nice 4 string Tenor Banjo by Gibson. The fretboard is made from rosewood 1925 Gibson Granada Mastertone Tenor Banjo. €1,500. €18,950. factory order numbers). Used - Mint Condition Posted 8/16/2018 8:00:55 PM by timliudahl - Country: United States - State: IL - ZIP: 61455 Last Updated 10/4/2024 11:55:56 PM. This lovely-sounding, smallish tenor banjo was made by Gibson and marketed under the "Oriole" brand in the mid-1920s. 15 ($224. 00 USD - Used - Excellent Condition. , of Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1923. Robinson is said to have won the Santos School of Music tenor banjo competition in Rochester, New York in 1936; he can be seen here performing on this banjo at his home in 2001. $1,400. '30s Gibson TB-1 tenor banjo. Nobody else cares. 05 P&P. The back of its maple resonator is Vintage 1960s Gibson Tenor Banjo Case ‘60s Hard Shell TB Orange Lining. 4 1925 Gibson Granada Mastertone Tenor Banjo. #11078A-50, black hard shell case. 1924 Gibson TB-JR Banjo. TG-1 (1927-40) sunburst finish standard; bridge had extra pin; plectrum version, PG-1 available (1928-38), some PG-1's omit extra pin. The style 2 of the 1930s was, like style 11, a lower-priced model which dressed itself up through the use of a F. Price Drop . 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This is one of the first 28 banjos from the Kaspar Herde Collectio This finely crafted Gibson tenor banjo is in excellent cosmetic and playing shape and ready to go for another 85+ years! 1937, dark stained maple resonator/rim/neck, 11" newer Five Star head, new 1/2" Grover Acousticraft bridge, newer clamshell style tailpiece, cream binding on resonator and neck, rosewood fretboard, arm rest, period correct or original Grover planetary tuners, 1923 Gibson TB-1 Trap-Door Tenor Banjo (Missing trap door back)This instrument is in IMMACULATE condition for it's. Top-Marken, exklusive Angebote und unschlagbare Preise bei eBay. 00 EUR ($1,619. These serial numbers cannot be dated to a specific day of the year. You simply open the door and it changes the projection of the instrument, how cool is that! This one held up really well over time. This is a very rare banjo, a remarkably lovely Gibson creation and a true 1920s period piece. GIBSON BANJO FIVE STRING 1950/60S Gibson first introduced tenor guitars into its line in the late 1920s, and any guitar model was available in a tenor version by special order. It features an 11" rim with a simple brass hoop tone-rin Gibson TB-00 Model Tenor Banjo, c. It also matches other Gibson tenor banjos that I have seen from that period. Free Shipping. or Best Offer. The short 20-1/2" inch scale is very desirable for Irish players and the tone is lovely while being slightly on the darker end of t ONE OWNER GIBSON TB JR This tenor banjo spent it's life in the mountains of Virginia. The Bajo is in excellent overall condition The top was replaced at some point; however, all other pieces are original. Sponsored Sponsored ad. VINTAGE GIBSON TENOR BANJO MONA-STEEL MEDIUM GAUGE STRINGS NOS FROM 70'S. $1,000. If it’s cheap, might be a decent enough tenor banjo. 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Comes with the original hardshell case, hang tags, and the original sales receipt from November 1978!Weighs 9lbs 9ozOriginal hardshell caseMinimal wear on frets/fretboard, plays and sounds Rather than true serial numbers, most prewar Gibson banjos were marked with factory order numbers which were solely intended for in-house use during production and assembly; attempts to date Gibson banjos based on these numbers represent a significant challenge (see Gibson banjo serial numbers vs. Here is a very nice vintage 1968 Gibson Model TB-100 tenor banjo, complete with original hardshell case! As you can see in the many pictures, despite its over half-century age, this banjo is still in excellent condition! There are no issues of any kind with this banjo: the neck is straight, the action is low; the fret wear is minimal; the sound is loud & bright. TG-0. Some instruments get played a lot right way, or Vintage Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 4-string Tenor Banjo with Original Case 1928. $642. 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This all original, vintage Gibson TB-100 Tenor Banjo, made in 1965, is a superb resonator-style banjo in Very Good condition with a lot of life left in it. 1-5/32" nut widt Gibson TB-4 Model Tenor Banjo (1923), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 11861-1, sunburst finish, maple rim, laminated maple neck with ebony fingerboard, original black hard shell case. Epiphone Recording A Both of these oddities reflect the fact that, as Gibson’s highest-priced banjo of the mid-1920s, style 5 Mastertones were slow movers and consequently style 5 components tended to remain at the factory for long periods of time. Brand new · Hello folks, I am new here -- think I might have posted my stuff in the wrong place so I am doing it again (sorry about that!). This entry level tenor banjo is an open-back model at a price that is A nice example of the Gibson style 2 tenor banjo circa. 00 USD - Used - Good Condition **SOLD** 1928 Gibson Style 3 Conv. Gibson Granada Flying Eagle (1995) Used – Very Good. Serial number is 11406-18. The later 1920's Mastertone TB-3 was Gibson's most popular professional tenor banjo, a medium/fancy instrument at an affordable price and a Gibson "Trap door" Gibson tenors are interesting and excellent pieces of gear. Shop Gear. Dublin; Stringed Instruments; €2,100. Whether Gibson TB-JR 4-string tenor banjo, 1920s. Trap Door Resonator unit. Gibson TB-1 1923 - Sunburst. Here's a fine "Loar Era" Gibson that won't Early 1920’s Gibson Mastertone 19 fret tenor banjo with 1970’s made Maya deluxe original pot assembly. Finish Details: Here's a vintage Gibson TB-2 tenor banjo from 1925 with a ton of mojo! Plays and sounds great. A Custom Shop build featuring a combination of Gibson's RB Granada features with Style 6 appointments, all wrapped up in a killer Green finish. Wm. That is the Lloyd Loar designed "tone tube" with all the holes in it. Deering ‘Sierra’ c. Anyhow, we have an older tenor gibson banjo that belonged to my wife's grandfather. This is one of the first 28 banjos from the Kaspar Herde Collectio Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 19 fret tenor banjo with vintage Gibson tenor case. The banjo is in very good shape with no modifications or alterations other then a personalized truss rod cover . This entry level tenor banjo is an open-back model at a price that is 1968 Gibson TB-250 Mastertone Tenor 4 String Banjo Brass Tone Ring Sunburst Finish All Original with Original Hard-Shell Case 910152 . 9405-40 has a beautiful Flamed maple neck and resonator. $649. TG-0 (1927-33) all mahogany, banjo style pegs. including Reverb Bump Learn More. item 2 1925 Gibson TB-0 tenor banjo vintage guitar 1925 Gibson TB-0 tenor banjo vintage guitar. Our selection of vintage banjos is currently one of the best and all of This is an extremely rare Gibson tenor banjo dating from 1922. Used – Poor. 9691-3. Gibson’s original open-back design remained through 1922 as the tenor banjo grew in popularity and Gibson fell farther behind. Gibson Mastertone "Bowtie" 5 String Resonator 1963. Aside from some nicks on the headstock, this one is great looking and solid. 47 It was popular with banjo clubs and orchestras. $600. It is a very clean example of this often converted mastertone tenor A customer of mine was initially looking for a concert banjo uke and after back-and-forthing about what he was sort-of after and sending long lists of eBay and Reverb ads for him to check-out, he grabbed this lovely old, lived-in Gibson TB-Jr (tenor banjo junior model) and had it sent here for sprucing-up. $300 savings . O. Gibson The Gibson BT-1 1920-1929 Tenor Banjo Mahogany. Vintage Gretsch Gibson TB Tenor Banjo Neck Only 21" Scale 1918- 20s. 1978 Gibson RB-250 Mastertone Resonator BanjoThis is a very clean, all original example of a Gibson RB-250. $1,274. GIBSON MASTERTONE 1966 TB-500 CUSTOM TENOR BANJO The evolution of Gibson banjos spanned exactly 20 years. 1924 Gibson tenor banjo in good vintage condition. 1st question is what exact year do you think this is? Stamped serial number is 11213A-22. 2 Circa 1920s - Mahogany. Photos courtesy of Tyler Jackson. The shorter-necked, tenor banjo, with 17 ("short scale") or 19 frets, is also typically played This banjo also features an unusual tone ring in a modified archtop design which is often seen on style banjos from this period. Flat Tops. It's very similar to an entry-level Gibson tenor at the time save that it's plainer. This listing has ended. Gibson TB-100 Banjo This Gibson Mastertone Custom Shop Banjo defies category in just about every sense. Originally $6,995, now Nico Schneider plays "Bei mir bist du schön" on a 1932 Gibson "Trujo" Style A Tenor Banjo. Building, buying, set-up, learning Skip to main content. That’s the reason why many of these Tenor Banjos were converted to 5-s Vintage Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 4-string Tenor Banjo with Original Case 1928. TB #257. Robinson is 42K subscribers in the banjo community. £68. This is in all original condition, in original case with normal wear. Used - Mint Condition Posted 10/5/2024 12:47:54 PM by MMTJGR - Country: Germany Last Updated 10/5/2024 12:48:52 PM. but not a Gibson pot, not a Gibson In 1928 Gibson introduced a new gold-plated, engraved banjo named style 6, one model above the Granada in Gibson’s Mastertone line of professional-quality banjos. It features the original (prewar) tension hoop, flange, armrest, hooks and nuts, and resonator screws. TG-25N. Used - Excellent Condition / Country: United States - State: TN Last Updated 10/26/2024. It's a great time to upgrade your home Used Gibson 1923 TB-1 Trap Door Tenor Banjo in Very Good Condition with Original Hard Case. Original Red-Line Case. 10-1/2 inch rim, double co-ordinator rod, 22 round-point L-shoes, flat hooks, grooved tension hoop, snake-head peghead, no insignia, oval label inside rim Selling 1920s Gibson 4 string Banjo some call it a Tenor or Trapdoor Tremolo or TB 4. Banjos. 00 USD - Used - Very Good Condition. £19. I recently acquired an early Gibson tenor banjo that I am bringing back to life and hope someone can help with a few questions. $625. As far as I can tell everything is original with the exception of course for the new Deering head Gibson Florentine Custom Tenor Banjo circa 1930 fully restored - with new Tweed HS case. 12" Kraske rim. Click on the video below to see and hear this banjo. This instrument is in good condition considering its age. Gold sparkle trim, rather than checkerboard. 14 shipping. $8,000. $3,599. Gibson RB-3 Mastertone Banjo 1926 - Red Mahogany Finish. The rim is 3/4" thick 3 ply maple with a ball bearing tone rim. $145. GIBSON VINTAGE "Rock And Roll" Electric Guitar Light Gauge Strings Set 740L. 1968 150 Pot1969 RB250 Mastertone NeckComes with Really nice Crossrock Banjo CaseNew Stainless Steel Fatboy FretsFingerboard has been leveledNeck has been resetSecond Coordinator Rod has been addedTo I’m with everyone else here on this one. The sheet music in the photos will be included. $31. 00 shipping. Opens in a new window or tab. This is the 1925 Gibson Granada Mastertone Tenor Banjo. Email Newsletter. It's a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at eBay. It is a Four-String Tenor Banjo, Style TB-3, serial #11196A-42A, with a maple hoop, 22 brackets, maple neck with mahogany finish, ebony fingerboard with pearl inlay and 20 frets, tuning machine pegs. $4,227. Gibson GB-6 Guitar Banjo 1918 - fantastic example of a 105 year old 6-string Banjo for the Guitarist in you. $2,795. The worst thin Gibson TB-800 Mastertone Deluxe Model Tenor Banjo, c. HANG TAGS1954 RB-250 Hang Tags (from Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo 1924. - original tuners - original frets in GREAT condition - original calf skin head This instrument has This is an original pre-war 1920s Gibson Style-1 18-fret neck. Originally $1,499, now $1,274. $125. 17 watching. $2,795 . Includes origina SOLD Gibson TB-800 Tenor Banjo Price: $2,100. When purchased from the original owner five years ago, the back co Most all of the Gibson Banjos were available in tenor banjo (TB), plectrum banjo (PB), guitar banjo (GB), mandolin banjo (MB), ukulele banjo (UB), and regular (5-string) banjo (RB) models. The original finish shows lots of playing wear, consistent with a 100-year-old musical instrument. Große Auswahl an Gibson Tenor Banjo entdecken. At the time, players needed a louder banjo to Gibson TB-4 Model Tenor Banjo (1923), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 11861-1, sunburst finish, maple rim, laminated maple neck with ebony fingerboard, original black hard shell case. Some pitting in the fret board in the first position does not effect playing. Gold sparkle trim, Hey guys. Media Media. Missing Armrest. Gibson TB-3 Mastertone Banjo from the late 1920's. Some rims in the earlier years were solid, some were "hollow" -- the Kraske design. On Sale. Fairly rare sub brand of banjo from Gibson that they only did for a few years before using the name for guitars. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Comes with original case and some old strings and head This Gibson TB was made in 1918 and it’s in excellent structural and cosmetic condition. "Fancy" barely does this Pre-War Gibson Made Tenor Banjo Price: $325. Fast & Free shipping on many items! Carbon-Offset Shipping. 80 shipping . 00: 1931 Gibson Studio King Archtop Banjo OPF Original Tenor. It has the greatly desired “one-piece” flange and the tragically yearned-for ultimate rim construction that renders ecstatic the person who wishes to convert this to a five-string banjo by way of having a new 5-stirng neck made for it and installing a first class tone ring. $995. The longtime (and possibly original) owner of #9029-23 was noted tenor banjoist Jim Robinson, whose name is engraved on the armrest. 10 1/2" Rim. Its Cremona Brown Sunburst finish is absolutely lovely w/its laminated maple rim, its laminated Curly maple neck w/an inlaid Ebony fingerboard. $210 savings. 15. As with a good majority of orphaned Gibson necks this particular marriage of the two has worked out very well. Buy It Now +$25. They have a big, round, hollow brass tonering, a 10 1/2" rim, heavy-duty build, coordinator rod construction (and thus easy-peasy action adjustment and increased stability), and of course the famous resonator design on the back while allows for a mellower, warmer-sounding, "closed" position A cult has grown around the post WW-II Gibson "bowtie" banjos, the RB-150 and RB-250. Originally $825, now $625 ($200 savings) $825 Original price. Made for Veda Santos who ran an orchestra called the Santos Melody Makers. The neck is straight, the fretboard in not damaged, nothing on the body is loose or broken. LEFT-HANDED Banjo 5 String Mahogany Open Back Banjo with Resonator Remo Drum He. (Left) A 19 fret tenor banjo. The headstock has the hearts & flowers pearl inlay and geared tuners. It has been professionally restored by Appalachian Bluegrass and sounds amazing. Ivoroid-bound 19-fret rosewood fingerboard with diamond and square inlays and block inlay at the 19th fret. GIBSON MASTERTONE 1966 TB-500 CUSTOM TENOR BANJO 1 OWNER CLEAN CASE CANDY RARE AMAZING! Used – Excellent. $349. Pre-owned · Gibson. 00-350. Looks like Gibson's TB100 model although the tuners seem to have been swapped for a set used on a TB250. 99. Several people I spoke with feel that it's from the mid to late 1960s. Great deals on Gibson Banjos. This 19 fret Aria Pro 2 tenor banjo was very much modelled on the Gibson Mastertone, so the neck profile is exactly the same. It has a single bound maple resonator, one-peice flange, rosewood fingerboard, and Grover tuners. $4,500. Get app Get the Reddit app Log In Log in to Reddit. 8 lbsNeck Wood: Maple Fingerboard Wood: RosewoodHead: Joseph Rogers & Son XXX Hide 11" Case: Vintage chipboard case Features: 2 on a plate open Our collection of prewar Gibson Banjos spans various models, including revered vintage and relatively recent styles, each a testament to Gibson’s commitment to excellence. It needs restoration work to make fully playing. All original 1925 Gibson TB3 tenor banjo with case and additional 19 fret neck. Weymann 4-string orchestra banjo no. While this is a This is a 1935 Gibson TB6 tenor banjo with an extra matching plectrum neck. Gibson Earl Scruggs Model Resonator Banjo (1984) Used – Very Good. $12,500. $450. New string and possibly bridge are needed. The serial number of this TB banjo is This is a 1935 Gibson TB6 tenor banjo with an extra matching plectrum neck. So although not a collectors banjo but more a These include The Celt Tenor Banjo series (17 fret and 19 fret versions available), and the McNeela Premium 5 String Banjo to name a few. 1924 Gibson A4 - 2018 Campanella A-5 - 2007 Brentrup A4C - 1915 Frank Merwin Ashley violin - Huss & Dalton DS - 1923 Gibson A2 black snakehead - '83 Flatiron A5-2 - 1939 Gibson L-00 - 1936 Epiphone Deluxe - 1928 Gibson L-5 - ca. Gibson TB Tenor Banjo Neck Only 21" Scale 1918- 20s. 85 savings. This rare Pre-War tenor banjo is in excellent condition. PREWAR GIBSON BANJO TAILPIECE ENGRAVED GIBSON NO PATENT RARE. 17 frets 13" fretboard 11" skin. From 1966 it was available as a MasterTone model with that tone ring. it is typical of that era, with 10. It has all of the magic the a Prewar Gibson Banjo should have and is a few Selling 1920s Gibson 4 string Banjo some call it a Tenor or Trapdoor Tremolo or TB 4. Ready to be played and enjoyed, this used 2000 RB-250 shows some normal wear, but sounds & plays great. RB-4 #11101A-13, the “Tal Brown” MB-3 #11040A-1. 1933-34 Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo 1933-34 "Flathead" Tenor with double-cut peghead, Flying Eagle inlay, 1-piece flange, figured walnut resonator and neck. Collection in person. Gibson USA 2014 - Mid 2019. Sounds great, with some scratches and chips on the headstock, which was previously repainted after a repair (can still see outline of Gibson logo), and a few scrapes on the face of the instrument. View similar gear. Stewart in 1885 and was touted as "the violin of the banjo orchestra". The popularity of Tenor instruments started to decline in the circa 1930s. This Vintage Gibson tenor banjo is being sold as is for service or repair. Last Updated The presence of 28 hooks and nuts leads me to believe that this is a large rim banjo. 00. Sti Gibson’s 1930 catalog described the TB-2, the highest-priced non-Mastertone tenor banjo offered by the company at the time, as “a real ‘pal’ for the banjo lover”, providing “a snappy, brilliant tone, powerful volume, reliable trueness and a world of ‘good looks’”. Early 20’s | Built in New York. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. The Gibson Mastertone banjo set a standard of excellence among four-string players beginning in the jazz era of the 1920s and has been the definitive banjo for bluegrass music ever since five-string virtuoso Earl Scruggs came to prominence as a member of Bill Monroe’s Blue Grass Boys in the 1940s. This instrument is a 1960's Gibson TB-800, the company's high-end banjo of the perio This antique TB-1 tenor banjo made by Gibson is a Century old but in phenomenal playing condition! It was made between 1922 and 1924 and features the “The Gibson” headstock inlay from Gibson’s pre-war era. This 1930 Gibson Banjo started its life as a tenor banjo as was recently converted with a brand new neck made by Tim Davis specifically for this banjo. Gibson TB-4 Mastertone 5-String Conversion Banjo 1934. Clearly it cannot be a 60's Gibson banjo with that description. $625 savings. Listed:3 years ago. Vintage Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 4-string Tenor Banjo with Original Case 1928. Original hardshell case. $3,500. Gibson TB-4 Mastertone 5-String 1978 Gibson TB250 19 fret Tenor Banjo with Gibson Lifetime Warranty SN 70888054. National Museum of American History Gibson Tenor Banjo, used by Frances Chenoweth Smithsonian American Art Museum Self-Portrait with Banjo National Museum of American History Fairbanks Five-String Banjo Plus, the term "pre-war" sound only applies to describing banjos in comparison to Gibson-type banjos; and guitars compared to the Martin D-28 dreadnaught guitars; and mandolins compared to Gibson F-style(especially the L. This is a 1928 Florentine original tenor in very good condition. O. Original Grover Presto Tailpiece. The previous owner kept it in great condition and since it has lived in studio and been serviced to play. At 50 years old, it has definitely seen some playing time and while it has some wear, it's a great player. This is basically a blonde version of Gibson made Oriole 1925 Gibson Tenor Banjo. 1919-1924. Index: 10661 Maker: Lyon & Healy Year: Vintage Gibson TB-3 Mastertone 4-string Tenor Banjo with Original Case 1928. 40-Hole Arch Top Tone Ring. Used – Good. Originally $599, now $299 ($300 savings) $599 Original price. Early models used for melodic picking typically had 17 frets on the neck and a These include The Celt Tenor Banjo series (17 fret and 19 fret versions available), and the McNeela Premium 5 String Banjo to name a few. Action is low, and easy to play. more. Availability Report Fakes and Scams Gibson Fan-Use License Program Serial Number FAQ Online Store Policies & FAQ Promotional Terms and Tenor Banjos All banjos sold as shown with calf vellum or plastic head fitted, except as detailed in description – please check if unsure. $3,125. $4,000. This has an 11” wide pot. Lyon & Healy | Tenor Banjo. A subreddit for discussion of bluegrass, old-time, and tenor banjo. This is a right hand tenor banjo converted to left hand. 0 bids. $4,200. You can tell a lot by noting the actual ship-dates where they are available. It's hard to imagine a cleaner sixties Gibson anything! Beautiful bright finish (red sunburst like a B-25), some finish checking, hardly any scratches and you have to look closely to 1920s Gibson Tenor Banjo TB-2 USA with CASE RARE. We also have available a collection of vintage banjos and refurbished banjos for any eager collectors looking to purchase a top-grade banjo with some historical flair. $4,850. S/N 11158A-5. Gold Tone Mastertone™ OB Gibson TB-18 Model Tenor Banjo (1937), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 392-2, sunburst lacquer finish, maple rim and resonator, maple neck with rosewood fingerboard, original black hard shell case. $439 '30s Gibson TB-1 tenor banjo. More details » 1925 Gibson The TB-11 was one of Gibson’s highest level non-Mastertone tenor banjos. 85 savings) $1,499 Original price. $4,900 savings. The This is a really cool & quite fancy 1923 Gibson TB-5 Tenor Banjo “Trap Door” top of the line model made in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Considered by many as the "Holy Grail" of Bluegrass banjos, Gibson Mastertone's are Integral to the history of Bluegrass music. 33 watching. Used - Mint Condition / Country: United States - State: IL. One of the few 1918 TB's with a wood neck dowel AND a metal coordinator rod. Vintage Gibson TB00 4-String Tenor Banjo 19-frets, 23-lugs. There is some rust & pitting on the metal hardware throughout the This Vintage Epiphone Recording "B" tenor banjo is considered to be the gold standard for this era. Such is the case with this Gibson banjo, which was recently unearthed after apparently resting unused since before WWII. Originally $12,900, now $8,000 ($4,900 savings) $12,900 Original price. 00 . Brand new · Gibson. In 1923, they introduced the high-end Style 5 to solidify the company's identity as a premier banjo maker. $200 savings . The fretbo Super clean '60s Gibons TB-100 tenor banjo in near pristine condition. Serial: #9098-10 Condition: VG-EXC Case: orig hsc Price: $2595. 46 It was an open back 5-string banjo with a short neck tuned a fourth higher than the regular banjo. Unfortunately for now and for a variety of reasons (including the devastating 2010 Nashville flood), Gibson has stopped producing banjos with no announced plans to Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo 1930s Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo 1930s Sold out. 14-Day Return Policy. 1968, made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, cherry sunburst finish, laminated maple rim and resonator, maple neck, ebony fingerboard, original black hard shell case. Tenor Banjos for Sale . $14. This model '30s Gibson TB-1 tenor banjo. $1,499. Jetzt einkaufen mit schnellem Versand und unkomplizierten Our complete list of Gibson banjos for sale, both new and used! Up for sale today is my 1930’s Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo. It's a 20 Fret Banjo with an open back. News . I'm really not sure what year it is. Originally $6,975, now $6,500 ($475 savings) $6,975 Original price. Used - Very Good Condition Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo 1924. Overall just a great little banjo! I have a 1927 gibson oriole tenor banjo- I identified it from the serial number carved into the rim. Open menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. This item is in good condition and appears to be original. 60. Buy It Now +$5. Offers:2. This is a site for essay, information, and cataloging known style 100, 150, 250, and 500 Gibson banjos. Dark stained resonator with ivoroid binding, dark stained maple 3 ply 3/4" thick Gibson rim, circular brass tone ring, flat plate flange with 'lozenge-hole' cut outs, dark stained maple neck with ivoroid binding, 18 fret ebony fingerboard with pearl dot markers, inlayed 'The Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo (1924), ser. Langstyle Banjo uke :travel tenor banjo Vintage 1960s Gibson Tenor Banjo Case ‘60s Hard Shell TB Orange Lining. Step into a world where melody and comfort meet in a collection of left-hand banjos. 1920s Gibson Tenor Banjo TB-2 USA with CASE RARE. Precision-crafted and designed for ease of use, each banjo invites left-handed musicians to explore their creativity in the rich tones of a well-crafted, quality banjo. This is This 1926 Gibson TB-3 Tenor Banjo is absolutely stunning and great shape for a 93 year old instrument! FEATURES Mahogany stained maple neck and ivoroid-bound resonator. Beautiful sunburst tenor with original bound Honduras This Gibson Mastertone Custom Shop Banjo defies category in just about every sense. Recently restored and set up for Irish tuning (GDAE) by our senior luthier. In order to provide the most accurate information for this listing we asked Joe Spann from Gruhn Guitars in Nashville help evaluate this instrument Gibson TB-4 Tenor Banjo (1924), ser. Such is the Gibson TB-3 Tenor Banjo (Pre-Owned) Used – Very Good. 10. 2 concentric rings on on the resonator, some binding repair, but all-original, with some light wear and patina. PB-1 #11055A-48, the “Frank Gray” Gibson TB-4 Used Gibson 1923 TB-1 Trap Door Tenor Banjo in Very Good Condition with Original Hard CaseSerial Number: 11161A-14Trap Door Resonator unitHollow Brass Tone Ring10 1/2" RimCoordinator Rod Construction19" Scale LengthAll Original The Gibson Granada "Flying Eagles" Mastertone Five String banjo is coveted for mythical status as much as it's warm, rich and deep tone quality. It does have wear, so please refer to the photos. Used – Excellent . This instrument is a 1960's Gibson TB-800, the company's high-end banjo of the period and a In on consignment is this great 1930 Gibson Mastertone TB-3 tenor Banjo. Vintage Gibson Oriole Tenor Banjo. Originally $1,200, now $990 ($210 savings) $1,200 Original price. Sublte, restrained, understated, unadorned, plain - these are not words to be used to describe the USA in the late 1920's, or this vintage instrument. 00 Read More. Please see below for specification. The neck, headstock, body, and fretboard are all in excellent condition. PG-1. Used – Excellent. 00 USD. 00 +$50. $999. $600 savings. Vintage 1964 Gibson RB-175 Long Neck 5 String Banjo 1928 Gibson Style 5 Conversion w/Video. The company started with nothing in 1918, the year the TB (for Tenor Banjo) appeared. 00 recently. gibson mastertone 5 string banjo. There is a little finish flaking on one side of Modified 1925-1926 Gibson TB-3 Tenor Banjo. Jetzt einkaufen mit schnellem Versand und unkomplizierten Rückgaben. It’s been sensitively restored and is ready to be the rhythm voice in your classic jazz band or to be the star of any Irish jam session. classic, gibson, trap door style banjo, model tb-1, likely made in 1923. 00: Stromberg Deluxe Tenor Banjo circa 1930 $4475. HSC. Gibson TB-100 Banjo 60's Vintage Sunburst. The shorter-necked, tenor banjo, with 17 ("short scale") or 19 frets, is also typically played with a plectrum. 9 days; North County, Co. This is one of the nicest TB-5s we’ve ever had. $2,000. 6% . Watchers:8. Gibson Mastertone TB 3 1927 No Hole Conversion Bluegrass Resonator banjo with Gibson Factory RB 800 neck. 1890s Fairbanks Senator Banjo - ca. 00. A few were available in a half-breed plectrum/tenor (PT) whose string scale was halfway between plectrum and tenor. The Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo was a popular instrument, used in Jazz and Banjo orchestras. Originally $4,850, now $4,250 ($600 savings) $4,850 Original price. $10,000 . 1926 featuring the second lozenge-hole flange style. $12,000. There are some dings & scratches & finish checking. Some finish wear, and a replaced modern head. The tailpiece is a Grover "first model", and the tuners are Grovers held on by two screws. Used - Fair Condition / Country: United States - State: KY. Save £ 26. It became a popular instrument after about 1910. and I feel confident I am right, they This is a really cool & quite fancy 1923 Gibson TB-5 Tenor Banjo “Trap Door” top of the line model made in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This instrument has an arch top and two piece flange which was common for this model at the time. The neck is a custom built 20" scale tenor, very well done, with Gibson and 6-pointed star inlays. psawk mosfk vpjbe rztu kqhhs vako yaeuzkm utsgir hgucww hqhvu