VINTAGE 1965** GIBSON MASTERTONE RB 250
FLAT TOP , BOW TIE CLASSIC
50 YEAR OLD BLUEGRASS BANJO
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$ 2 , 5 0 0
A *** B E S T *** VALUE *** B U Y
LINK to YOU TUBE to HEAR the POWERFUL , SIGNATURE SOUND
PRODUCED by THIS C L A S S I C M A S T E R T O N E :
youtu.be/Qgn_0WHB49A
GIBSON S E R I A L # 3 4 0 9 2 9
** certification letter from GIBSON, KALAMAZOO in case
EXCELLENT CONDITION --MASTERFULLY SET UP
READY TO PLAY --
includes hard shell case in very good condition
****** Ideal tone, volume, and projection. *****
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CHROME plated ORIGINAL metal components :
>>>>> 20 hole flat top bell bronze tone ring>>>>> 1 piece die cast flange>>>>> brass tension hoop , arm rest , and tailpiece
->>>>> MAPLE rim with MAHOGANY neck and resonator>>>>> Brazilian ROSEWOOD fingerboard" Functional condition is excellent . Truss rod set - neck is straight ; string height right -- no buzz .
Cosmetic condition very good and in keeping with its age -- 50 ! SEE PHOTOS
This banjo has been well played. Frets are original and have been dressed and work very well. "
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JUST SET UP by SKILLED LUTHIER / / EXPERT BANJO PLAYER
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NEW:
WAVERLY TUNERS & 5 STAR 5th STRING PEG
(original KLUSON tuners in case)
WEATHER KING HEAD .
SULLIVAN roasted MAPLE BRIDGE .
5th STRING SPIKES at 7th,8th,9th, 10th frets .
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I owned since 1981 ; spent most of last 35 years in case
~~~IN PRISTINE CONDITION & READY TO PLAY :
COMMENTS BY MASTER LUTHIER/PLAYER ON HIS METICULOUS SETUP:
" IT's about as perfect as any banjo that I've played !••••• Intonation EXCELLENT and well-balanced up and down the neck"•••••
TECHNICAL SPECs on SETUP :
•••Head tension 91 on Drum Dial•••String action "extra easy" -- just under 7/64" at 12th fret (Gibson's spec)••• Sullivan Bridge -- 2.2 grams for optimum focus, clarity, and note attack with new medium strings•••Neck is tight and coordinator rod is neutral with no load whatsoever on the rim
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AN EXPERT PLAYER & BANJO AFICIONADO will immediately recognize and fully appreciate the superb CONDITION , SETUP , and stirring SOUND of this fine Mastertone.
Thanks for your interest in this vintage classic -- Earl and Don Reno made this model famous and highly sought after BLUEGRASS CLASSIC --
For more detailed information e-mail owner REPLY TO AD at TOP RIGHT ON THIS AD to arrange phone call.
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For Sale: GIBSON MASTERTONE 1965 flat top , bow tie CLASSIC BLUEGRASS BANJO-$2, 5 0 0 - $2,500 USD
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For Sale: 2003 Huber Lancaster - $2,500 USD
***SOLD PENDING FUNDS***
For your consideration is a 2003 Huber Lancaster Mahogany banjo. This banjo features a Charlie Cushman setup and speed neck. Sale includes Huber strap and original hard shell case. Tone ring is the Huber ring from that era, not the true tone.
When I bought this banjo from Royce here on the hangout the resonator had a crack in it. I have since bought a matching replacement from Huber. I find myself not playing much these days so it is time to pass this one to someone that will appreciate it. Pictures say it all but if you have any questions please PM me and I will reply promptly.
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For Sale or Trade: Deering Goodtime 2 - $450 USD
I have a Deering Goodtime 2 banjo that is in excellent condition and includes a hardshell case. It is intonated properly and set to Deering factory specs. This banjo plays and sounds great and is in pretty close to new condition. No issues or surprises with this one. I bought it because I just couldn't pass up a nice banjo! But I rarely play it as I'm more into acoustic guitar and ukes these days. I might consider a trade for a small body acoustic guitar or a nice tenor uke. Sale price is $450 with free shipping to the contiguous U.S. Thanks for looking!
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Want to Buy: Bluestem strings mountain banjo unfinished but playable
Would appreciate the person who bought the unfinished mountain banjo to please contact me I'll make it worth your while thank you t his was the ad. banjohangout.org/classified/58246 315 281 3672
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For Sale: FS: 1925 Vega Senator - $1,300 USD
Structurally, this is essentially all-original except for its having newer planetary geared tuners. I bought it from Leo Coulson at Intermountain Guitar and Banjo, and he knows banjos. The serial number (see photo) is #63541, which I believe dates it to 1925. It is mahogany, its pot is about 10 3/4" and its scale is 26". I have a 27" scale Regent, and this is noticeably shorter. The case is older but not original, as the photo shows; there are no issues with its latches, etc.
I like these simple old Vegas, but I prefer the maple on my Regents. There are no issues with this banjo.
Thanks for looking.
Steve
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For Sale: 1978 Stelling "Golden Cross" - $3,500 USD
Here'a vintage Stelling "Golden Cross" in superb condition. After 38 years this banjo is still beautiful. The gold plating has a few worn spots here and there especially on the arm rest. The finish has a little checking at the handstop. This banjo has fifth string spikes and is ready to go with a fresh set-up from Benny Boling at Huber banjos. Gold plated Schaller D-Tuners are factory installed. The "Golden Cross" has changed over the years and this one has the Stelling "sound" all the way. Comes with Stelling leather strap and original hard shell case. Don't hesitate to ask questions.
Youtube sample: youtube.com/watch?v=hv7o5kiuTew
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For Sale: 2007 Huber Lancaster for Sale - $2,900 USD
2007 Huber Lancaster for sale. Pre-Truetone, but beautiful sound. Serial number 507-62. This instrument has inspired at least two professional/semi-professional banjo players to "Go Huber." It provided me years of pleasure, but due to arthritic fingers, can no longer play, so I want this professional-grade instrument in the hands of someone who can play it as it was intended. Some wear to arm rest, otherwise normal wear and tear. This banjo's sound has aged wonderfully. Has been serviced by Mike Munford. Would like to get $2900.00, with hardshell case included, but will consider all serious offers.
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For Sale or Trade: Deering Tenbrooks Legacy w/Kruger Ring - $4,500 USD
2006 Deering Tenbrooks "Legacy" Model; this is the mahogany version of the Tenbrooks group. Also has the Famous "Jens Kruger" Tone Ring.
This banjo is truly a closet queen. Originally purchase in 2006 by a man that lived close to the Deering manufacturing facility, he purchased this banjo with the intent of learning to play.
After a short struggle, the banjo went to the closet only to come out for sale just a few months ago. This is a Strong bluegrass banjo and the Kruger tonering really makes it RING!!
5th String Spikes at 7th & 9th Frets.
Trades Considered: Greg Rich era & pre war Gibsons.
Comes with original Deering Hardcase, will add picture later.
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For Sale: For Sale: 1928 Gibson Granada 5-String Conversion - $8,000 USD
Conversion done by Frank Neat. Gold plate is in very good condition with some tarnish. All original except 1 tuner, 5th string tuner, and possibly 2 thumbscrews. Newer tuners aged properly. Resonator has some buckle rash but not bad. Serial# 9193-13 on pot and resonator. Includes original tenor neck in very good condition. Normal play wear with scratches. 1960's Gibson banjo case in very good condition.
This is a solid, great sounding stock banjo. Please ask for more information. No trades please. $8000 OBO
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For Sale: Bart Reiter Special - Hold - $950 USD
2014 Model per Bart’s web site
As close to mint as it gets. The only changes are
1. The pearloid tuner buttons have been replaced with black buttons that appear to be ebony. Original buttons will be included if you want.
2. The head has been replaced with a Weatherking head. Original Fiberskin head will be included if you want it.
3. .656 Moon bridge upgrade over the stock bridge
4. Arched top bump HSC in near mint condition
Currently set up with GHS PF150 Light Gauge strings. Nice low action with no buzzes.
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For Sale or Trade: Rare 2006 Deering Calico Archtop Banjo - $3,200 USD
This is a 2006 Calico Archtop banjo which I bought new less than 6 mths. ago. It is rare in that it had to be special ordered since only flat tops are sold by Deering. I have not seen another archtop calico on any website . It has plenty of volumn and pop . Strong fourth string and 1st string pops . Beautiful honey maple with ebony fingerboard, mother of pearl inlays , 3 ply maple violin grade rim and resonator ,Coral purfling , Ivoroid binding. . Has a Kershner Golden Gate tailpiece and Snuffy Smith bridge , spikes 7,8,9,10 and heavy frosted Remo weather king head .
Will trade for comparable Gibson prewar or Gibson Standard( extra cash if needed) . This is an excellent banjo . Comes with an archtop Deering case. Reasonable offers will be accepted.
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For Sale: Recording King RK R25 Madison Maple 5 String Banjo with Case - $575 USD
Recording King RK R25 Maple 5 string resonator banjo in new (mint) condition. Includes a soft sided hard case with lots of pockets, Moon bridge, commerative Earl
Scruggs Truss Rod Cover, phosphor bronze strings. No dings or scratches, set up and ready to play. Shown with Schaller D-tuners (not included) but will sell for an
additional $ 70.
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For Sale: Gibson mastertone banjo 70s Traded on another forum -please close - $1,650 USD
New lower price ! 1976 or so Gibson mastertone 5 string banjo for sale. This banjo is in very good condition. It plays and sounds great, but has some scratches etc from being played over the years, but overall is in very nice condition. It has Keith tuners on the 2nd and 3rd string and rr spikes on 7th and 9th frets. The Gibson case is functional but has scruffs and is not great, but useable. I had this banjo set up and inspected by a great guitar/banjo tech in Tempe Az and he thought it was a great banjo. If you need more pictures let me know. I am trying to be as honest as possible on this banjo...I am not a banjo expert by any means. Thanks for looking and let me know if you have questions or request more pictures.
I could demo this banjo on skype if you are interested...this would give you a good chance to see it "live" so to speak and ask questions and hear it in person.
I am only selling this banjo to finance another Gretsch guitar. Ship only to lower 48 and buyer to pay actual shipping. Pay pal accepted or check or money order...if paid by check must clear bank before shipping. Thanks. I should add that I am negotiable on the price, I am not desperate, but very interested in moving this banjo, so send me an offer I cant refuse ! :)
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For Sale: Nice 1930s Style 11 Prewar Gibson Banjo For Sale - $2,900 USD
1930s Gibson prewar TB style 11with duplicate 5 string neck, all original pot and uncut rim with exception of a couple of hooks and nuts, tailpiece bracket and a 2 pc 50s-60s armrest. Original would have been a 1 pc armrest.
Resonator is in very good shape for its age and has no pull up on mother of toilet seat.
This one is the rarer green color as well and really beautiful.
This banjo came from the late “Harry West” several years ago and the gentleman that sold this to me has had it for many years as well.
The duplicate 5 string neck was probably made by Tom Morgan as I remember Tom telling me once that he made several necks for Harry over the years.
When I set it up today I found out that the head was busted so I replaced the head and put on a Sullivan roasted maple bridge and this baby will peel paint!
The neck builder used the original Grover 2 tab tuners along with the matching Grover friction 5th tuner.
Rim is round within a few thousands and very tight with no delaminations at all.
Banjo comes with Access hard-shell case seen in pics.
The rim does not have a Gibson sticker nor serial number but it is most definitely the original rim to the banjo.
Prewar flange has just slight pull up right at either side of neck but not bad at all.
I have seen more than one style 11 that did not have a sticker……most did but a few got out without one.
If this banjo doesn’t sell in a week or so I may consider parting it out but would really hate to have to do this.
This is a great player banjo and you will be surprised how good it sounds without the rim being cut for a tone ring.
Thanks for looking!
Don Bryant NC banjo luthier
SOUND BYTE ADDED OF STYLE 11
banjohangout.org/topic/318602
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For Sale or Trade: 2014 Huber Berkshire Truetone (near mint) - $3,500 USD
Near mint 2014 Huber Berkshire Truetone - I described it as excellent condition to be conservative, but it is close to being new - no dings, no "buckle rash', etc.;
No excuses - just a great banjo; craftsmanship is outstanding - tone is awesome. Why am I selling? - Cause I'm crazy. lol No, seriously, I am just interested in
trying something different. I would like to sale outright, but might trade for a Yates or Gibson (in similar condition). Comes with warranty card (not filled out)
an older TKL case that shows some wear, but is structurally sound (this is the case it was in when I got it). It does have the Engineered rim and HR-30 ring.
Sorry for the reflections in the photos. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks
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For Sale: Vintage Mystic,Lyon and Healy, Open Back 5 String Banjo - $515 USD
The Mystic, most likely was made by Lyon & Healy, c. 1899, in Chicago. Lyon & Healy sold many lines of banjos, and the "Mystic" line was in the middle quality-wise. This banjo sold for about $17 in 1897, and it is a fine playing banjo with a spunover rim, real ebony fingerboard and peghead veneer, a mahogany neck, and extremely nice, tasteful pearl inlays.
A nice player with the perfect sound for frailing, clawhammer, and other old-time styles, it appears unaltered with a hand written note on the back side of the head, September 1901
Moderate wear overall but well preserved for over 100 years old. An attractive old open back 5-string, in generally excellent condition is a treasure.
Features:(All dimensions are approximate inch measurements)
Overall length is 35 1/4.
Diameter of head: 11
Depth of rim, measured at side: 2 1/4.
Scale length is 25 1/2.
spunover metal banded wood ring with included tone ring.
24 original tension hooks and nuts
Ebony fingerboard, minimal wear on this and frets, 7 pearl inlays, plus
2 inlays on peg head.
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For Sale: Gold Tone BT 2000 Banjitar (factory blem) - $749 USD
Up for sale: Gold Tone BT 2000 Banjitar. This is a factory blem listed on the box as dents on inner rim-filled in. This unit has been setup at Gold Tone. The blem is so minor it will not show in a photo. 6 month factory warranty is standard. Mapp price on this Banjitar is 921.75, save big for small flaw.
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For Sale: 1980's Gold Star GF100FE(SOLD) - $1,500 USD
This is a wonderful 1980's vintage Gold Star GF100FE banjo. The wood and metal are in excellent condition as is the original Superior hard shell blue-lined case. This banjo has a mahogany neck with flying eagle inlay, mahogany resonator with two concentric rings, 3-ply maple rim, cast OPF, 20-hole brass tone ring, and Snuffy Smith bridge. All parts are original except the tailpiece (broken one in the case), bridge, and maybe the head. This banjo is another great example of a 80's vintage Gold Star. Banjo sounds awesome as well.
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For Sale or Trade: 1926 Gibson TB1 (TB-1)(SOLD) - $825 USD
Here is a 1926 Gibson TB-1 tenor banjo that is in good solid condition. It has normal wear for a played instrument of this vintage. It has the diamond flange, fat maple rim, maple neck with dot inlays, Page tuners, maple resonator with some scratches on the back, and original resonator lugs, brackets, shoes, hooks and nuts. This would be a nice tenor or conversion candidate. Look at the photos and if you have any questions give me a shout.
Thanks
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For Sale: For Sale: Deering Eagle II Tenor Banjo - $1500 USD - $1,500 USD
For sale is a recent Deering Eagle II 19-fret tenor banjo in excellent condition with the original case.
Here’s the description from Deering’s website:
Our newest and most affordable professional grade 4-string banjo. The Eagle II banjo is a whole new breed of banjo. It features the ground breaking, patent pending Twenty-Ten Tone Ring which is a completely original Deering design that is unlike any other traditional tone ring. It produces a high quality sound that is versatile for many styles of playing. While the sound is uniquely Eagle, it represents a refinement in the quality of banjo tone, something that allows the player to soar to new heights. It is perfect for the player who wants a professional quality banjo that he can use for playing many styles of music.
I’ve got it set up in Chicago tuning. It is perfect for jazz or Irish style playing. It’s loud, so I’ve got some rags inside. It has a Remo Renaissance head, but I’ll include the original smooth top head. These sell for $2300 new. Asking $1500
Here are links to a couple of videos that feature this model:
youtu.be/3tjIU-s-DmQyoutu.be/J3L68mS8p6U
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