1988 Gibson Granada. "Greg Rich Era". FON 8812-184. This is a one owner instrument with original hardshell case, receipt of purchase, and documentation from Gibson. These are the Holy Grail banjos of modern Gibson instruments, and this one is in excellent shape. Notice the one "nick" on the back of the neck, otherwise this instrument is in excellent + condition with virtually no fret wear.
Fresh setup, this one sounds and plays EXACTLY like it should!
This c. 1980 Ibanez Artist Banjo is a fine example of a professional-grade maple banjo. As part of Ibanez’s top-tier Artist Series, it was built as the company’s answer to the Gibson Mastertone.
Features include a fiddle-cut peghead with ebony veneer, pearl wreath inlays, original bone nut, and a 13-ply maple rim. The three-piece maple neck is paired with a Gabon ebony fingerboard featuring mother-of-pearl inlays and an engraved “Artist” block at the 22nd fret. Antique-style cream binding with ebony-maple marquetry accents decorates both the neck and resonator. The resonator back displays attractive birdseye maple figure and concentric cream-black-cream purfling.
The banjo is equipped with a pre-war style 20-hole flathead tone ring, tube-and-plate flange, original chrome-plated hardware, and the original Ibanez 4-hump tailpiece. A high-quality, well-appointed banjo offering excellent value.
The Wildwood Paragon 5-string banjo was a high end instrument, introduced in the mid 1970s and produced on order until the builder Mark Platin retired in 2018.
This example likely dates to 1988, with a Walnut neck and resonator. Given its age, it was built at Arcata, California; Wildwood moved to Bend, Oregon around 2007. 20 hole tone ring, 1 piece flange, block rim; a great playing and sounding bluegrass instrument!
This fine instrument is in overall good condition and has recently been set up!
Sold with original hard shell case, warranty card, and original receipt; one owner.
This 2004 Deering Maple Blossom is made from eastern curly maple with a dark walnut stain. Ebony fingerboard is adorned with floral mother of pearl inlays. Deering's -06- bronze tone ring, 3-ply violin grade maple rim, and one-piece zinc flange create a bright, crisp and clear tone, Every note pops out with precision and power. Extra feature - the fingerboard is slightly arched to fit the curve of your hand, creating a left hand surface that many players find more comfortable.
One owner, with recent setup! Plays and sounds exactly as it should!
Serial Number A-125839. This exceptional one-owner banjo is a fine example of Boston craftsmanship from Vega, representing a wonderful piece of classic American banjo history. Built in Boston, Massachusetts, this instrument retains its original hardware and comes housed in its original Lifton case — a desirable detail for collectors and vintage enthusiasts alike. The tuners have been tastefully upgraded to high-quality Gotoh tuners for improved stability and smooth performance. It has also received a professional fresh setup and is fitted with a Cockrum Studios bridge, allowing it to perform at its full tonal potential. Specifications include: 3-piece maple neck Maple resonator Ebony fingerboard The result is an instrument that delivers the tone, projection, and responsiveness you would expect — articulate, balanced, and powerful. Whether for stage, studio, or collection, this Vega stands as a superb example of the era.
Late 1960's RB800 with Faulkner Tone Ring and Original Kluson Tuners. This Gold / Maple Banjo plays and sounds exactly as it should with a fresh setup! There appears to be an aftermarket Gibson Reproduction label inside the rim.
This Custom Ome Banjo was made in Boulder, Colorado in 2013. It features beautiful figured maple neck and resonator. Red-amber coloring that really sets off the figure on the resonator and neck. Maple 3-ply rim. No-hole Archtop tone ring. Ebony peghead veneer has OME Pearl logo inlaid at top, and Pearl and Abalone“Floral” inlay in center. Pearl and abalone inlays in Ebony fingerboard. Beautiful amber buttons. This banjo has a fresh setup and is in like new condition. Plays and sounds exactly as it should.
Here's a great opportunity to purchase a Used Nechville Geo banjo with a full-weight tone ring delivering big, focused bluegrass tone and excellent projection — equally at home on stage or in the studio. This played-in instrument features a comfortable mahogany neck with a flat fingerboard and dot inlays, plus a mahogany resonator that adds warmth and presence. Recently given a professional setup, it plays with low, even action and clean intonation; plays and sounds exactly as it should!
Beautiful banjo assembled by Sam Berlin, a well respected neck maker in Ohio. This banjo is a nice lightweight banjo with some chrome plated metal components and Presto Tailpiece. The pot assembly is a bit of mismatched parts that are well put together for a nice sounding instrument. Recently setup with comfortable action - sounds and plays great!
The Athena is light and elegant. Its Timber-Tronic tone ring sounds brilliant and reduces the total weight by nearly twenty five percent. While the wood ring is standard, Nechville Pro Bronze and Hybrid tone rings are also possible. The neck width is 1.22” at the nut, just a hair narrower than most Nechvilles.
This used instrument comes with warranty and is in EXCELLENT condition!
The Sierra is Deering’s most popular professional-grade banjo, and it’s easy to understand why once you play one. It features Deering’s complete “tone package,” including a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim, their -06- 20-hole bell bronze tone ring, and a cast zinc resonator flange. Together, these components produce the powerful, clear tone bluegrass players look for.
The fretboard showcases inlays designed by Greg Deering, inspired by the ornate banjos built in Boston during the early 20th century. The main differences between the Sierra and Deering’s more expensive models are cosmetic. The Sierra has a satin finish and an unbound neck—features that require less time and labor than the gloss finishes and binding found on higher-end models.
If you’re looking for a well-built banjo with strong, authentic bluegrass tone, the Sierra delivers all the essential ingredients!
Looking for a great-sounding banjo without breaking the bank? This one is definitely worth a look.
It showcases excellent craftsmanship throughout, with high-quality metal components and a neck from an unknown maker that feels and plays beautifully. Visually, it’s a standout—featuring a classic wreath inlay set into an ebony fretboard, complemented by elegant wood marquetry binding.
It’s equipped with Five-Star tuners, a mahogany neck and resonator, and a no-hole flathead tone ring that delivers a rich, powerful tone. The rim includes a prewar Gibson-style reproduction label, and the previous owner added what appears to be a reproduction prewar Gibson factory order number.
Beyond its striking appearance, this banjo truly shines where it matters most—it plays effortlessly and sounds fantastic.
Nechville Banjos celebrates Tom Nechville’s thirtieth year as a banjo builder with a special limited edition anniversary banjo, called the “XXX’. Only limited to 30 banjos, this is one of last one’s available and we just received it.
Nechville’s shop staff, led by master craftsman Jeremiah Lindstrom, pulled out all the stops in working with Tom on the design of this limited edition. Custom inlay, EVO frets, Smoke Chrome hardware, amber tuners and a Graph Tech Black Tusq nut are just a few of the special features rolled into this very special banjo.
Tom Nechville says “We are shooting for unprecedented fullness and warm character of tone with lots of dynamic potential. Thirty AAAA curly maple neck blanks were hand picked for shaping into sleek and comfortable phantom style necks. … Only thirty XXX banjos will be built, and they will be a unique design.”
Don’t miss your chance to get this rare and limited XXX banjo. Contact us now before it’s gone!
Factory Order Number: 00200165. This all original Gibson RB2509 is in great shape and features its original hardware with a fresh setup! This one plays and sounds exactly as it should and has the really nice Mahogany PUNCH tone! See photos and video.
This is a wonderful Gibson Reproduction Style 6 Gold Sparkle / Argentine Grey made by an unknown maker! It features some Gibson parts including a Prewar Gibson (Grover) tailpiece. There is a Reproduction label and FON stamped into the rim as well. If you're looking for a great sounding and looking banjo at a reasonable price, this is definitely one to consider. See photos and video.
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