Much rarer and harder to find than the Gibson Earl Scruggs Standard, the Gibson 49 Classic (fewer than 400 made) was patterned after Earl Scruggs’ original prewar Granada. In 1950, Scruggs sent that banjo to Gibson for fret work and other updates—and it came back with the distinctive bowtie inlay pattern featured on this Earl Scruggs 49 Classic.
It absolutely has “the sound.”
Beautiful tiger maple neck, stunning sunburst on resonator, Kulesh tone ring, and the kind of power and tone you only get from a truly great Mastertone.
A stunning, rare banjo with all the right pedigree.
Excellent+ Condition!
Original Hardshell Case Included!
This is a rare and collectible 1996 Stelling Alan Munde Model Staghorn, one of only 10 ever made — and this is the final one in the run (#10 of 10). Built by Geoff Stelling during the mid-’90s, this model honors legendary banjoist Alan Munde, whose signature appears beautifully inlaid at the 17th fret. One Owner!
This Huber VRB 3 Banjo was manufactured in Nashville and has the same features if you bought a new one today from Steve: an engineered rim, a Huber HR-30 tone ring, and a mahogany neck and resonator. The Huber VRBs sound closer to a Gibson prewar banjo than anything else on the market today. Huber banjos are on backorder because of a tornado that hit their factory over the summer. Fortunately, they are back in business, but it may be a while before you can get a new Huber VRB 3 from the factory.
Recent setup; plays and sounds exactly as it should!
Here's your chance to own a really amazing used Nechville Banjo at a slightly lower price, with a warranty!
This banjo is in excellent condition, and features a beautiful figured maple neck and resonator. The Diamond Wing inlay design is "eye-popping" with the ivory binding on the neck.
Gibson RB-250 (FON 250-02-15) – Introduced in the 1950s, the RB-250 has long been Gibson’s “workhorse” Mastertone model, prized for its reliability and classic bluegrass sound. This example features a speed neck, three-ply maple rim, bound mahogany resonator, bound mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard, one-piece flange with flathead tone ring, and nickel-plated hardware. Recently given a fresh setup with a Cockrum roasted maple bridge, it plays effortlessly and delivers the strong, balanced tone these banjos are known for.
Number 8-07-19, built in 2019, this beautiful Frank Neat banjo captures the classic Gibson RB-3 look and tone. Crafted with impeccable attention to detail, it features Frank Neat’s renowned speed neck for exceptional comfort and playability. Outfitted with Keith tuners and a striking flying eagle inlay, this banjo has just received a fresh setup and delivers the rich, powerful sound you’d expect from a top-tier Neat instrument.
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!
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