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2002 Gibson RB4, Walnut
Style 4 from Gibson! Here’s an RB4 from 2002 that’s well preserved and ready for action. Walnut neck and resonator with nickel hardware, MOP position markers, 26 3/8” scale, and original hardshell Gibson case. Comes with railroad spikes and original tuners, weighing in around 12.5lbs, and trimmed out in tasteful ambered Ivoroid at the resonator and neck.
Other keywords: bluegrass, al petteway, fingerpicking, r-b4, rb-4, rb 4, 4-0202-5
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.375 in Nut Width 1.25 in String Spacing 1.69 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Walnut Add to Compare1962 Gibson RB-250 Mastertone Mahogany/Fiber Head
This Gibson is formal enough you could wear it around your neck for a banquet–or at least the bowtie inlays across the fretboard. It’s the real deal, all-original and playing like a professional: a 1962 Gibson RB-250 Mastertone. Other than the addition of a few railroad spikes, this Banjo remains untouched, and only bears light evidence of play wear on its head and frets. In case you were wondering, yes–this Gibson is fearsomely loud! But the setup feels so lovely it’s easy to miss the fact that you’re playing with the volume at 11.
We really can’t say enough good things about this Mastertone, except to marvel at its condition and soak up all the vigorous, juicy tone of this RB-250.
Add to CompareGibson Earl Scruggs Mastertone 5-String Banjo Maple Resonator
Introduced in 1984, the Earl Scruggs Standard replicates Earl’s personal Granada model. Although Earl’s instrument originally had gold-plated hardware, the plating has long ago worn off, so the Standard features nickel-plated hardware to look just like Earl’s. This one is like new, lovingly cared for by it’s original owner. It even come with the resonator pad that’s been protecting it.
Add to Compare1975 Henderson Banjo #5
We’re already very familiar with Wayne Henderson’s flattops—and we love them dearly. We’ve been fortunate enough to have seen a great number pass through our hands, but until today we’ve never seen what Wayne can do with a Bluegrass Banjo. This Mastertone-inspired wonder was built all the way back in 1975 with gold etched hardware, Maple resonator, and tight flamed Maple neck. This is #5 of only 19 banjos that Wayne has built to date, each unique, and this is one of only two with “Henderson” inlaid at the headstock. Long scale setup at 27” and 1 3/16” nut; a hefty 10lbs 13oz; broken in and opened up tone.
We put this one through its paces with our own Al Petteway here: https://youtu.be/fwCtqRJPdCI
Other keywords: w.c. henderson, fingerpicking, mop, tone ring, planetary
SOLD Read moreScale Length 27 in Nut Width 1.19 in String Spacing 1.75 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Maple Add to CompareNew Hickler Old Time Walnut & Maple/Skin
This is a Hickler Old Time Banjo with a multiple piece tone ring crafted from Walnut & Maple. It features a Flamed Maple neck and Ebony fingerboard adorned with vintage style fret markers. There is a sliding capo installed, a well intonated bridge and the fretboard is scalloped for clawhammer. It’s a great custom made Banjo for any player in the old time tradition.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.25 in Nut Width 1.28 in String Spacing 1.59 in Woods Skin, Walnut & Maple Add to Compare2012 Huber Sammy Shellor Signature, Mahogany
The Sammy Shellor Signature from Huber Banjos is powerful, quick, and expressive. Mahogany resonator and neck in the prewar style, plus a HR30 tone ring; fleur-de-lis position markers; under 12 pounds soaking wet. This example comes from 2012 and features nickel hardware and a frosted head.
Other keywords: billy presnell, bluegrass, 1211-64
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.25 in Nut Width 1.219 in String Spacing 1.688 in Woods Frosted Banjo Head, Mahogany Add to CompareRomero Blue Grass 5-String Banjo J. Romero’s Personal Banjo Santos Mahogany/Huber Ring
This is a one-of-a-kind Romero Bluegrass 5 String Banjo that was Jason Romero’s personal banjo. Jason is an amazing banjo picker as well as a prominent builder. From head to toe this one is completely custom. Santos Mahogany is the tonewood selected for it’s wonderful resonance. The rim is made of submerged Maple blocks and the tone ring is a Huber Flathead.
To that Jason Romero added premium Madagascar Rosewood for the Fingerboard, Headplate and Backplate. Each of those surfaces are lovingly inlaid with custom Abalone and M.O.P. designs. Ebony bindings add beautiful contrast and frame the true beauty of this wonderful banjo. The very best attribute however is the tone, strong and proud, but somehow more full and pleasing than most traditional banjos. That is the magic that has made Romero Banjos so highly sought after.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.14 in Nut Width 1.38 in String Spacing 1.75 in Woods Mahogany - Santos, Mahogany - Santos Add to Compare2008 Romero Banjo Cherry Rim/Honduran Tone Ring Goatskin Head
This Romero 11″ open back banjo truly has the Old Time sound. It’s mellow and round not at all harsh. It plays with ease and is absolutely gorgeous with it’s solid wood construction and lovely appointments. The fingerboard is adorned with a custom evening sky inlay of white mother-of-pearl and silver. and the L-shoes are Star shaped continuing the theme. The natural goatskin head adds to the vintage look and planetary gears make it easy to tune.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.5 in Nut Width 1.38 in String Spacing 1.75 in Woods xx, Rosewood - Honduran Add to CompareNew Jenkins Gitjo Koa/Other
The Gitjo was made to offer guitarists a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from superb Koa and Maple with a lovely Diamond pattern ring. The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
Note: Video is representative and not necessarily the exact instrument offered at this time. The Lame Horse Gitjo is of a consistently high build quality and tone and so we don’t record every one that we receive. Photographs, however, are specific to this individual instrument!
Add to Compare2010 Jenkins Gitjo Bubinga & Negre Fiberskyn Head
The Gitjo was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from superbly figured Bubinga and Maple with a lovely Diamond pattern ring. The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
Add to CompareNew Jenkins Gitjo Koa/Maple
The Lamehorse Gitjo, by Jeremy Jenkins, was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from superbly figured Sapelle and Maple with a lovely Diamond pattern ring. The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
Add to CompareNew Jenkins Gitjo Koa/Maple
The Lame Horse Gitjo from Chris and Jeremy Jenkins was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from superbly figured Koa and Maple with a lovely pattern. The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
Add to CompareNew Jenkins Gitjo Bubinga/Fiber Skin
The Gitjo was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo by Jeremy Jenkins is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from multiple pieces of Maple and Bubinga with a lovely pattern. The 7 piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Bubinga Add to CompareNew Jenkins Gitjo Bubinga & Maple
The Gitjo was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from multiple pieces of Maple and Bubinga with a lovely pattern. The 7 piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Bubinga Add to Compare2010 Jenkins Gitjo Elite Bubinga & Mesquite/Elite Skin
The Gitjo was made to offer guitarist a chance to make that banjo twang. The six string banjo is not a new concept, however this Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves. The tone ring is crafted from superbly figured Bubinga and Mesquite with a lovely Diamond pattern ring. The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods xx, Maple/Bubinga Rim