Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Did the EST 1958 come before or after 1976?The banjo has a straight neck, very close action, and a great sound.Whew, nuff said.Any info would be greatly appreciated.Thanks in advance, Glitch, Edited by - Ronnie on 01/23/2010 22:06:17. Aria (3) Helix (3) ANYTHING HERE ON THURSDAY MORNING WILL BE CHARGED A $5.00 PER LOT/PER DAY STORAGE FEE. Condition: This 5-string closed back banjo looks and sounds fantastic! That would be one from the 70s. Step 1: Check Email Address (Every account must use a unique email address). Flag item for content or copyright Similar Items Circa 1979 Iida 5-String Banjo, No Serial Number Iida 5 String Banjo Model 227 With Original Case 1972 With Extra Strings The neck is absolutely functional and this is set up well. 1, January 1946, The American Cinematographer, Vol. $6399 FREE USA SHIPPING Early 1990s Gibson Earl Scruggs 49 Classic PROTOTYPE 5 string Banjo ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Description This banjo is the prototype for the Earl Scruggs 49 Classic. This is a nice touch. Yours is one of the better ones but not top-of-the-line. Harmony (2) Valuation Reports for Used IIDA Banjo Products. Iida-06. The shell is one piece and the flange and tone ring are simply cast on. As best I've been able to tell the instrument was made in 1970. The rest look untouched. The pot is an Arch-top that appears to be cast from aluminum.It has the double bulls-eye rings on the back of the resonator. Other Banjo-Related Topics There are a few light surface and button scratches on the resonator but nothing serious and its minor. Enoch (3) gift to me in 1985 and shortly thereafter I tore up my left wrist in a Sale Pending: 1972 Iida Model 227 Archtop Banjo - Made in Japan (sold) Used - Very Good Condition / Country: United States - State: WA. Read all about it at:https://jakewildwood.blogspot.com/2018/03/1970s-iida-style-penco-resonator-5.html Iida banjo and i want to know which model/year it is. The 229T in the catalog has a 30 bracket . Washburn (2) For example, some of the aluminum rim models described as having 24 brackets have 30 in the picture. MADE IN USA. 8, August 1959, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Iida 5 string Banjo with Hard Shell Case and New Levys banjo strap. Vega (19) By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Free shipping to the United States on orders of $500 or more. We will never share, sell, or rent individual personal information with anyone without your advance permission or unless ordered by a court of law. 1958 with Case. Deering (20) Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Bishline (4) The strings are new Huber Truetone. Welcome aboard!You got your name in the hat, at least. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. 'Drip, Drip, Die - A Nosebleed Inspired Banjo Tune' 59 min, '12" maple banjo, Zach Hoyt #256--sold pending payment' 1 hr, 'Favor for a friend - 1930ish Supertone' 1 hr, 'Pristine Lowden f-50 with master grade walnut/Sitka spruce and beveled armrest' 3 hrs, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. ***** ANY MERCHANDISE NOT TAKEN ON SALE NIGHT, MUST BE PICKED UP BY WEDNESDAY AFTER THE SALE. There is no checkered decoration on the front edge of the resonator.The tuning machines are the most massive "I" ever saw. Really a great banjo for the price! Buy with confidence. This is a solid $399 banjo that Im sure will find a good use in some musicians home. This is actually an incredible banjo at $399 and this is absolutely functional and set up. Mine (229T), c. 1978, has an ID Plate on the back of the headstock with model and serial #s. caligula - Posted-01/19/2011: 14:58:22. i will get some pics on here, thanks for the tip! Iida made guitars before they first made banjos. 1958, that feels like it was stamped and painted, very neatly. This particular model is not for beginners but at the same time its not a high end instrument. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 5, No. Description. ), Iida tenor banjo. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Top Rated Plus. Vintage Iida Model 227 5-string Archtop Resonator Banjo. This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. Iida 5 String Banjo Est. If you look at that catalog, though, please notice there are discrepancies between the models pictured and their descriptions. This has [], Early 1990s Gibson Earl Scruggs 49 Classic PROTOTYPE 5 string Banjo, Early 1990s Gibson Earl Scruggs 49 Classic PROTOTYPE 5 string Banjo. Frank Neat (1) Custom Made (1) Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. 1958 with Case. 40, No. Circa 1979 Iida 5-String Banjo, No Serial Number, Iida 5 String Banjo Model 227 With Original Case 1972 With Extra Strings, 1970s Iida 229 Natural 5-String Banjo #229-M00126, Beautiful Iida 5 String Banjo From The Custom Shop, Iida 5 String Banjo PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION, The American Cinematographer, Vol. FREE USA SHIPPING. Huber (7) Auction Terms & Conditions All items are sold AS IS without warranty. 404-372-5482. 3, March 1959, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Since we set these up before we ship this could also be used as a beginner banjo. Bacon & Day (8) This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. I mentioned the neck has been repaired and there are two visible repairs. 30, No. 11, November 1949, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Soprano Mahogany Ukulele, Style 2M, Nazareth PA, Vintage Art Glass Paperweight Signed Bart Zimmerman Dated 1987 Yellow Gr, 4.5" Turtle Glass Millefiori Paperweight Art Glass Figurine Turtle Lover, Amazing EICKHOLT PAPERWEIGHT:Gold/magenta Iridescent, Multi Bubble, 3.25, Vintage Blown Glass Apricot Color Vase Bottle 12 X 6 Bulbous, Hokitika Glass Studio N.Z. Flinthill (2) CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. I also have a picture that shows the neck heel got some sort of repair. Please call or send us a note using the form to the right to schedule an appointment. Harmony (2) Excellent Con. If you continue, we will assume that you agree to, http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/197033, hawthorne.fastie.com/asianbanjalogs.htm, 'Drip, Drip, Die - A Nosebleed Inspired Banjo Tune', '12" maple banjo, Zach Hoyt #256--sold pending payment', 'Pristine Lowden f-50 with master grade walnut/Sitka spruce and beveled armrest'. It could use a good cleaning for dust The 229T in the catalog has a 30 bracket integral flange "Bottlecap" rim. camera, so for now I have no pics.First I am NOT trying to find out what its worth, To me its worth what I paid. The banjo features a heavy mahogany resonator, steel ring, and an adjustable tension neck. Thank you Rubia Cambone - Posted - 08/04/2009: 13:00:19 Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Prucha (4) Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Prucha (4) Please check the fields highlighted in red. Auction Information Name: April 25, 2015: Auctioneer: Moody/Wells Auctioneers LLC: Type: Internet Absentee Bidding: Date(s) 4/25/2015: Location: 109 W. Main St Mesquite, TX 75149: Buyer Premium: A 12% buyers premium is added to bids: This is an AWESOME instrument for the money, if you can find one.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Joe-Music-100591881414206Check Out Music At https://soun. Every instrument comes with a 7-day money back guarantee. We are only 5 minutes from the Atlanta airport. Excellent Con. It is an Iida banjo. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Fender (8) 8, August 1958, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Opens in a new window or tab. Everything pictured is ready to be professionally packed and shipped. Weymann (2) OK, it looks like a lower end model, maybe a 227. It has an arch top and is not the bottlecap style banjo. Iida-05. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. There is a 12% buyer's premium added at checkout plus tax, unless a valid resale form is on file. Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Jeff Menzies (1) Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members' research needs. Pictures would help. This is definitely a good banjo to have because at this price it has some great use value. Sine-Wave360 - Posted-01/24/2010: 03:47:34, Hello Ronnie, Moving the original post to the proper forum is greatly appreciated.I placed the post where I thought it might fit.Many thanks, Glitch, stanger - Posted-01/24/2010: 07:37:53, Hi, glitchThe "est. It was a Christmas (some photos), Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. Gold Star (7) 22, No. Other than that, she's in perfect condition. designates the year starting with A = 1958 and so on, but I have no definitive While almost a Masterclone (Mastertone "clone") this Iida 5-string from the early to mid 70s is aesthetically a little different. IIDA Banjo Est. 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