I got this from a posting saying that the letter immediately following the model A - V designates the year starting with A = 1958 and so on, but I have no definitive proof of this. Made in 1980s, Features Geared Planetary Tuners, Arch-top, MOP Headstock Fretboard Inlays, Mahogany neck and resonater. 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I was unable to add your email address to the email list. Email Privacy Policy Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. The sales receipt describes it as a 229T, the model tag , still tied to the case labels it as a 229T and the ID label on the back of the peg head lists the model as 229T along with the serial number. Free shipping for many products! This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. The head has been tuned,the bridge is set with correct intonation, the strings have been replaced (JD Crowe strings are on there now) and the action has been set. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Alvarez (5) All rights reserved. Kay (2) Click below to begin your paid subscription. The resonator and neck also look good. The 5th string tuner has been upgraded to a sealed geared tuner for ease of use and consistent string tension. Frank Neat (1) Morgan Monroe (1) Plays really fast and is ready to sing! EST. The only non original part is the 5th string tuner which we added. WE HAVE MORE PROFESSIONAL GRADE PRE OWNED 5 STRING BANJOS FOR SALE THAN ANY STORE ON EARTH, CLICK HERE to check out my selection of Vintage Japanese Banjos for Sale, CLICK HERE to check out my selection of Banjos for Sale, CLICK HERE for more info on Geoff Hohwalds Banjo Camps. Hey! Yours is one of the better ones but not top-of-the-line. Iida 5 string Banjo with Hard Shell Case and New Levys banjo strap. in pictures. Really a great banjo for the price! The bridge has been replaced with hand made barn wood three-foot option. Up to an additional 30% off shop-wideEnjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and moreShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. It's got a. SOLD. Articles, Best Supporting Object: Rare And Valuable Movie Props, Walt Disney Studios Celebrates 100 Years of Happy Cartoons. in the hard to reach areas. Vintage Iida Model 227 5-string Archtop Resonator Banjo. Buyer pays return shipping and original shipping amount will be deducted from refund. There is a 12% buyer's premium added at checkout plus tax, unless a valid resale form is on file. 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. Pictures would help. Lot # : 11 - IIDA Banjo Est. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Collector's Corner ), Iida tenor banjo. 8, August 1958, The American Cinematographer, Vol. CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. Jeff Menzies (1) Fairbanks-Vega (3) Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. I mentioned the neck has been repaired and there are two visible repairs. Other Banjo-Related Topics Wildwood (3) If you want to pickup your items you must do it by 5pm the following Wednesday. All items are sold AS IS without warranty. Paramount (4) 1978 Iida Banjo Family Picnic Classic Car Mom Guitar Magazine Photo Print Ad. They are very well built banjos . Edited by - caligula on 01/19/2011 15:08:35, asmcsgac - Posted-01/18/2011: 14:55:52, See if this helpshawthorne.fastie.com/asianbanjalogs.htm, Klondike Waldo - Posted-01/19/2011: 08:47:48. United States, SC, 29576 Aria (3) You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/168980, Sine-Wave360 - Posted-01/23/2010: 15:50:53, Hey Folk,I'm new to your list. Check out Banjo Warehouse for all sorts of interesting New, Used and Vintage Banjos for Sale! Gold Star (7) MADE IN USA. 1958. Morgan Monroe (1) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisici elit, sed eiusmod tempor incidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Gold Tone (38) This has been inspected and set up at the Banjo Warehouse in Atlanta Georgia. If you look at that catalog, though, please notice there are discrepancies between the models pictured and their descriptions. ***** ANY MERCHANDISE NOT TAKEN ON AUCTION NIGHT, MUST BE PICKED UP BY 4:00 PM WEDNESDAY AFTER THE SALE. If you aren't completely satisfied with you instrument, return it for a full refund. Iida 5 string banjo Est. 40, No. There are snowflakes for position markers on the fretboard. It has an arch top and is not the bottlecap style banjo. Helix (3) Flinthill (2) All Forums Excellent Con. Thanks for looking. proof of this. ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Still wearing the 1985 strings that came with it. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. This has a Washburn hardshell case which is a good case. 2006 Gibson JD Crowe Blackjack 5 string Banjo. You have not registered for this auction. (sold), banjo for sale: Iida 229, in great shape, with case, $325 (expired), Iida Model 237 - Made in Japan - SOLD (expired), 1970s Iida 240 Maple Banjo**SOLD PENDING ACCEPTANCE** (expired), Vintage Iida MASTERCLONE 5 string Banjo - Includes Hardshell Case (expired), Sale Pending: 1972 Iida Model 227 Archtop Banjo - Made in Japan (sold), Iida Model 237 5 String Resonator Banjo 1970's. DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. White Mountain (1) Ad Status: Sold, #69110, viewed 5252 times. 1958. Am not sure of the protocol. Yates (10) Frank Neat (1) For example, some of the aluminum rim models described as having 24 brackets have 30 in the picture. Every instrument comes with a 7-day money back guarantee. 20170324_155510. The frets themselves look good showing grooving in the first 5 or 6 frets and then light scuffs afterwards. There is some oxidation on the tailpiece but the hardware looks really good. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Gibson (84) Give me a second and I'll try to move it for you. There is no checkered decoration on the front edge of the resonator.The tuning machines are the most massive "I" ever saw. Gold Star (7) Buy with confidence. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) Richelieu (1) (some photos), Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. Ome (8) All items must be paid before leaving on auction night, unless it is an absentee bid. Our experts are ready to take your call. Posted By: starspace6 free in the Phoenix Metro area and up to 150 miles for $30. There are also some mild chips on the back of the headstock (see pic). 1958, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. Every instrument is carefully set up and inspected prior to being shipped. I asked.New strings on order.In the 76 Hawthorne catalog there is no match.The resonator has the 4 screws like the 230, but its an archtop like the 229. . Bacon (6) 425 Fairbanks-Vega (3) Excellent Con. FREE USA SHIPPING. The instrument The first few frets show a hint of wear but thats it. I've used it for 35 years playing it for family, friends, and on stage professionally. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin 1970's Iida Mahogany Plectrum Banjo, Serial Number #226P . Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 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. Fairbanks (4) Iida Est. Information submitted to us is only available to employees managing this information for purposes of contacting you or sending you emails based on your request for information and to contracted service providers for purposes of providing services relating to our communications with you. If you continue, we will assume that you agree to, http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/168980, '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'. I purchased the Iida 5-String Banjo in 1974. The neck plays really well! Sellers with highest buyer ratings; Returns, money back; Ships in a business day with tracking; Learn More Top Rated Plus. This is a good looking banjo and the case is also in good shape. Wildwood (3) 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. Hatfield (2) EST. We have created this email privacy policy to demonstrate our firm commitment to your privacy and the protection of your information. Dont really matter either.For me, it's a well made quality banjo.Seems to always be singing, pick me up and play me.Later, g, Edited by - Sine-Wave360 on 01/25/2010 04:40:30. MY conclusion given the wrong descriptions on that page is that the catalog has errors or that model numbers were not consistent from year to year. Currency: Anyone know how much it is worth. All Forums Sealed. Excellent Con. Iida-07. The rim is aluminum with an incorporated tone ring that provides an archtop for great volume without extreme weight. Step 1: Check Email Address (Every account must use a unique email address). The only markings are Iida, in nice pearl. The 49 Classic [], 4318 S. Chestatee St. This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. '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.
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