iida banjo 1958

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. Made in 1980s, Features Geared Planetary Tuners, Arch-top, MOP Headstock Fretboard Inlays, Mahogany neck and resonater. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. Sometimes it is mistaken as an Aida banjo or Jida banjo. PRICE REDUCED Vintage late 70's Iida Model 240 5 string banjo and original deluxe hard shell case. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members' research needs. All items must be paid before leaving on auction night, unless it is an absentee bid. ANYTHING HERE ON THURSDAY MORNING WILL BE CHARGED A $5.00 PER LOT/PER DAY STORAGE FEE. Still wearing the 1985 strings that came with it. Every instrument comes with a 7-day money back guarantee. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. Statements made the day of the sale supercede all printed material. Recording King (17) 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. 1958. Includes Hardshell Case. Stand about 1/2" off the headstock, Oval shaped abt 1/2 " x 3/4".The 5th peg is not geared.The drum head has no markings.The previous owner got it from a pawn shop in 1985. Iida-07. Let me know if you have any questions! Please check the fields highlighted in red. Other Banjo-Related Topics 1958 with Case. Mine is a tenor, from 1978 is a 229T (The original sales receipt was in the case when I bought it used). The 5th string tuners on these old Japanese Banjos often stop working so its important that they have a geared 5th string tuner. The rim is aluminum with an incorporated tone ring that provides an archtop for great volume without extreme weight. Nate Calkins (4) Gibson (84) The resonator and neck also look good. in pictures. Up for sale is a nice, (circa 1970s? Mine is a tenor, from 1978 is a 229T (The original sales receipt was in the case when I bought it used). Fairbanks (4) YOUR HELP WITH THIS MATTER IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. Jun 22, 2022 0 Dislike Jake Wildwood 1.75K subscribers Here's a customer's 1970 Aoyama (like Iida or Alvarez made in Japan) 5-string resonator banjo in the bluegrass style. If you received a mailing from us, (a) your email address is either listed with us as someone who has expressly shared this address for the purpose of receiving information in the future ("opt-in"), or (b) you have registered or purchased or otherwise have an existing relationship with us. Make/Model: Iida 5-String Banjo Scale Length: 26.5" Nut Width: 1 3/16" Weight: 9.6 lbs Finish Color: Natural Neck Wood: Mahogany Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood Case: Includes Hardshell Case Features: 22 Frets, Mother of Pearl Inlays, Bound Body and Neck, Mahogany Resonator Condition: This 5-string closed back banjo looks and sounds fantastic! Rickard (1) The hard case is in excellent condition. CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. There are a few light surface and button scratches on the resonator but nothing serious and its minor. Excellent Con. Your instrument is ready to play as soon as it arrives. Bacon (6) Wildwood (3) Gibson Parts (2) All rights reserved. MADE IN USA. United States, SC, 29576 The 229T in the catalog has a 30 bracket integral flange "Bottlecap" rim. Washburn (2) Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright 2023 Banjo Hangout. I also have a picture that shows the neck heel got some sort of repair. 1970s Iida 5 String Banjo. But those are there and are the most serious issues. We respect your time and attention by controlling the frequency of our mailings. While almost a Masterclone (Mastertone "clone") this Iida 5-string from the early to mid 70s is aesthetically a little different. --------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Includes Hardshell Case. 35, No. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisici elit, sed eiusmod tempor incidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Bishline (4) Jerry Wells TX Lic. The fret decoration starts out as almost square 6 sided pearl that stay 6 sided but turns into a 6 sided rectangular shape as they progress down the neck.. The case has some separation of cloth only on both sides as shown Aria (3) Up for sale is a nice, (circa 1970s? Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. Stelling (15) This is definitely a good banjo to have because at this price it has some great use value. Zachary Hoyt (8), Search Agent: Get notified when new ads meet your criteria! Zachary Hoyt (8). 7, July 1941, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Step 1: Check Email Address (Every account must use a unique email address). This item is sold As-Described Excellent Con. 8, August 1958, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Huber (7) 2, May 1924, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Yours is one of the better ones but not top-of-the-line. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. There are snowflakes for position markers on the fretboard. Very Clean V Neck Gibson JD Crowe Blackjack with Clean Copper Flashing and Original Gibson Hardshell Case. DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. I can't seem to find a model or serial number for it though. The only markings are Iida, in nice pearl. This particular model is not for beginners but at the same time its not a high end instrument. They got seriously into the banjo market in the mid-70's.I hope you spend hundreds of happy hours playing it!Congrats on your purchase, and welcome to the Hangout!regards,stanger, Sine-Wave360 - Posted-01/25/2010: 04:39:36, Hey stanger,Thanks for the reply, and words of encouragement.Looks like it weighs in between 77 and 85.The years not that important.Japan, Korea? Ibanez (1) Last Updated 4/16/2021. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. ), Iida tenor banjo. I believe the Iida model numbers may not have been consistent through the years. 1926 Gibson Ball Bearing TB3 5 string conversion Banjo, 1926 Gibson Ball Bearing TB3 5 string conversion Banjo. I will deliver for Huber (7) It has some Gibson-type features including a two piece flange, dual coordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard, and bowtie inlays. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin We have added one. There is no checkered decoration on the front edge of the resonator.The tuning machines are the most massive "I" ever saw. This has been inspected and set up at the Banjo Warehouse in Atlanta Georgia. Gibson (84) Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Learn More. Prucha (4) 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. I live in a spanish country (Costa Rica) there are not alot of Banjos down here except maybe on the Caribbean side. 27, No. One is between the 5th string nut and the body and there is a picture. ***** They made a wide range of banjos. It is an Iida banjo. One minor scratch on the back which is shown in one of the photos. We are only 5 minutes from the Atlanta airport. I was unable to add your email address to the email list. Switzerland, Ome (8) Custom Made (1) Deering (20) Richelieu (1) Gibson Parts (2) Your bid must adhere to the bid increment schedule. Fairbanks (4) Enjoy weekend savings on Fender, Gretsch, and more. It has some Gibson-type features including a two piece flange, dual coordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard, and bowtie inlays. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin $10.39. 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Other than that, she's in perfect condition. Slingerland (1) Have a question about this instrument? 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. Jerry Wells TX Lic. VINTAGE Iida 5 string Banjo. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. It is a great banjo for the price! Top Rated Plus. 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'. Bids are taken from this website and bid on during the live auction against people in attendance. Really a great banjo for the price! 20170324_155510. Fairbanks-Vega (3) CLICK HERE to check out the best Online Banjo Lessons Available Today!!! 10891 Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation 1-512-463-2906. 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 has an arch top and is not the bottlecap style banjo. Richelieu (1) The instrument Plays really fast and is ready to sing! FB-440: IIDA: Banjo: 1979 - 1989: Description: 239 5-STRING TENOR or PLECTRUM: IIDA I purchased the Iida 5-String Banjo in 1974. Welcome aboard!You got your name in the hat, at least. defimeshun is close, but it's actually a model 230. Bacon & Day (8) Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Beautiful Vintage Banjo that is looking for the perfect owners. Wildwood (3) The 229T in the catalog has a 30 bracket . 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. White Mountain (1) 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. This also can be adjusted. OUR STORAGE AREA IS VERY VALUABLE TO US AND WE DO NOT HAVE SPACE TO STORE ITEMS THAT HAVE BEEN PURCHASED. Weymann (2) Paramount (4) If my question is off topic I apologize in advance.I recently picked up an Iida banjo. The first few frets show a hint of wear but thats it. 2023 BanjoBarn.com. 22, No. any help would be greatly appreciated! proof of this. 8, August 1949, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Ad Status: Sold, #69110, viewed 5252 times. Kay (2) Iida set the stage for the emergence of Japanese banjos in the 1970's. This banjo is in excellent condition and has a great tone! Gold Star (7) Enoch (3) Read all about it at:https://jakewildwood.blogspot.com/2018/03/1970s-iida-style-penco-resonator-5.html designates the year starting with A = 1958 and so on, but I have no definitive Aria (3) Iida 5 string banjo, Model 231-MO 4328. Hatfield (2) 3, March 1959, The American Cinematographer, Vol. All sales are final and no refunds will be issued. Clean and All Original 1994 Gibson RB3 Banjo. $4499 FREE USA SHIPPING 1926 Gibson Ball Bearing TB3 5 string conversion Banjo ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Description This is a Ball Bearing TB3 from 1926 which has been converted to a 5 string. Includes Washburn Hardshell Case. This has nickel hardware otherwise which is all original. 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. 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Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1970s Iida 5 String Bluegrass Banjo at the best online prices at eBay! The shell is one piece and the flange and tone ring are simply cast on. '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. Epiphone (4) The tailpiece is Waverly-style (like Gibson used in the 50's and 60's) and nickel plated. Gold Tone (38) Hopkins (1) 425 View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Slingerland (1) Yates (10) VINTAGE Iida 5 string Banjo MADE IN JAPAN. All Rights Reserved. There is also some rope binding on the top lip of the resonator which is another nice touch. Free shipping for many products! I've had it for years (bought in 1986) and want to know what it is worth. Iida (pronounced EE-da) Custom made Mastertone 19 fret tenor banjo. in the hard to reach areas. This is a good looking banjo and the case is also in good shape. This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. 12, December 1954, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Entertainment By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Ramsey (3) This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. EST. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Iida made guitars before they first made banjos. Since we set these up before we ship this could also be used as a beginner banjo. ARCHIVED TOPIC: how do i identify Iida model? Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750, If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Any absentee bidders will be notified on Monday of any items they won at that time shipping will be arranged and will be paid for at the expense of the purchaser. If you look at that catalog, though, please notice there are discrepancies between the models pictured and their descriptions. Yates (10) 11, November 1949, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Get pickin' today! In the case of a tie bid, precedence is given to the earliest bid. Opens in a new window or tab. IIDA Banjo Est. (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. It was a Christmas At some point in the past the tuning pegs were replaced but the holes were professionally filled in as you can see from the photo. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. Frank Neat (1) Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Includes Washburn Hardshell Case. The fretboard is definitely clean with overall clean frets. ***** Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. It looks, sounds, and plays great. Beautiful vintage Ibanez (1) His newalbum Banjo Kafaan, scheduled onMarch 3rd 2023,is a surprising gem far from his usual sounds: a clever mix of Afro, r&b and dancehall tinged with blues and even salsa. Collector's Corner Kiwi Bird Paperweight 3 1/4" Tall, Vintage M Hohner Marine Band Harmonica (Key Of C) Made In Germany Model, Young & Constantin Signed & Numbered Controlled Bubble Handblown 14" Gla. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Oops, looks like you forgot something.