10891 Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation 1-512-463-2906. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Buy with confidence. I'd still figure yours was a 225 or 227. Posted By: starspace6 Get the best price for instruments you no longer want or need. This is a Powerful Banjo with a lot of Bark that is a very attractive and well playing instrument. All sales are final and no refunds will be issued. Iida 5 string banjo Est. Beautiful vintage Iida 5 string banjo, Model 231-MO 4328. Bacon (6) MADE IN USA. None in the catalog 76 catalog say EST 1958. Ramsey (3) Really a great banjo for the price! Weymann (2) Oops, looks like you forgot something. 1958, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. One minor scratch on the back which is shown in one of the photos. Mine is a tenor, from 1978 is a 229T (The original sales receipt was in the case when I bought it used). Budget Banjo - Iida 223 Banjo Review - YouTube Ad Status: Sold, #69110, viewed 5252 times. Buyer pays for shipping. '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. Stelling (15) All items are sold AS IS without warranty. 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Bishline (4) Free shipping for many products! The two-tab sealed planetary tuners are in excellent shape. This is not an internet only auction, but a place to leave absentee bids for our live auction. Yours is one of the better ones but not top-of-the-line. ANYTHING HERE ON THURSDAY MORNING WILL BE CHARGED A $5.00 PER LOT/PER DAY STORAGE FEE (NO JOKE) IF THE ITEMS ARE NOT PICKED UP BY THE NEXT AUCTION DATE WE WILL LOT THE ITEMS INTO THAT AUCTION AT FULL COMMISSION . Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. If you want to pickup your items you must do it by 5pm the following Wednesday. There is some oxidation on the tailpiece but the hardware looks really good. United States, SC, 29576 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. . 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'. Get pickin' today! Recording King (17) Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Gold Tone (38) The neck and resonator are made out of mahogany and the fretboard is rosewood. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequat. Please call or send us a note using the form to the right to schedule an appointment. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Pisgah (1) 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. Harmony (2) There is no checkered decoration on the front edge of the resonator.The tuning machines are the most massive "I" ever saw. Nate Calkins (4) You have not registered for this auction. Slingerland (1) 1958. Iida (pronounced EE-da) Custom made Mastertone 19 fret tenor banjo. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Includes Hardshell Case. I've had it for years (bought in 1986) and want to know what it is worth. The original head is still in place and in great shape. SS Stewart (3) Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members' research needs. Excellent Con. estimate for USPS shipping and update this listing. 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. Iida Banjos from Jim Casey's Vermont Guitars Oops, looks like you forgot something. 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! $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. The first few frets show a hint of wear but thats it. Iida Est. 1958 1970's Dark Brown | Reverb Alvarez (5) 30, No. The 232 Iida Banjo features a book-matched maple resonator with dual concentric purfling rings, die-cast "flathead" tone ring mounted on hardwood rim, 24 brackets, three-piece adjustable mahogany neck, bound rosewood fingerboard w/ "Hearts of Flowers" inlaid in genuine pearl, patterned metal armrest, "clamshell"-style adjustable tailpiece, ebony Fairbanks-Vega (3) Price includes shipping and fees. This item is sold As-Described c.1975 Japanese-made Iida Model 233 5-String Banjo They made a wide range of banjos. Step 1: Check Email Address (Every account must use a unique email address). The only non original part is the 5th string tuner which we added. 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. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Includes Hardshell Case. Pisgah (1) 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. Gold Star (7) This is definitely a good banjo to have because at this price it has some great use value. 39, No. Pictures would help. I bought it to play, not to sell.I am trying to date it, and if possible find out what model it is.The only markings are Iida, in nice pearl. Hopkins (1) Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. IIDA Banjo Est. Oops, looks like you forgot something. I will get a good There are some scuffs and scratches throughout, some heavier than others, but overall nothing that is severe. I dont have a digi. 1970s Aoyama (Iida-style) 5-string resonator banjo - YouTube 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. 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. '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. All items must be paid before leaving on auction night, unless it is an absentee bid. I also have a picture that shows the neck heel got some sort of repair. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. Takana Zion - Banjo Kafaan (2023) Collector's Corner Sharing and Usage CLICK HERE to check out the best Online Banjo Lessons Available Today!!! For Sale - Iida Tenor Banjo, Price Reduced (Again) 1958 1970's Dark Brown Used - Excellent $400 + $55 Shipping Listed: 5 years ago Views: 74 Watchers: 0 Offers: 0 About This Listing Beautiful Vintage Banjo that is looking for the perfect owners. Washburn (2) My 229T is a dead ringer for the 230 next to it- an arch top with separate flange, and with a tenor neck with the same inlays as the 230. Fender (8) Flinthill (2) Gold Star (7) Jeff Menzies (1) He never learned to play. One is between the 5th string nut and the body and there is a picture. SS Stewart (3) Morgan Monroe (1) 2023 BanjoBarn.com. Sometimes it is mistaken as an Aida banjo or Jida banjo. CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. $10.39. 30, No. This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. This is a good looking banjo and the case is also in good shape. 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. 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. The chips are not visible from the front of the instrument however. The rim is aluminum with an incorporated tone ring that provides an archtop for great volume without extreme weight. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin 1970s Iida-style Penco 5-string "Masterclone" resonator banjo CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. Very Clean V Neck Gibson JD Crowe Blackjack with Clean Copper Flashing and Original Gibson Hardshell Case. This particular 'model 237' was built in Japan around the late 70's and is one of their top of the line range. 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. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. The hard case is in excellent condition. 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 Gibson (84) 43, No. This particular model is not for beginners but at the same time its not a high end instrument. Ibanez (1) 1978 Iida Banjo Family Picnic Classic Car Mom Guitar Magazine Photo Print Ad. Iida banjo and i want to know which model/year it is. caligula - Posted-01/19/2011: 15:07:32, here are a few photo that seem relevant and may help, thanks again, Klondike Waldo - Posted-01/19/2011: 17:59:24. I mentioned the neck has been repaired and there are two visible repairs. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. 8, August 1949, The American Cinematographer, Vol. Please check your address and try again. I will deliver for 5, No. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The mahogany resonator features some lovely rope binding on the top lip. Huber (7) Excellent Con. The shell is one piece and the flange and tone ring are simply cast on. Iida 5-String Banjo review - Review Stream I need help identifying a banjo : r/banjo - Reddit Iida made guitars before they first made banjos. motorcycle wreck. 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. There are snowflakes for position markers on the fretboard. That would be one from the 70s. The flange is nickel plated as it most of the hardware, including the original armrest and tailpiece. Other than that, she's in perfect condition. Gibson Parts (2) ARCHIVED TOPIC: IIDA EST. 20170324_155510. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. ***** ANY MERCHANDISE NOT TAKEN ON AUCTION NIGHT, MUST BE PICKED UP BY 4:00 PM WEDNESDAY AFTER THE SALE. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin Please check the fields highlighted in red. You might have better results if you posted this on "Collector's Corner". 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. Recording King (17) Features: 22 Frets, Mother of Pearl Inlays, Bound Body and Neck, Mahogany Resonator. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Thanks for looking. IIDA Banjo Est. I believe the Iida model numbers may not have been consistent through the years. We respect your time and attention by controlling the frequency of our mailings. Vega (19) 2006 Gibson JD Crowe Blackjack 5 string Banjo. Epiphone (4) Greetings From The Land of The Alamo! By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The only markings are Iida, in nice pearl. Jeff Menzies (1) 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. ), Iida tenor banjo. Your instrument is ready to play as soon as it arrives. (some photos), Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. 22, No. how do i identify Iida model? (some photos) - Banjo Hangout . Vega (19) Slingerland (1) PRICE REDUCED Vintage late 70's Iida Model 240 5 string banjo and original deluxe hard shell case. Helix (3) Vintage Iida Model 227 5-string Archtop Resonator Banjo. Sale Pending: 1972 Iida Model 227 Archtop Banjo - Made in Japan (sold) Used - Very Good Condition / Country: United States - State: WA. Frank Neat (1) 1970's Iida Mahogany Plectrum Banjo, Serial Number #226P . in the hard to reach areas. Entertainment Email Privacy Policy Very well set up with nice smooth action making it very easy to fret all the way up the fretboard. (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. Excellent Con. Iida-06. This is a vintage Iida 5 string archtop banjo which happens to be Made in Japan. 12, December 1954, The American Cinematographer, Vol. 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. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Fairbanks (4) 1958 with Case. Hey! Click below to begin your paid subscription. If my question is off topic I apologize in advance.I recently picked up an Iida banjo. VINTAGE Iida 5 string Banjo MADE IN JAPAN. Iida 5 string Banjo with Hard Shell Case and New Levys banjo strap. SOLD. We accept: Cash, Check (with valid ID), Visa, Mastercard & Discover. The rest look untouched. Other than that, she's in perfect condition. 1958 with Case. Articles, Best Supporting Object: Rare And Valuable Movie Props, Walt Disney Studios Celebrates 100 Years of Happy Cartoons. 1994 Gibson RB3 5 string Banjo with Original Case. You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/197033, caligula - Posted-01/18/2011: 14:30:12. i have come across an old (?) Gibson Parts (2) Read all about it at:https://jakewildwood.blogspot.com/2018/03/1970s-iida-style-penco-resonator-5.html Ome (8) 404-372-5482. Yates (10) The 5th string tuners on these old Japanese Banjos often stop working so its important that they have a geared 5th string tuner. EUR A pretty Fluor-d-lis in the middle of the headstock.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.. This is actually an incredible banjo at $399 and this is absolutely functional and set up. Iida 5 string banjo Est. 1958 | #1995415360 Looks and plays great with low action and it is in Excellent Condition. FB-440: IIDA: Banjo: 1979 - 1989: Description: 239 5-STRING TENOR or PLECTRUM: IIDA from a posting saying that the letter immediately following the model A - V Hatfield (2) There are a few light surface and button scratches on the resonator but nothing serious and its minor. The tailpiece is Waverly-style (like Gibson used in the 50's and 60's) and nickel plated. 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? Bids are taken from this website and bid on during the live auction against people in attandance. This has nickel hardware otherwise which is all original. We ship via USPS, UPS & FedEx on most items (excludes furniture). Prucha (4) Includes Washburn Hardshell Case. It is pronounced ee-da. Richelieu (1) Hey! A pretty Fluor-d-lis in the middle of the headstock. VINTAGE Iida 5 string Banjo MADE IN JAPAN - BanjoWarehouse.com 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. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. If you search ' 1976 Iida Banjo Catalog' you will find a catalog describing Iida Banjos."The $20 Handling is For a Guitar Box From FedEx. there are no identifying marks i can see except the Iida name (even that took me a while to get because of the writing style) when googling things, prices, years, and reviews range wildly and if i plan on selling it i want to know what to expect/ ask for. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) Kay (2) The neck is absolutely functional and this is set up well. 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. Iida Banjo $$$ ? - Discussion Forums - Banjo Hangout Iida-05. Every instrument comes with a 7-day money back guarantee. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright 2023 Banjo Hangout. Custom Made (1) YOUR HELP WITH THIS MATTER IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.