Model 238 - Likely was a chrome archtop, I have 3 original NOS chromed Iida arch top tone rings. I need to put a brand new tuner on it because one of them broke. Hatfield (2) 1972 Iida 5-String Resonator Banjo Model 227 - Made in Japan DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. Although there were a few dents and scratches on the head due to age. INNSiDE by Meli Aachen is located right in the heart of Aachen, within a walking distance to the Couven museum and the Cathedral. This features a fast mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and a lovely Fleur de Lis headstock inlay. Brand New. ODE (3) it includes a gold plated sliding 5th string capo, gold plated Scruggs tuners as well as the original gold plated tuners in the original Scruggs tuners box. Rare and All Original Left Handed Gibson Earl Scruggs Standard 5 string Banjo. Yates (6). Walk around this church and you will find lots of beautiful elements. 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Bacon (6) This is definitely a good banjo to have because at this price it has some great use value. Learn More. Heartland (Robin Smit (1) Citykirche St. Nikolaus, Aachen Gold Star (4) This was Iidas top of the line during a time when Japanese banjos were in their heyday.This banjo is in excellent, near mint condition, with gold-plated metal that is in excellent condition with a small amount of aging on the armrest. . Fairbanks and Cole (1) It was setup pretty good when I first got it but my dad had to make a few adjustments. Wildwood (2) Hopkins (1) Iida (2) By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. This banjo sold folks. Poor. Heartland (Robin Smit (1) CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. Bishline (1) AFP Kulesh Tone Ring and One Piece Gibson USA Flange make this banjo SCREAM!!!! The St. Nicholas Church is a former Franciscan monastery church. The tailpeice is always shown as a clamshell (I presume that this has been changed by a previous owner) also the words VERSA-TONE are inlaed in the neck & I cannot find any information on any banjo called a VERSA-TONE! If you aren't completely satisfied with you instrument, return it for a full refund. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. Info on Iida banjo ? - Discussion Forums - Banjo Hangout United States, AL, The early Japanese Iida was a very solid banjo made by a fine guitar maker who was a little lost in the art of banjo making. Fairbanks-Vega (1) Iida Archtop 229 Review View all reviews for Iida. There are a few light surface and button scratches on the resonator but nothing serious and its minor. France, It had cast bell-brass tone rings, solid maple resonators, 14-ply maple rims, rosewood fret boards, MOP inlays using Gibson's RB-3 wreath pattern, 2-way truss rods, three-piece maple necks, and checker-board wood marquetry before the ivoroid grained binding. All rights reserved. Kay (1) Washburn (2) We put a new Huber head on it which has been set to 90 on a drum dial. Late 1970s Iida Model 229 5 string resonator banjo with gig bag. 400+ tunes bundles available, each with chord charts and various speeds. historic exchange rates / currency converter. I mainly play stanley style and it sounds pretty good for an archtop. Fairbanks (4) Do you need to book in advance to visit Citykirche St. Nikolaus? I was my first banjo and I in fact tried a few times to "upgrade" but always seem to slip back into playing it and selling the more valuable. If it's free, go for it. ', 'For Sale: 1927 Gibson Style 2 "Pyramid" Conv. Bacon (1) Gibson Parts (1) 2002 Gibson Left Handed Earl Scruggs Standard 5 string Banjo w Original Case. Other Banjo-Related Topics Enoch (1) Hey! The bridge has been replaced with a ebony capped maple three-foot option. Iida - Full line of banjos from Al pot entry level to masterclones, including Korean in the 1990's. Current models include the 230 . 7 hrs, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Gold Star (1) All Rights Reserved. Fender (8) Helix (3) The head is original to the banjo. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Ome (5) Shipping: LOWER 48 ONLY, $75 PLUS INSURANCE According to their catalogue specs, these were handmade banjos under the supervision of Teruo Iida. Every detail speaks of meticulous workmanship and superior materials. Chances are that if you visit Aachen for the history that you will find this church interesting. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. All Rights Reserved. Not bad at all. Yates (6) LANGE Challenger 4-string Resonator BANJO with CASE - Used . Your's is in fact fancier than mine but an archtop where mine is a flattop. Shipping: $75 shipping to lower 48. The "Special Florentine" model has been seen in a December 2007 eBay sale. Weymann (2) The fretboard is definitely clean with overall clean frets. Shipping: Buyer pays actual shipping. About This Listing. 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. Ome (11) Model 239 - Gold version of model 237. It has a very nice wreath pattern in MOP, beautiful maple neck and resonator, and wood marquetry binding.No major wood problems or scratches, neck is straight, only slight fret and wood wear, and 2 small holes where a sliding 5th string capo was removed. Includes original hard-shell case which is very sturdy and in good condition. It looked pretty good for an 1980s archtop. ODE (3) Stelling (11) Fender (8) 400+ tunes bundles available, each with chord charts and various speeds. Aria (4) I want to thank everyone who expressed an interest and congratulations Mark. Hatfield (4) The flange is nickel plated. According to the info on the Paul Hawthorn site (see below)the 240 inlay was wreath pattern,had checker-board binding however as you can see by the photos the inlay on mine bears no resemblance to any other banjo & the binding is a lot finer also the headstock inlay is also unlike any banjo in the Iida catalogue -, hawthorne.fastie.com/asianbanja_11c.jpg, Model 240 - From the 1978 catalog, the model 240 (archtop) was their top-of-the line archtop. One is between the 5th string nut and the body and there is a picture. Price Paid: Don't Remember (bought USED) Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The only non original part is the 5th string tuner which we added. Bacon (6) Posted By: milagrospdx Weymann (2) Beautiful solid curly maple resonator and gold-plating. This features a fast mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and a lovely Fleur de Lis . Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. ODE (3) Ramsey (1) I have been playing it on average two hours a day for six days a week for ten months and nothing seems to have worn out .I would play this at gig if I had to. 'Dominant Seventh Chord D position - Help!' Includes Washburn Hardshell Case. ', 'For Sale: 1927 Gibson Style 2 "Pyramid" Conv. Iida set-up - Discussion Forums - Banjo Hangout Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Bacon & Day (8) There is also some rope binding on the top lip of the resonator which is another nice touch. The flange is nickel plated as it most of the hardware, including the original armrest and tailpiece. For sale: my late 1970s/early 1980s, maple, Japanese-made Iida Model 240 archtop banjo. 14-Day Return Policy. Nechville (2) Morgan Monroe (2) Pisgah (2) This also can be adjusted. Richelieu (1) There's not much info out there on Iida and trust me I've looked, I believe they are a little known gem. Greg Rich era 1989 Gibson RB3 Wreath Banjo. Practice Tracks for Banjo Pickers Gibson Copy (1) I am so glad that the interior and certain features have been retained. The model 240 (archtop) was Iida's top-of-the line archtop. Gibson Parts (2) The mahogany resonator features some lovely rope binding on the top lip. Lida (Iida) Vintage Custom Made 4 String Plectrum Banjo Gibson Style Resonator ($499.00. The banjo held up well for being 38 yrs. Sullivan (6) Yates (6) Fairbanks and Cole (1) Ramsey (3) Nate Calkins (3) All Forums Supercharge your practice! White Mountain (1) Frank Neat (2) Let me know if you have any questions! Fairbanks-Vega (1) Cedar Mountain (1) Brand: Iida Zachary Hoyt (12), Here's a beautiful tenor I've had sitting around for about 5 years and not getting played--it's time to thin the herd! Vintage Iida Model 235 'Masterclone' 5-string Banjo - Made in Japan. It has a good tone. $749.00 Price Paid: (bought USED) Type: Brand: Iida The Iida 240 is hand crafted under the personal supervision or Teruo Iida. Price Paid: 225 ($US) (bought USED). 5-String Resonator Cedar Mountain (1) 4318 S. Chestatee St. Gibson Kalamazoo (1) Bacon & Day (8) Asian Banjos - Overview - Fastie 3- Aluminum pot, shoes bolted through the pot, straight sides, archtop or flathead. Deering (7) Posted By: Society Hill He decided to give it to me for a starter banjo when I wanted to learn how to play. It had cast bell-brass tone rings, solid maple resonators, 14-ply maple rims, rosewood fret boards, MOP inlays using Gibson's RB-3 wreath pattern, 2-way truss rods, three-piece maple necks, and checker-board . Anyhow from what I found they did try to copy the mastertones pretty heavily. Condition of Banjo: Used - Very Good Condition Year Purchased: 2004 View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. But those are there and are the most serious issues. Orpheum (1) Morgan Monroe (2) 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. I was fortunate a few years ago to have a set of Steve Sparkmans picks given to me but try as I might I will never have the talent he has in his little fingerstillno harm in dreaming eh! I would recomend this banjo for someone starting out.It is not a Stelling or a Gibson but it will get the job done.If it is stolen then I will have to get my Stelling Red Fox..untill then I will keep pickin on my 229 Iida! Iida set the stage for the emergence of Japanese banjos in the 1970's. INNSIDE BY MELIA AACHEN $97 ($181) - Prices & Hotel Reviews - Germany