Gibson Mastertone Banjo Clone [USED]

Here is a Gibson Mastertone Banjo Clone. It was during the 1970s and 80s there were a number of master Luthiers building replicas of Gibson banjos. Real Gibsons were in short supply and many felt the quality was not up to standards so many of these makers made a living building these lovely handmade copies at knock down prices compared to a new Gibson Mastertone. 

For the experienced eye, there are a number of “tells” that indicate it is a copy. The script on the Gibson logo and the Mastertone inlay is slightly off.  The binding is Ivoroid rather than plain plastic, lovely binding but not authentic. There is no serial number and label on the rim inside the pot. The finish on the 3 ply rim is not the same gloss lacquer one normally sees.

This example is in very good overall condition.

A great way for players on a limited budget to get a really fine instrument into their hands.

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DETAILS: 

• Instrument Model:  Gibson Mastertone Banjo Clone
• Instrument Manufacturer:  Unknown
• Instrument year:  Unknown
• Instrument Class:  5-string resonator banjo
• Instrument serial number:  N/A
• Instrument Condition: Very good
• Playing Condition:  Very good
• Right-handed 
• Instrument Weight Imperial: 11.68lbs
• Instrument Weight Metric: 5.3kgs
• Scale Length Imperial:  26in
• Nut Width Imperial: 1.275in
• CITIES Documentation Required: No
• Case included:  Yes
• Case original:  No
• Items in Case: No
• Case Type: Black hardshell
• Consignment: Yes
• Product ID: 191059

There are no refunds or returns on used items unless authorized in advance by a Twelfth Fret Sales Associate at time of sale. View Our Full Terms Here