Gibson Epiphone Banjo Serial Numbers
- Gibson Epiphone Masterbuilt Banjo
- Gibson Epiphone Banjo Mb 250
- Epiphone Masterbuilt Banjo Serial Numbers
Gibson-made hollowbody serial number as used from 1958 to 1961. Gibson-made Serial Numbers, 1958 to 1961, hollowbody guitars ('A' series). Hollowbody models: number is on the label, with 'A' preceding the number. The Epiphone number series is different than the A-series used on Gibson brand instruments of the same period.
Gibson 5 String Identification
Hello! I have in my possession a Gibson 5 string banjo that I have been playing for the past 6 months or so. It is a great instrument, my first stringed anything, and I'm really enjoying playing it. However, I know little to nothing about it! I'd really like to know more.
What I do know is mostly anecdotal. I received it from a friend, it belonged to his late grandfather. It is to some extent 'custom' (his words). At one point, he was offered $6k for it, which he supposedly 'laughed at.' Other than that I know nothing more.
Here are photos of it. The serial number is 907-4, which I was unable to find a match for. There are two tone rods, and the thing weighs a ton (from the thick rim, I presume).
Does anyone know anything about this banjo? It is a mystery to me, but I greatly enjoy playing it. Knowing some more about it would just be nice.
Gibson Epiphone Masterbuilt Banjo
Gibson Epiphone Banjo Mb 250
Cheers,
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