http://www.banjohangout.org Banjo Hangout - Banjo Parts Classifieds Feed en-us Thu, 9 Feb 2012 09:04:00 CST Thu, 9 Feb 2012 09:04:00 CST eric@banjohangout.org eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26649 FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... Gold Tone OT-800 long neck...just the neck (banjo pictured for display only). But it DOES include a set of 5 star planetary tuners and a Deering geared 5th. PLUS a $35 Shubb long bar 5th string capo. The neck is in excellent condition. I left the bolt holes open...is already drilled for the OT-800 pot with a center hole used to attached the dowel stick I was using to hold it on a Vega pot...between the three you should be able to find something that works. Just for the sake of disclosure this neck is one of the ones sold on EBay that was shipped with one fret out of scale...a luthier re-set the fret correctly and sealed the old slot so that you have to be looking for something to pick at to even notice it...inlays are all beautiful. A fine neck that cost me $175 WITHOUT the tuners (Gold Tone sells them for $300...IF you can get them to sell you one.) The tuners and Shubb are worth and additional $75-$100...so you essentially get them free. Thanks for looking! Thu, 9 Feb 2012 09:04 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26730 WHAT IT IS: Grover two-hole, diamond-shaped pre-war banjo tuners; stamped "GROVER PAT"; 6:1 gear ratio; unusual tuner knobs; original ferrules and screws; matching 5th string tuner; excellent shape. HISTORY: These tuners came off an unsalvageable Ludwig banjo that I bought for parts from someone in Worcester, MA, many, many years ago. The banjo (what was left of it) was old when I got it. WHAT I LEARNED ABOUT THE TUNERS: I took the tuners to a guy who had been working for a vintage acoustic instrument shop in Boston since the early '70s. He'd retired from the store, but was still doing excellent banjo and guitar repair out of his home at the time. Here's what I remember of our conversation: The tuners are pre-war (marked "Grover Pat"); and are unusual, both for the gear ratio (6:1 versus the more common 2:1 and 4:1), and for having thicker, boxier, knobs than you see on typical banjo tuners of the period. (See photos: in addition to being thicker, the knob, instead of being oval shaped, is flat at the end, and more sharply angled.) My expert said he couldn't recall having seen these kinds of tuners on a banjo before, but had run across them on a few old Martin guitars over the years, and said 6:1 banjo tuners are sought after by people doing Martin guitar restoration. He also remarked that they appeared to be in good working order and in very good shape cosmetically. WHAT I DID WITH THEM: Thinking I'd use them for a banjo restoration project one day, I put the tuners in a sandwich bag (along with the original ferrules and screws), threw them in my parts drawer and forgot about them. They are being offered here exactly as they came off the Ludwig; I have not tried to clean or polish them, and I never installed them. MORE INFO: Since what my source told me predated the internet, I tried to do a little more research on these tuners before posting this ad. While there's a lot of info about the history of Grover tuners online, I couldn't find much on this specific style of tuner, other than that they were used on Martin guitars in the '30s, both six strings and tenors, and maybe ukuleles. (Might the knobs being thicker been a way to give them more structural strength, since they would be used to crank the heavier gauge strings of a guitar, rather than on a banjo?) CORRECTIONS?: All the above is offered for what it's worth. I know there are some super-knowledgable folks on BHO, so if any of you experts out there have corrections or care to add to what I have, please drop me a line and I'll amend my description. PRICE: I have no idea what these tuners are worth or might fetch at auction or from vintage parts dealers, since I can't find any like them for sale. I've priced them based on what vintage Grovers in similar condition from the same period go for, but taking into account that these appear to be uncommon, are 6:1 gear ratio, in very clean condition, and because the matching 5th string tuner is also present. BRO: If they don't sell at my asking price, I'll happily entertain any reasonable offers. Feel free to get in touch. Thanks! Wiley Pickett Thu, 9 Feb 2012 08:18 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26732 For Sale is a 2004 Huber Tone Ring in good condition but I noticed one or two small pit marks near the neck area to small to show on a picture. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 07:45 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26728 Here is a nice set of gibson pancake tuners from a 70's threw 80's Banjo...They have the Gibson logo and the 5th tuner is included they are mint they say gibson on them as well the pearl buttons and everything are mint no scratches they are gorgeous. like brand new Free shipping on these. sorry for the blurry photos but the camera I was using I just got have not master the camera yet, lol Thu, 9 Feb 2012 07:11 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26727 Want to Buy used graphite banjo neck Thu, 9 Feb 2012 06:17 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26731 Looking to buy an original Gibson/Kulesh nickle tone ring from the 90's. Thanks. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 06:12 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26726 grover prewar pancake tuner's they work fine $200.00 my email is wtet2@embarqmail.com thanks stan Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:49 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26507 Please see all the pictures and feel free to ask questions. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:43 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26634 1 Notched tension hoops 1 Tone ring rim combo. 1 Alu integral tone ring 1Tail piece 3 Reso thumb screws. 3 Reso L brackets 1 Two piece flange,plate 2 Sets of tuners. TKL hard shell case for reso banjo take it all for $250 Buy the all lot for a discounted price or free shipping Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:22 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26403 This is a style 1 neck for sale that i am selling for someone .(it is not mine) the neck is maple and cut for a 1 piece flange and has the v profile very nice and slim the frets are new and is a very nice neck could use a new 5th string nut. but does play ok. the neck is a fairly new but made to look old. his asking price is $750.00 firm. the tuners do not go with the neck my email is wtet2@embarqmail.com Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:02 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25686 Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:07 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25685 Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:06 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25680 Great sounding ring, early style Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:03 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26700 Burlile tonering nickle plated longskirt for sale. $750. 952-461-4248 George Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:03 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25683 5 brass, 3 steel Primarily Gibson style Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:03 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25679 Various tailpieces and parts, window presto, etc.... I'm mainly a bluegrass guy, so if you're interested and have something to trade, or want to make an offer drop me a line Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:02 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=24611 This listing is for a Compensated style banjo bridge for Four-string Tenor (or Celtic-tuned) banjo- like those pictured. They work equally as well for banjo-mandolin (same tuning) and Tenor Guitar. These measure about 11/16", or slightly taller, to allow for the slots. The tall cap can be lowered to 9/16", or custom-fitted to your playing style. I used antique select (highly figured) maple for the spans, and plantation-grown rosewood for the caps. The curve is designed to allow a longer vibrating length for the second string, or course, thus helping to correct intonation issues common to the tenor or mandolin. The extra wide stance (4"! A standard bridge is about 3.25") and relatively small footprint was suggested by some of the very learned folks at The Banjo Hangout, to increase the tonal depth and clarity (more bass- more treble-cleaner separation) of the banjo. The sinuous sculpted look is all mine, thank you very much. A few years ago, I had the misfortune to be spending significant amounts of time waiting in doctors' waiting rooms. To maintain my equanimity (*grin*), I took to whittling banjo, guitar, and mandolin bridges- it was a hobby I could carry around in my pocket. Sadly, I again find myself carrying around small bits of wood, files, and sandpaper, as I go from place to place, and sit, and wait. Instead of just giving them away, like last time, one of my favorite Church Ladies suggested selling these and putting the proceeds in the class kitty (THAT's why the Ladies should be in charge!). I hope y'all really like them! I'll be happy to cut the slots for the winning bidder. I'll just need the string gauges and your preferred spacing. I truly appreciate the kind responses and critiques for my bridges so far. This latest batch are thinner and lighter- averaging about two grams +/-. I've been using a very thin coat of instrument wax to bring out the grain patterns in the wood, but if you would like a bare bridge, just let me know. In my opinion, the light finish has no affect on the sound at all, and if you got it, you should flaunt it- tastefully, of course. I've recently had several requests for radiused bridges. All I need is your preferred radius- 9", 12" 14", or whatever- and I can work that in. The red-stained bridge is on my Uber-zouki, and supports 10 strings on a 14" radiused cap. For a radiused Base, with all due respect, I honestly don't feel it is possible to get a proper fit without the instrument in hand. I can incorporate a small relief to account for the flexibility of the banjo head, but any greater radius could only be approximate. Let me know what you need though- we'll talk. I've replaced the floating bridges on a few dozen guitars and mandolins with these same banjo-style bridges, and the improvements in volume, clarity, and tonal RANGE were amazing! I'm re-doing the set up on all my favorite bangers, and have a waiting list of requests to fit bridges to various archtop instruments. For archtop guitars and mandolins , please measure your old bridge from the base of one foot to the strings, and I'll add about an 1/8" so you have plenty of room for fitting. I've also cut several arched bases to match templates (and even graph coordinates by email!) supplied by the customer. This will get it in the ballpark, but the bridge will still require a bit of tweaking to achieve a proper fit. I carve each bridge one at a time, by hand, so modifications, alternate woods, lefties, or custom designs are no problem at all. I'm always up for a new and interesting project! Cheers! Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:41 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=25196 This listing is for a new Victorian Era/minstrel style banjo bridge for Four OR Five -string banjo. The ebony cap is 2.25" wide. I carved each of these by hand so they are each a bit unique, and very thin. The height on this (AAAA select maple) bridge is 3/4" plus 1/32" to allow for the slots. It can, of course, be reduced from the bottom to achieve a perfect fit and action on your instrument. A few years ago, I had the misfortune to be spending significant amounts of time waiting in doctors' waiting rooms. To maintain my equanimity (*grin*), I took to whittling banjo, guitar, and mandolin bridges- it was a hobby I could carry around in my pocket. Sadly, I again find myself carrying around small bits of wood, files and sandpaper, as I go from place to place, and sit, and wait. Instead of just giving them away, like last time, one of my favorite Church Ladies suggested selling these and putting the proceeds in the class kitty (THAT's why the Ladies should be in charge!). I hope y'all really like them! I'll be happy to cut the slots for the winning bidder. I'll just require the string gauges and your preferred spacing (10 to 11mm for 5-string). I truly appreciate the kind responses and critiques for my bridges so far, and I appreciate the opportunity to work with folks and "get it right". If you have any questions, or an idea for your own project, please write- we'll talk. I love a good project! I've been using a very thin coat of instrument wax to bring out the truly beautiful grain patterns in the wood, but if you would like a bare bridge, just let me know. In my opinion, the light finish has no affect on the sound at all, and if you got it, you should flaunt it- tastefully, of course. Please check out my other listings. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:41 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26136 All I have left of this batch are the 5/8" bridges, and one 21/32". I can make more of the other sizes, but will require a couple of days to get them ready. Thanks. This listing is for a Compensated style banjo bridge for Five-string banjo- like those pictured. The feedback on this batch of bridges has been enthusiastically positive, both in bluegrass and in Olde Tyme styles. These were for a special order, and cover a range of sizes: 5/8", 21/32", .656", and 11/16". I used antique select (highly figured, or flame) maple for the spans, and some nice jet-black ebony for the caps. The long curve in the caps is designed to allow a longer vibrating length for the middle string, thus helping to correct intonation issues common to the 5 -string banjo. The extra wide stance (4"! A standard bridge is only about 3.25") was suggested by some of the very learned folks at The Banjo Hangout, as a way to increase the tonal depth and clarity (more bass- more treble, cleaner separation of tone) of the banjo. The sinuous sculpted look is all mine, thank you very much. In practically every application of these organic bridges, the increase in volume and tonal depth/clarity has been remarkable. All the feedback so far has specifically mentioned the increase in volume and note separation. The sound is definitely a bit different than a "standard" bridge, but folks tell me just about every day that they sound as good as they look (which, of course, just tickles me three shades of pink). A few years ago, I had the misfortune to be spending significant amounts of time waiting in doctors' waiting rooms. To maintain my equanimity (*grin*), I took to whittling banjo, guitar, and mandolin bridges- it was a hobby I could carry around in my pocket. Sadly, I again find myself carrying around small bits of wood, files and sandpaper, as I go from place to place, and sit, and wait. Instead of just giving them away, like last time, one of my favorite Church Ladies suggested selling these and putting the proceeds in the class kitty (THAT's why the Ladies should be in charge!). I hope y'all really like them! I'll be happy to cut the slots for the winning bidder. I'll just require the string gauges and your preferred spacing (standard 11mm, 11.5 (my favorite), Crowe, 12.5mm, or whatever you need). I truly appreciate the kind responses and critiques for my bridges so far. This latest batch are thinner and lighter- averaging just about two grams +/-. I've been using a very thin coat of instrument wax to bring out the truly beautiful grain patterns in the wood, but if you would like a bare bridge, just let me know. In my opinion, the light finish has no affect on the sound at all, and if you got it, you should flaunt it- tastefully, of course. I've recently had several requests for radiused bridges. All I need is your preferred radius- 9", 12" 14", or whatever- and I can work that in. For a radiused Base, with all due respect, I honestly don't feel it is possible to get a proper fit without the instrument in hand. I can incorporate a small relief to account for the flexibility of a calfskin banjo head, but any greater radius could only be approximate. Let me know what you need though- we'll talk. I also get many requests for cherry, walnut, and other woods for specific applications, or a mellower tone. All of these bridges are hand-carved one at a time by yours truly, so alternate woods, modifications, or custom orders (left-handed?) are no problem at all. Whenever I do a special order bridge, I make a few extra so folks can pick the one that looks the most "right". Keep an eye out for some of my custom left-overs here. Please check out my other listings. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:40 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26215 This listing is for one (or you can get Both) Compensated style bridge for Five-string banjo, measuring .656". These are the last two from that special-order batch. I used vintage select wenge for the spans, and ebony for the caps. This are the last two "custom leftovers" from that particular batch, and the feedback has been very positive (;-D). The quartersawn wenge has a very tight, straight chocolate-alternating-with-jet black colored grain. A very kind lady bought an extra one to make into a necklace! The curve is designed to allow a longer vibrating length for the middle strings, thus helping to correct intonation issues common to the five-string. The extra wide stance (4"! A standard bridge is only about 3.25") was suggested by some of the very learned folks at The Banjo Hangout, as a way to increase the tonal depth and clarity (more bass- more treble, cleaner separation) of the banjo. The sinuous sculpted look is all mine, thank you very much. In practically every application of my maple bridges, -banjo, mandolin, archtop tenor guitar, six- and eight-string guitars, octave mandolin, bouzouki -the increase in volume and tonal depth/clarity has been remarkable- and remarked on. The overall sound is definitely a bit different than a "standard" bridge, but folks tell me just about every day that they sound as good as they look (which, of course, just tickles me three shades of pink). A few years ago, I had the misfortune to be spending significant amounts of time waiting in doctors' waiting rooms. To maintain my equanimity (*grin*), I took to whittling banjo, guitar, and mandolin bridges- it was a hobby I could carry around in my pocket. Sadly, I again find myself carrying around small bits of wood, files and sandpaper, as I go from place to place, and sit, and wait. Instead of just giving them away, like last time, one of my favorite Church Ladies suggested selling these and putting the proceeds in the class kitty (THAT's why the Ladies should be in charge!). I hope y'all really like them! I'll be happy to cut the slots for the winning bidder. I'll just require the string gauges and your preferred spacing (standard 11mm, Crowe, 12.5mm, or whatever you need). I truly appreciate the kind responses and critiques for my bridges so far. This latest batch are thinner and lighter- averaging just about two grams +/-. I've been using a very thin coat of instrument wax to bring out the truly beautiful grain patterns in the wood, but if you would like a bare bridge, just let me know. In my opinion, the light finish has no affect on the sound at all, and if you got it, you should flaunt it- tastefully, of course. I've recently had several requests for radiused bridges. All I need is your preferred radius- 9", 12" 14", or whatever- and I can work that in. For a radiused Base, with all due respect, I honestly don't feel it is possible to get a proper fit without the instrument in hand. I can incorporate a small relief to account for the flexibility of a calfskin banjo head, but any greater radius could only be approximate. Let me know what you need though- we'll talk. For archtop mandolins or guitars, lay the instrument on a flat surface, and measure from the lowest point on one of the feet straight up past the strings. Make sure the ruler is vertical, or perpendicular to the flat surface. I will then add an extra 1/8" to be sure and give you plenty of room to fit the base of the bridge to the arch of your particular instrument. I also get many requests for cherry, walnut, and other woods for specific applications, or a mellower tone. All of these bridges are hand-carved one at a time by yours truly, so alternate woods, modifications, or custom orders (left-handed?) are no problem at all. Whenever I do a custom order bridge, I make several with slight variations to try and get it "perfect". Keep an eye out for more of my custom leftovers. Please check out my other listings. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:40 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26720 Cox timeless timber rim cut for a long skirt ring with a sullivan thunderbolt prototype tone ring longskirt 20hole unplated. George. 952-461-4248 Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:30 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26717 This is a style 3 neck, made by Silvio Ferretti 3 years ago. Very good conditions, little wear on first frets, some normal scratchs and dings, price reflects that. Cut for OPF and 5/8 bridge. Two nails installed. It was on one of his personal banjo until two months ago. Craftmanship at top level, this neck is straight, easy to play and it sounds sweet. Free shipping in USA, I'll ship it from New York where I'll be at the end of february. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 15:16 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26715 Yates V1 Venom Tone Ring short skirt 20 hole unplated ring for sale. George 952-461-4248 Wed, 8 Feb 2012 14:32 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26702 We are doing research and experiments with rolled brass tone rings and hoops for more versitile banjo applications, for drop-in exotic rings to change your entire banjo sound without purchasing another banjo. Stew-mac rolled brass rings and from older Asian banjos would be great. If you make 11" brass rings that are decently brazed give us a price. Thanks, "CUSTOM CLASSIC BANJOS" Wed, 8 Feb 2012 10:01 CST eric@banjohangout.org http://www.banjohangout.org/classifieds/detail.asp?cid=26251 Chrome plated 20-hole flathead tone ring from a 70's (Japanese made) Alvarez banjo. It weighs approx. 39 oz. Plating is in really good shape, with only some very minor bubbling. Great ring for a building project without breaking the bank. Asking $75 + shipping. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 09:30 CST