Used Banjos

A vintage fretless 5 string banjo featuring a 12'' pot with vellum and neck inlays. 

Fitted with Aquila nylon strings.

This vintage banjo is sold for parts mainly but it does play, the playability/action of this banjo is very high.

Used (vintage). No case.

Used Deering Sierra 19 fret tenor banjo. Features a Deering cast bronze 'no hole' tonering (very rare) which gives it a very punchy and loud tone with plenty of sustain, One piece nickel plated flange, planetary tuners and a full Eaglemusic setup and restring. No case supplied

Note this banjo has had a neck repair in our workshop and is solid. Playability is not affected.

Mike Ramsey Chantarelle Tubaphone 5 String openback banjo in mint condition featuring a stunning flamed maple neck with ebony fingerboard, scoop and a chrome plated bracket band. Fitted with a wire nickel armrest and supplied with a full Eaglemusic setup and restring, stunning banjo!

No case supplied

Quality Japanese or Korean made 19 fret tenor banjo with mastertone style tone ring.  

Featuring duel co-ordinating rods, 5 star head, planetary geared tuners. Also features a tube and flange designed as used on many quality Gibson banjos over the years.

Superb instrument and has had a full eaglemusic setup and restring.

No case supplied

The awesome Greg Deering Limited Edition Banjo ...Curly & burl walnut, super deluxe ornate Deering special custom shop banjo. With Deering -06- 20 hole bronze tone ring. The Deering Greg Deering Limited - GDL is a fantastic sounding banjo! It has a very fast action neck and is extremely responsive to the player. It is also an absolute beauty to look at! 

Used but Mint condition. This banjo has just been refinished by Deering so the outer gloss coating is perfect. 

The Fender FB-55 Banjo seamlessly merges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary playability. Its laminated mahogany resonator contributes to a rich and authentic banjo tone, while the chrome hardware ensures durability and a sleek aesthetic. The 27.4-inch scale length enhances playability, allowing for comfortable navigation across the fingerboard. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, the FB-55 is a testament to Fender's commitment to quality and timeless banjo sound.

Used. Very good condition. Supplied with case.

The Vega Little Wonder banjo is a classic example of craftsmanship from the Golden Age of banjo manufacturing in the United States. Vega, a renowned banjo maker, produced these instruments during the early to mid-20th century, and they remain highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike.

This model is in excellent playable condition for its age. Irish tuned but can be tuned Jazz or Chicago also. Fitted with new strings.

Serial number 90976

Used. Excellent condition for age. No case/gig bag supplied.

Fairbanks Vega No2 Plectrum Whyte Laydie Plectrum Banjo (1925).

This is an incredibly well looked-after plectrum banjo from the 1920's. Freshly set-up in our workshop, it plays and sounds superb.

Used. Excellent condition for age. Supplied with hard case.

Washburn Americana Series 5-string Flame maple Resonator Banjo with bell brass tone ring, fancy inlays and planetary tuners, gloss sunburst finish, includes case.

Washburn has been building banjos since the late 1800s. These instruments were considered some of the finest of their day. This heritage is not lost in the instruments we handcraft today. Pros & amateurs alike choose a Washburn for its outstanding tone, build & value.

The B16 features a Maple resonator and rim, one piece flange, 11″ diecast tension hoop, Bell Brass tone ring, Clamshell tailpiece, standard chrome armrest, all 5 geared Planetary tuners and separate coordinator rods.

Fitted with a clear head and a sliding capo.

Used. Very good condition. Supplied with hard case.

2005 Deering Deluxe 5 String Banjo featuring cast bronze tonering and a refinished resonator. Nickel plating is still in great condition and the whole banjo has been very well looked after.

Also fitted with a New Deering head and bridge.

This banjo has also been refretted with stainless steel frets

Supplied with Deering Case

Excellent condition

The excellent Deering Goodtime Special Leader 5-string Open Back banjo with patent pending 20-10 steel tone ring, built in Spring Valley, California, USA. It has a rock maple neck set up for all banjo styles. this powerful banjo is excellent for old time music and all other banjos styles. Please see below for specification details.

Head signed by the Kruger Brothers! This can obviously be replaced.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with gig bag.

Windsor Model 2 'Popular' 5 String Openback Banjo in excellent condition from 1920's. Features a spun and rolled steel and maple ply pot and tone rim and full Eagle Music setup with new strings.

Decent playable old time banjo!

 Supplied with original Case.

This lovely banjo features a maple neck, rim and resonator.

Fitted with double coordinating rods for fine neck and action adjustment. The maple neck has an adjustable truss rod.

The headstock and rosewood fingerboard are inlaid with attractive pearl inlays.

It also features a pre-war Presto style tailpiece and is fitted with a USA Remo Weatherking Renaissance head.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with hard case.

The Red Fox is one of the newest Stelling models, inspired by master banjoist Bill Emerson, the Red Fox is one of the best selling Stelling models. This model is destined to join the Staghorn with its universal appeal and acceptance as a classic banjo design. The fancy curly maple used in this model is enhanced by the reddish stain. The Red Fox in the peghead and the abalone maple leaves in the fingerboard help to make this a very striking model.

Used. Very good condition despite tarnished metalware. Minor fret wear on fret one and two. Supplied with hard case.

The crisp Deering Calico finished in Honey stained curly maple with it's distinctive white bound headstock. Has awesome tone & power from the Deering -06- 20 bronze tone ring.

Used. 2001 model. Excellent condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

This Tonewood 6-string banjo features a resonator, an armrest and a Gold Tone tailpiece.

Used. Mint condition. No case.

The beautiful blonde Maple Classic is the ideal all-around banjo for the eclectic player. The flangeless MC-150RP is convertible to a powerful openback; just pop off the resonator and mounting brackets and you're in business. These include a 3/4" hard maple rim with a matching flathead tone ring, planetary-gear tuning machines, straight-line tailpiece and engraved armrest.

Fitted with pickup.

Used. Left-handed model. Excellent condition. No case.

The Deering Boston 17 fret Short Scale banjo has a 3/16" thick steel rim which rings out loud and clear with a sound similar to a bronze tone ring, this design is unique to Deering and provides you with a top quality banjo at an affordable price.

Used. Very good condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

This 2006 Ome Jubilee open-back banjo boasts a 12" maple pot with a natural finish, offering warm, rich tones ideal for clawhammer or old-time playing. It features a rosewood fingerboard and overlays, a Fybreskin head for a vintage aesthetic and tone, a no-knot tailpiece, and railroad spikes fitted at the 7th and 9th frets for easy capoing. With Ome’s renowned craftsmanship, this banjo combines excellent playability with timeless style, making it a standout instrument for players of all levels. Perfectly suited for traditional playing styles, it delivers both beauty and functionality in a professional-grade package.

Schatten Pickup fitted and Snuffy Smith Bridge

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with deluxe hard case.

The ground breaking Eagle II 5-String electro acoustic 'Kavanjo' banjo with unique patent Deering design Twenty-Ten tone ring. Excellent for bluegrass, on-stage work and all styles of banjo music. Maple neck, maple resonator and solid three ply violin maple rim fitted with the Kavanjo pick-up head. Please see below for more details and build specification.

This banjo has just been freshly refretted in our workshop!

Spikes fitted on 7th and 9th frets.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with hard case.

An A-scale short neck version of the popular AC-1 5-string banjo. The composite material makes it very durable. The size makes it lightweight and easy to transport, which is perfect for travelling, taking to the beach or for a child to play on. Includes gig bag.

As new condition

High Quality Korean Made Heartwood 17 fret tenor banjo featuring a cast bell bronze 'Mastertone' style tone ring, 3 ply maple tone rim, flamed maple resonator and a quality high gloss finish.

Superb banjo!

Excellent condition. Supplied with padded gig bag.

What a great banjo! The Deering Sierra is the USA Deering Banjo CO. 'Flagship Model' outselling all other Deering Banjos. Supplied complete with a Deering Deluxe hardshell case. Please see below for specification details.

Left handed model.

Used. Very good condition and supplied with Deering deluxe hard case.

Lovely little banjo ukulele featuring a closed back and mahogany pot and neck.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with Superior gig bag.