That, together with 24 head clasps, an etched crome arm rest and a clam shell tailpiece, makes me think it's a Denver Belle.If I take the Resonator off will I be able to see the tone ring. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Waverly Bone Bridge Pins. Alvarez 5 String Bluegrass Special Banjo. 5-Star Gold Banjo Pegs, Ivoroid Buttons, Set of 4 Regular price $175 USD Regular price Sale price $175 USD Unit price / per . I'll see if I can post a jpg Don. From about 1962 on and especially since 1970 there have been a large number of oriental manufacture banjos made to answer the demand. This is being sold as-is for repair. $425.00: Alvarez 5 string banjo 70s $350 shipped (expired) Used - Good Condition / Country: United States - State: NC Last Updated 8/28/2017. Alvarez Banjo Catalog. All but one Alvarez banjo has two coordinator rods for increased adjustability, and the neck is attached to the body by a hand cut and finished heel. This banjo design is based on: neck/head/inlays: based on the high end Fairbanks Whyte Ladye of the early 20th century- one of the most beautiful designs in banjo history the pot assembly is modeled closely on the Gibson TB3, archtop of the 1930's. In fact it's a remarkable recreation of that design (and sound . $55.00 shipping. I also have seen some with a rosewood fingerboard and ebony fingerboard, both with the squashed frog (flying eagle) inlay. White Mountain (1) Overview. For example, if the first two numbers read '45,' your banjo was produced in 1970; if it is '46,' the banjo was made in 1971, and so on. Here are two cuts of the "Denver Belle". When I get a chance I'll post pics on my homepage.Thanks again,Jimjim, yairi_luvr - Posted-06/21/2008: 09:33:19, Hello Jim,No problem! Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. I don't see one on yours and I don't see one in their illustration.) Hey, I bought this banjo about three years ago from a small used instrument shop, and all I know about it is that it's an Alvarez banjo. Alvarez MIJ Masterclone 5 string Banjo. to meet with Barry. Bacon (6) Catalog courtesy of Will Fastie, Baltimore, Maryland. ARCHIVED TOPIC: Alvarez Banjo Reference Page, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. G-K. L-Z. From Wayne Norman, who has acquired one: Has inlaid name "Silver Princess" on the headstock, but no mention of Alvarez anywhere. I have noticed an inlay variation on the Denver Belles, but I don't know when it occurred. I did not capture that text. Sullivan (7) or Best Offer. Yates (10) Wildwood (3) Hopkins (1) It didn't have a tone ring, just a thin wooden pot assembly. I also check the tailpiece. Iida - 1976Catalog courtesy of Kelly Cole, Iowa City, Iowa, who has a 240. 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Collector's Corner While I am looking at the neck, I check for a silky finish which allows a smooth sliding finger action. Posted 2/21/2023 1:19:36 PM by jaysipp - Country: United States - State: FL - ZIP: 33903Last Updated 2/27/2023 8:05:41 AM, Used - Good Condition All Forums Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Enter To Win the Alvarez Masterworks MPA66SHB. A BHO member posted photos of a '77 catalog. My cousin is looking at a banjo that a man bought back in the 70s. On the negative side, FEDEX delivered to the wrong address and left the box out in the rain. (expired), **SALE PENDING**70'S ERA ALVAREZ 5 STRING RESONATOR BANJO & CASE (sold), **SALE PENDING**BEAUTIFUL ALVAREZ 5 STRING RESONATOR BANJO & CASE (sold), On Hold-Silver Princess (by Alvarez?) The Alvarez B1 5-String Banjo is a masterpiece: stunningly beautiful, and equally impressive for its sonic capabilities. Aria (3) I've got a couple of pix of early 1970's catalogs so, might be able to help with some questions regarding changes over the years, or how far back a model was made.YLlaunch.groups.yahoo.com/group/iri_plus/, Edited by - yairi_luvr on 06/17/2009 21:01:49, jims38134 - Posted-06/20/2008: 16:47:59, Any idea as to what years the Whyte Eagles were sold? Harmony (2) Banjo.com 20 Main Street South, Wedowee, AL 36278 10:00am - 5:00pm CST, M-F Please make an appt. Aida (sometimes also read as Jida, but it is actually Iida) - See Iida on the G-K page.. Antoria - Samick brand name in the UK at least from August 2002 on. Bacon (6) It has a Remo USA head installed. 9 hours ago Alvarez 5 string banjo 70s $350 shipped (expired) Used - Good Condition / Country: United States - State: NC. (I )===='---<::), Whosepickinthebanjerhere? The mahogany neck has a rosewood fingerboard with pearl bowtie inlays. I've searched all over and I can't find a serial or model number anywhere on the instrument (even after taking the resonator off), and I'm thinking of selling it to buy something lighter and softer, but I'd like to know a little more about it before I decide on a price or whether to sell it at all. Whether you're looking for the latest guitar, a vintage mandolin, a used banjo, or accessories for all of the above, we have you . The Banjos comes with no manual or instructions. All rights reserved. This Alvarez Deluxe Banjo has an 11" multi-ply rim with a flathead tone ring. I've also looked at images of various Alvarez banjos and I've never found one exactly like it. Vintage made in Japan 1970's. banjohangout.org/myhangout/phobumid=594, smeester - Posted-04/30/2008: 06:47:40, yairi_luvr - Posted-06/20/2008: 08:23:37, Good link to Banjo section of 1982 catalog~ it's too bad they left the Whyte Eagle out it's on the previous page, but not shown as well as the other models. It has a 3-piece mahogany neck, and mahogany resonator with concentric purfling rings and wood marquetry. Because of the interest I shared with Paul in vintage Gold Star banjos, I have taken some liberties with this page. Hey YL,Hope you got my email. Orpheum (2) 2023 BanjoBuyer.com. Alvarez, though with a Spanish name, which reminds of classical guitars, is an American brand with mostly steel-stringed catalog. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. Recently restored and set up for Irish tuning (GDAE) by our senior luthier. excellent suggestion. You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/252934, tsigler - Posted-01/03/2013: 17:47:20. Google cosmetics to buy http://www.google.com alvarez guitar serial numbers It looks like a Silver Belle from the 1982 catalog that's posted in another thread, but the back is a dark tobacco burst, and the two circles on the backside have five lines: black, white, black, white, black. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Gibson Parts (2) Banjos 2 Click for PDF . . Shown and described are : TENOR BANJO models 6/274 , 6/174 and 6/74. to meet with Barry. It can make a song or, Alvarez is celebrating the return of rosewood to our guitars with two special dreadnoughts. Nice Tubaphone Copy w/Extra New SP Neck+Orig HSC (sold), Alvarez 4310 Archtop banjo, Japan Built! Shiga-san's site (Paul had missed that) and found nothing of interest except a Great Job Sweetwater, and Great job Clint for all the customer service you have provided over the years. Did the seller say when it was made? There appear to be 2 on eBay one of each peghead design the one that seems to be like yours is: ebay.com/itm/Alvarez-Denver-Be16f8e92ce. Ibanez (1) SOLD. Fairbanks-Vega (3) I have a couple pages from the '76 Alvarez catalog on my homepage showing the Denver Belle like I have. I never thought to check a garage sale for something like that~ most of the ones I've ever gone to, truly had nothing but JUNK. Richelieu (1) Fender (8) 100% satisfaction guaranteed. My account; 0 You have 0 items in your cart; Search. Vega (19) EUR Hey! Front Cover (shown left) Page 2 - General promotional information. A little disappointed but not overly upset.Stuff happens you know. Drum Dial Banjo Head Tension Meter. SPONSORED. Just wondering, did you get it off EBay this year? yairi_luvr - Posted-01/24/2009: 17:20:46. Same MOP at headstock, same MOP inlays in what I think is ebony fret board, no ID inlay at the bottom of the neck. History. FREE USA SHIPPING. Bishline (4) To learn more about our cookie policy, please visit our Privacy Policy. $650.00. Nechville (4) colin.org/Copywriting/Alvarez/Home.htmlMany thanks to Colin Campbell for making this special effort because of my request. 7 hours ago Alvarez is celebrating the return of rosewood to our guitars with two special dreadnoughts. Morgan Monroe (1) Sold out. I think the Model number was 4280, but I'm not sure about that. Iida 5 string Banjo W/Case (Independence, KY) Iida 5 string Banjo with Hard Shell Case and New Levys banjo strap. Banjos listed: *4285 Bluegrass *4289 Minstrel Five *4293 Silver Belle *4300 Denver Belle. Your banjo looks like a 4300 "Denver Belle". ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Helix (3) Ibanez (1) I have an Alvarez banjo that I'm trying to date for insurance purposes and honestly, out of curiosity also. 4-String Banjos. 10-1/2 inch rim, double co-ordinator rod, 22 round-point L-shoes, flat hooks, grooved tension hoop, snake-head peghead, no insignia, oval label inside rim. I purchased this banjo from my teacher in 2001. Vintage Alvarez Minstrel 5 string Banjo MADE IN JAPAN BANJO WAREHOUSE. the catalog pichas the installed capo. Which mics do you use on your acoustic? a series of banjo catalog pages and ads on his Web site. (expired), Fancy Alvarez BG Banjo-Now in Kit Form (sold), Alvarez Silver Bell Excellent Made in Japan (sold), **SALE PENDING**ALVAREZ SILVER PRINCESS 5 STRING RESONATOR BANJO WITH CASE (sold), Alvarez Fancy Masterclone-Minty w/Canadian HSC (sold), Alvarez 5 string banjo 70s $350 shipped (expired), Alvarez Silver Princess with hardshell case (sold), 1970s Alvarez Silver Princess Openback Banjo Very Nice PRICE DROP (sold), Alvarez Silver Belle 5 String Banjo: (sold). This is a 1970's Alvarez Deluxe 5-string banjo made in Japan. I'd love to see pix of it.. when you have the chance to upload~ ;0)YL, The one with all the dots was probally a Montana Star I have seen them with two different peg heads.Mitch MannsManns Guitar Academymannsguitaracademy.com/, jims38134 - Posted-06/22/2008: 17:32:45, Some Whyte Eagle pics on my homepage. It was made in Korea. Fastie, Baltimore, Maryland of the `` Denver Belle alvarez banjo catalog which reminds of classical guitars, is American! 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