Nicely aged 1967 Gibson Mastertone 4-string banjo – a fine example of Gibson’s Mastertone line.<\/p>\n
The Mastertone banjo series traces its roots back to the 1920s when Gibson introduced these instruments, quickly becoming a favorite among professional musicians and enthusiasts alike. Known for their powerful projection and clarity, Mastertone banjos have left an indelible mark on American music, particularly in bluegrass and folk genres.<\/p>\n
Throughout its history, the Gibson Mastertone has been wielded by numerous influential musicians, including Earl Scruggs, who pioneered the three-finger banjo picking style synonymous with bluegrass music. Other notable players include Ralph Stanley, J.D. Crowe, and Bela Fleck, all of whom have contributed to the instrument’s enduring legacy.<\/p>\n
This banjo is in great condition, with no breaks or repairs. There is some standard fret wear, but no gouges or marks, and the banjo plays well. Rim is also in good condition, with no delamination. Includes case.<\/p>\n
SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n Year: 1967-68 Nicely aged 1967 Gibson Mastertone 4-string banjo – a fine example of Gibson’s Mastertone line. The Mastertone banjo series traces its roots back to the 1920s when Gibson introduced these instruments, quickly becoming a favorite among professional musicians and enthusiasts alike. Known for their powerful projection and clarity, Mastertone banjos have left an indelible mark […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":44615,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[215,206],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-44614","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-banjo","product_cat-vintage","brand-gibson","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
\nModel: Gibson Mastertone 4-string banjo
\nBody Wood: Mahogany
\nNeck Wood: Mahogany
\nFingerboard: Ebony
\nScale Length: 26 3\/8 inches
\nNumber of Frets: 19
\nNut Width: 1 3\/16 inches
\nBridge: Maple with Ebony Cap
\nHardware: Nickel-plated
\nInlays: Mother-of-Pearl “Bow Tie”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"