• Front and side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo

    Made in Japan by Iida in the 1970's for distribution in the US by George Gruhn, Tut Taylor and Randy Woods. This GTR has a bright, banging sound, made with quality parts and construction. Nice inlay work on the fingerboard and peghead. Bargain bluegrass time! Hardshell case. Made in Japan. On Consignment.


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  • Front and side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Full front and side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Bridge of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Armrest of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Front neck joint of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Fretboard of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Headstock of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Tuners of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Neck joint and flange of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Inside rim of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Neck joint of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Back and side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Full back and side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Side of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Front of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Case for GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
  • Full front of GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880

  • Built by Iida
  • No SN
  • 1974-1978
  • Dark finish on mahogany neck and resonator with concentric circles
  • 11” top frosted 
  • 11/16” multi-ply maple rim
  • Two-piece flange
  • Flathead tone ring
  • 24 brackets/shoes
  • Notched tension hoop
  • 22-fret white-bound rosewood fingerboard
  • 1-3/16” nut, 26-1/2” scale
  • Wreath-style pearl fingerboard inlays
  • Shubb 5th string sliding capo installed
  • Kerschner style tailpiece
  • Dual coordinator rods
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Black peghead overlay features logo, flowers, and wreaths
  • Waverly style tuners
  • 5th-string geared peg with pearloid button
  • Armrest
  • Hardshell case (black lining)
  • Made in Japan
  • Consignment

GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo (1974 -78)

GTR 5-String Resonator Banjo (1974 -78)

Expert Setup
Intl. Fees
Used

SKU: 70U-222357

$1,250 USD
$1,250.00 USD
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Made in Japan by Iida in the 1970's for distribution in the US by George Gruhn, Tut Taylor and Randy Woods. This GTR has a bright, banging sound, made with quality parts and construction. Nice inlay work on the fingerboard and peghead. Bargain bluegrass time! Hardshell case. Made in Japan. On Consignment.

This product is in Excellent condition (Learn More)
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880

  • Built by Iida
  • No SN
  • 1974-1978
  • Dark finish on mahogany neck and resonator with concentric circles
  • 11” top frosted 
  • 11/16” multi-ply maple rim
  • Two-piece flange
  • Flathead tone ring
  • 24 brackets/shoes
  • Notched tension hoop
  • 22-fret white-bound rosewood fingerboard
  • 1-3/16” nut, 26-1/2” scale
  • Wreath-style pearl fingerboard inlays
  • Shubb 5th string sliding capo installed
  • Kerschner style tailpiece
  • Dual coordinator rods
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Black peghead overlay features logo, flowers, and wreaths
  • Waverly style tuners
  • 5th-string geared peg with pearloid button
  • Armrest
  • Hardshell case (black lining)
  • Made in Japan
  • Consignment
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