• Full front and side of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)

    For almost a century this jazz-era Gibson tenor banjo has stood the test of time. It has a maple resonator, neck and 3/4" rim, 11" Fiberskyn head and strap button installed, with a 1-piece diamond flange. Features include an 18-fret ebonized pearwood fingerboard with pearl dot inlays. Bright sound, plays great! Original hard shell case. Made in USA. 


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    Condition Notes: minor playing wear on resonator, worn case

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  • Front and side of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Tailpiece of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Bridge and tailpiece of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Front body and neck join of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Fretboard of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Front headstock of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Back headstock of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Neck joint of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Inside rim of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Serial Number on resonator of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Serial number on rim of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Heel of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Back and side of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Full back and side of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Side of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Front of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Case for Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
  • Full front of Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)
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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

  • SN 8649-5
  • 1927
  • Dark brown finish 
  • Maple (single bound) resonator, neck and 3/4" rim
  • 11" Elite Fiberskyn head installed
  • Brass hoop tone ring
  • 1-piece diamond flange 
  • 22 brackets, bolts and L-shoes
  • Grooved tension hoop
  • Single coordinator rod
  • 18-fret ebonized pearwood fingerboard with pearl dots
  • 20-3/4" scale, 1-1/8" nut
  • "V" neck profile
  • Tension tailpiece
  • Peghead features black overlay and comes to small peak in center
  • Friction tuners with cream plastic buttons
  • Strap button installed
  • Tuned CGDA
  • Original hard shell case (green lining)
  • Made in Kalamazoo, USA    

Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)

Gibson TB-1 Tenor Banjo (1927)

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SKU: 80U-212889

$750 USD
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For almost a century this jazz-era Gibson tenor banjo has stood the test of time. It has a maple resonator, neck and 3/4" rim, 11" Fiberskyn head and strap button installed, with a 1-piece diamond flange. Features include an 18-fret ebonized pearwood fingerboard with pearl dot inlays. Bright sound, plays great! Original hard shell case. Made in USA. 

This product is in Very Good condition (Learn More)

Condition Notes: minor playing wear on resonator, worn case
More Details

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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

  • SN 8649-5
  • 1927
  • Dark brown finish 
  • Maple (single bound) resonator, neck and 3/4" rim
  • 11" Elite Fiberskyn head installed
  • Brass hoop tone ring
  • 1-piece diamond flange 
  • 22 brackets, bolts and L-shoes
  • Grooved tension hoop
  • Single coordinator rod
  • 18-fret ebonized pearwood fingerboard with pearl dots
  • 20-3/4" scale, 1-1/8" nut
  • "V" neck profile
  • Tension tailpiece
  • Peghead features black overlay and comes to small peak in center
  • Friction tuners with cream plastic buttons
  • Strap button installed
  • Tuned CGDA
  • Original hard shell case (green lining)
  • Made in Kalamazoo, USA    
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