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This 1954 Harmony Electro Model H281 is a rare electric openback banjo featuring a bronze finish on a spruce top, plywood back and sides, and a poplar neck. It has a bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, a single-coil pickup, and an Elton tailpiece. Period chipboard case included. Made in the USA.
This product is in Fair Condition (Learn More)
Condition Notes: Needs electronic work, low pickup output, cleat cracks, fret level, saddle, etc. Delaminating finish. (This item is sold As-Is)× This used product is in Fair Condition
Fair condition items are used and have various imperfections that impact the function of the item. They aren’t broken but have minor functional issues and minor to severe cosmetic imperfections. Ideal for budget-conscious players or those willing to give it a little extra care.
Condition Notes: Needs electronic work, low pickup output, cleat cracks, fret level, saddle, etc. Delaminating finish. (This item is sold As-iS)
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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 N/A
- 1954
- Bronze finish
- Bound 11" spruce top and plywood back and sides
- Poplar neck
- Bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, pearloid dot inlays
- 22 frets, 1-1/8" nut, 27-1/8" scale
- One single-coil pickup, volume control
- Pot dated 51st week of 1953
- Dark-finished maple bridge
- Single-ply white pickguard
- Guitar-style open-gear tuners and geared 5th string, white buttons
- Armrest
- Elton tailpiece
- Peghead features white stenciled "Harmony | Electro"
- Chipboard case
- Made in USA
Harmony Electro Model H281 Openback Banjo (1954)
Harmony Electro Model H281 Openback Banjo (1954)
SKU: 60U-221221
This 1954 Harmony Electro Model H281 is a rare electric openback banjo featuring a bronze finish on a spruce top, plywood back and sides, and a poplar neck. It has a bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, a single-coil pickup, and an Elton tailpiece. Period chipboard case included. Made in the USA.
Condition Notes: Needs electronic work, low pickup output, cleat cracks, fret level, saddle, etc. Delaminating finish. (This item is sold As-Is)
Fair condition items are used and have various imperfections that impact the function of the item. They aren’t broken but have minor functional issues and minor to severe cosmetic imperfections. Ideal for budget-conscious players or those willing to give it a little extra care.
Condition Notes: Needs electronic work, low pickup output, cleat cracks, fret level, saddle, etc. Delaminating finish. (This item is sold As-iS)
Learn more about our condition ratings
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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 N/A
- 1954
- Bronze finish
- Bound 11" spruce top and plywood back and sides
- Poplar neck
- Bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, pearloid dot inlays
- 22 frets, 1-1/8" nut, 27-1/8" scale
- One single-coil pickup, volume control
- Pot dated 51st week of 1953
- Dark-finished maple bridge
- Single-ply white pickguard
- Guitar-style open-gear tuners and geared 5th string, white buttons
- Armrest
- Elton tailpiece
- Peghead features white stenciled "Harmony | Electro"
- Chipboard case
- Made in USA