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1979-80 Fender LEO DELUXE Banjo w/Case! Pro Upgrades! Hang Tags! Bluegrass Dream
Estimated price for orientation: 999 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Fender Skill Level: Advanced Banjo Type: 5 string banjo Items Included: Case, Picks Model: Leo Deluxe Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan Number of Strings: 5 Era: 1979 Dexterity: Right Handed
I ship international.First off, let me state that I am NOT an authority on banjos. I pluck around on them, but I'm not an authority on the ins-and-outs, details and complexities that I know is in the "banjo circle."I do know this is a late-70's/early 80's Fender "Leo Deluxe" Model banjo that was Made in Japan. These banjos have quite a reputation by themselves. This is a very nice example and has had some upgrades/changes that should increase its value and appeal to players. I can see that the tuners were upgraded. The two lower tuners are Five-Star tuners. The two upper tuners are Drop-D tuners, but I'm not sure who made them.There is a Shubb sliding capo and 5th-string tuner. It looks like the rim and the armrest are upgrades. They both have some very decorative engravings. From my research of this model, they didn't have this fancy trim from the factory. The Eagle in the resonator may or may not be original. I can tell it's a decal and it looks awesome with the clear head. It has the original tags, warranty and tons of case candy. Some of the original parts are in the pile o' parts. There are some capos, 6 tuners, various other parts- case key, allen wrenches, drum tightening tools, etc.. The last photo shows all of the extras.The banjo plays and sounds AMAZING! It's heavy and LOUD! Very crisp tone and very clear and resonant. I'm not a formidable banjo player, but I enjoy playing it. It makes me sound better than I really am. I'm actually content to hang on to it and learn more. It's a very nice instrument.The original Fender case is included and is also very clean and intact. The case key is included!If you have any information on the upgrades, I'd love to hear it!Thanks!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Fender |
| Skill Level: | Advanced | Banjo Type: | 5 string banjo |
| Items Included: | Case, Picks | Model: | Leo Deluxe |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Japan | Number of Strings: | 5 |
| Era: | 1979 | Dexterity: | Right Handed |
I ship international.First off, let me state that I am NOT an authority on banjos. I pluck around on them, but I'm not an authority on the ins-and-outs, details and complexities that I know is in the "banjo circle."I do know this is a late-70's/early 80's Fender "Leo Deluxe" Model banjo that was Made in Japan. These banjos have quite a reputation by themselves. This is a very nice example and has had some upgrades/changes that should increase its value and appeal to players. I can see that the tuners were upgraded. The two lower tuners are Five-Star tuners. The two upper tuners are Drop-D tuners, but I'm not sure who made them.There is a Shubb sliding capo and 5th-string tuner. It looks like the rim and the armrest are upgrades. They both have some very decorative engravings. From my research of this model, they didn't have this fancy trim from the factory. The Eagle in the resonator may or may not be original. I can tell it's a decal and it looks awesome with the clear head. It has the original tags, warranty and tons of case candy. Some of the original parts are in the pile o' parts. There are some capos, 6 tuners, various other parts- case key, allen wrenches, drum tightening tools, etc.. The last photo shows all of the extras.The banjo plays and sounds AMAZING! It's heavy and LOUD! Very crisp tone and very clear and resonant. I'm not a formidable banjo player, but I enjoy playing it. It makes me sound better than I really am. I'm actually content to hang on to it and learn more. It's a very nice instrument.The original Fender case is included and is also very clean and intact. The case key is included!If you have any information on the upgrades, I'd love to hear it!Thanks!