Banjo Resonators



updated 9/1/2010

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Offering a select listing of original banjo parts for restorations.

Please note- ALL the parts I have are listed.... I do not keep a want list for parts.
If it is not listed I simply do NOT have it. Sorry but I just don't have time to reply to emails requesting parts not listed here...
...this (in advance) is the only reply I offer to all such inquiries ..."I don't HAVE it if it's not listed..."


Always seeking old banjos, guitars, guitar parts, etc. Been known to trade for leads resulting in the purchase of high quality vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, ukes,etc..Top Prices Paid for clean original stuff...

The "more photos" link brings up a page with more photos and Paypal BUY NOW buttons for convenient online purchases.
All overseas buyers must order from the "more photos" page which has this paypal button at the bottom of the page that will include overseas postage. Postage listed here below is generally for US only.
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1930s Vega Resonator & flanges- original "pie plate" 13 1/2" diameter Vega resonator with original 4 piece flange and original dowel attachment hardware. Very Good Condition $150. ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1920s Vega Resonator & flanges- original "pie plate" 13 1/2" diameter blonde Vega resonator with original 28 individual flanges and original dowel attachment hardware. Very Good Condition More Photos STOLEN JULY 29, 2010

...update Warwick Police identified the thief on our surveillance cameras and made an arrest. Items have not yet been recovered. If you have any information as to their location please notify us or Warwick Police.
1930s Vega Resonator & EMBOSSED flanges- original "pie plate" 13 1/2" diameter Vega resonator with 28 original EMBOSSED individual flange plates and original dowel attachment hardware. Rare original BLONDE finish..$195. ($20.00 postage US addresses) More Photos
1930s Vega Resonator & flanges- original "pie plate" 13 1/2" diameter Vega resonator with original 4 piece flange and original dowel attachment hardware. Pretty Clean one $175. ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1960s Banjo Resonator- original mahogany DEEP resonator from a Kay banjo. Outside diameter is 13 1/2", Outside depth is 2 1/2", Inside diameter is 12 3/4", Diameter across inside "lips" is 13". Includes two mounting screws and knurled thumbscrews. $57.50 ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1960s Banjo Resonator- original mahogany DEEP resonator from a Kay banjo. Outside diameter is 13 1/2", Outside depth is 2 1/2", Inside diameter is 12 3/4", Diameter across inside "lips" is 13". Includes two mounting screws and knurled thumbscrews. $47.50 ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1920s Slingerland Maybell Resonator- original prewar MAYBELL (by Slingerland) walnut banjo resonator and flange assembly that is in very good fully original condition with original dowel stick attachment fitting. (I may have another one similar to this from a Nite Hawk Slingerland) $79.99 ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1920s Slingerland Maybell Resonator- original prewar MAYBELL (by Slingerland) walnut banjo resonator and flange assembly that is in very good fully original condition with original dowel stick attachment fitting. (I may have another one similar to this...from a Nite Hawk Slingerland ) $79.99 ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos
1920s Banjo Resonator- original maple resonator back for some anonymous banjo... $50. ($14.95 postage US addresses) More Photos




  • I recently took a hit on a banjo purchased from Bill's Music in Maryland. (Ebay user ID: billsmusic) The photos , strategically provided to keep undisclosed damage hidden, did not show obvious, extensive damage to the interior of the banjo. Contacted the seller who claimed all sales were "final with no returns". Not the kind of folks I want to do business with again.