Banjo Resonators



updated 1/12/2012


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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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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.
1960s Banjo Resonator- original US-made mahogany DEEP banjo resonator. 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. $45.00 ($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. $45.00 ($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
1920s Vega Flange Plate Set- original Vega individual resonator flanges. The set consists of 28 original nickel plated Vega flange plates. As used with original Vega "pie plate" resonators. Set in photos is sold but I have another set of 28 flanges available at $100. (no spacers...all flat flange plates..inquire.)




  • 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.