The only other thing stamped on the dowel other than the serial number is "made by the Vega Company Boston Massachusetts" and 3 date patents. The most reasonably-priced quality banjo on the market. Offered for sale is an original condition 4 string banjo. Here's a few more pictures that show the color of the resonator, and the flange on my banjo is a little different. Hatfield Banjos The Keepers: Kentucky km900, looking for next one. I'm really excited my question brought me here. Forums are great, especially the smaller focused forums like this one. The Little … $400.00: Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo w Original Case. Well, thanks for coming here to ask. We love pictures of banjos here. Figured it out finally, here's some pictures. I'm a cook, and after a summer road trip I came back to work and got tendonitis, and had to take a break from playing for a few months.  Collector's Corner So if mine being done correctly, would put it at around 1957. Doesn't look like a Vegavox to me. Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. Vega Little Wonder 19 fret tenor banjo. Hide these Google ads: join the Players Union! Burnt orange finish with some flaking. Thank you! Some of the tension hooks & nuts don’t match. New hooks and nuts. Oh well. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/08/2016:  16:07:49. I am trying to find out if this Banjo is original or a reproduction. The shorter tenor neck will not have as many blocks as the longer 5-string or Plectrum neck. Thanks again for your reply. I am always lurking here reading certain stuff, but I'm always shy about joining forums. Martin built 55 VIP-T instruments between 1972-79. vega little wonder-05. This Vega Little Wonder tenor banjo probably dates to 1920's, according to the serial number of 63191 (printed both on the dowelstick and the inside of the rim). Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright 2021 Banjo Hangout. 98150...........................1933. Built using a Maple for the rim and neck, with an Ebony fingerboard, a truss rod and 11 inch pot, the Vega Little Wonder is ideal for Frailing and Clawgrass styles. Vega Little Wonder Mando-Banjo. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/10/2016:  12:37:48. Correction. vega little wonder-01. I was playing on a Deering Goodtime, but I found this Vega in a Guitar Center in my city, and I pretty much fell in love with it. Congratulations!GerryH, brittneysuep - Posted - 12/10/2016:  17:27:22. The Vox would be a top-tension banjo with a deep resonator. Serial numbers match. Has been taken apart and gone through. The original records of the Vega company from that time do not exist, as far as anyone knows. I don't know why that was so difficult for me to see in the first place. 19 frets. It's a Professionsl Tenor according to the 1963 catalog. vega little wonder-03. Beautiful tortoise shell binding on ring. If you continue, we will assume that you agree to. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/10/2016:  17:03:55. I have what I believe to be a Vega Vegavox 1 tenor banjo, however I am a little confused on how serial numbers work. I would love it there was a model name stamp. The Vega Little Wonder is a versatile, bright, responsive banjo with a very modest price made in America. Anyway when I first started playing tenor I was learning standard CGDA, but quickly went over to chicago tuning so that I could busk with my boyfriend who plays guitar (just because I already knew the chords, not that I necessarily like it better than standard) and as of about 4 months ago went back to really focusing of CGDA tuning, and pretty much just play old ragtime songs, and some others. vega little wonder-06. 10 watching. The neck is made of maple, peghead with mother of pearl inlay, … This Vega Little Wonder tenor banjo probably dates to 1920s, according to the serial number of 63191 printed both on the dowelstick and the inside of the rim. I think that's a fancy word for plastic. Vintage Vega 5-String Banjo w/ Original Case - Serial #1. The banjo pictured is a tenor, but has the same appointments of the banjo I remember seeing Jones holding in … The ornamentation is the same as a Vox 1 but the resonator is different. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/09/2016:  17:06:30, brittneysuep - Posted - 12/09/2016:  17:19:55. G Edward Porgie - Posted - 12/10/2016:  07:01:26. 1927 Vega Little Wonder 19 fret tenor banjo in perfect condition. Antique 1920's VEGA Fairbanks "Little Wonder" Tenor Banjo, … Together they create a beautiful tone. Contact United States Shopping Cart (0) ... We use cookies to continuously improve your experience at vega.com. 10-15/16" maple rim with a pro natural refinish. Has Remo fiberskyn head, original metal tone-hoop, No-knot reproduction tailpiece, chrome plated Elton tuners. ... or Best Offer. Nice solid ‘29 Vega Little Wonder 10 15/16” tenor banjo. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. $85.65 shipping. Wow that's a great thing to see! A: Serial #91892 is the earliest collected banjo with the bolts through the rim. I am so absolutely in love with it. 1925 Vega Little Wonder Banjo Rim. There were a number of Tubaphones with the same basic construction. $1,540.00. The 1960's Vega Wonder Tenor Banjo has an estimated value on the current market for an average of $1***-**-****.00 if sold at an auction(a local auction ) it would sell for a little less,at around $1***-**-****.00, if this were sold in a High End Shop in a larger city it would sell for $2400.00 and up depending on the My question is, do serial numbers have to match exactly to some database of numbers, or can they vary a little bit? 98314...........................98149............. ..1932. Photos . Close. This is a 17-fret 4-string tenor banjo.This banjo has a natural skin head, probably of relatively recent age as it's in great condition. Very good condition. The story of how Greg Deering came to own the 200-year-old Vega trademark is one of childhood dreams and an unmissable opportunity. Referring to a later catalog from the mid 1950's, it appears that Vega was still calling one of their banjos available in either "tenor, plectrum or five string" a "Little Wonder." myVEGA. $450. Some are technically necessary to be able to provide you with our services. Modern German KBM Planetary Geared Pegs. I … Hi there. Would that be true for FiberSkin head too? I'm not sure if that exactly answers the question of what style I play, but I think so! The serial number on both the dowel and the pot is 99333, and I haven't been able to find that number anywhere online that lists serial numbers for Vega's, and there also isn't a model name. The old catalogs are so cool. This is a 17-fret 4-string tenor banjo.This banjo has a natural skin head, … What style do you play? I suppose I was under the impression serial numbers were identical.  ARCHIVED TOPIC: Vega Tenor Serial number, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. Thank you. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/10/2016:  12:28:02, mikehalloran - Posted - 12/10/2016:  12:34:24. This used Vega Little Wonder is a nice little tenor banjo that sounds great and still plays remarkably well after nearly 90 years of action. Bonjour Bernard- Your VIP (Very Important Player) tenor banjo serial number 1040 was one of three VIP-T banjos manufactured by C.F. All Forums Do you have any pictures? Luckily for me it started getting better--still taking it slow but I'm extremely please to start playing again on this beauty. Tenor and Plectrum Guitars; 5-String Banjos; 6 string Guitars; Banjo Ukes - Ukulele's; ... Fairbanks-Vega Serial Numbers; Contact; About; Banjo for sale 1920s Vega Little Wonder. vega little wonder 4 string banjo serial#90151 dates somewhere around 1930s looks to be all original in good shape for the age has hard case has small... more 1993 DEERING IVANHOE 5-STRING BANJO with original HSC The numbers vary. Welcome to the hangout, great to hear you play, and great find. Steve, I am reading the Fairbanks-Vega serial number list published in the June 1978 issue of Pickin' Magazine. Vega (used, 1927) Little Wonder tenor banjo Tag N o 39-1068 Used #75120, in very good plus condition with worn original hard shell case. $63.65 shipping. THE WORLD IS A BETTER PLACE JUST FOR YOUR SMILE! "Bargain instruments are no bargains if you can't play them". This banjo features a violin grade maple neck and a 3-ply violin grade maple rim. 95374...........................97962............. ..1931. Vega Tenor Banjos. The Vega Little Wonder Open Back 5 String Banjo is an excellent, entry level but high quality instrument built by Deering in Spring Valley, California with all the quality of a Deering. Both of these have the same size rim and tone ring system, comprised of a simple “steel wire” on top of the laminated wood rim. $144.90 shipping. This was "possibly done or a customer, but I have another take on that. What do you plan to do with this banjo, do you play? I've never put much thought into it until this Vega became apart of my life. $1,625.00. It looks like a '50s VIP, I think. Banjo is in very good condition no notable dings or scratches, no wear on finish, and no cracks. I'm new to the vintage instrument owning (I have an old concertone tenor that a friend gave me but its unplayable) and I figured this was good a place as any to ask a question. I have what I believe to be a Vega Vegavox 1 tenor banjo, however I am a little confused on how serial numbers work. 98185...........................1934. Since that day in 1989, Deering has breathed new life into the Vega name, blending over a century of tradition with Deering's banjo building expertise, to create a range of heritage rich open back and longneck banjos that are as integral to the … Will consider trades for 17 fret open back tenor of same value. brittneysuep - Posted - 12/08/2016:  18:10:10. The first type and base model was the Style N, followed by the Style Little Wonder. They differed slightly in ornamentation so I could be wrong on the actual model name. Used - Excellent Condition So upon further reading, I realized it said to find the number which is closest to your instrument's serial number, and to estimate the year from that. 1,203. Andy FitzGibbon - Posted - 12/08/2016:  15:59:32. Q: Which flanges came first on Vega banjos, was it the 4 piece or the 28 piece? Input your 8 digit instrument serial number for manuals, certificates and information relating to your device. It wasn't until I asked that I figured it out. Post a picture when you have a chance. FOUR STRING & MANDOLIN BANJOS This banjo is a very interesting collaboration between 2 instrument makers in Boston Massachusetts The banjo is a 1920s Vega Little Wonder, 17 fret tenor banjo, open back 28 bracket hook,10-15/16" rim assembly It was taken to the Stromberg shop and modified. This banjo was made by the Vega Company in Boston, Massachusetts, around 1929. This is probably the best source of numbers remaining. All original in excellent condition and so easy to play, very much sought after especially as a first upgrade from beginner banjo. It does indeed. vega little wonder-02. Deering Vega Senator. vega little wonder-04. gtan7; Thank for tips on starting head and strings loose. 1929 Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo. vega little wonder-08.  Other Banjo-Related Topics All Rights Reserved. I was looking for an antique vega for a while, glad this one so happened to be in my area! I had been looking for an old vega from the 20-s originally, and I found a Little Wonder in the pawn shop, but didn't grab it. I will post some pictures when I get home, and I do play. This 18-fret banjo has a natural finish and a two piece maple neck with a dark stripe down the middle. New TKL Hard case. Photos. The other digits in the serial number can tell you when your banjo was made. Reverb is a marketplace bringing together a wide-spanning community to buy, sell, and discuss all things music gear. $900.00. This Vega Little Wonder tenor banjo probably dates to 1920s, according to the serial number of 63191 printed both on the dowelstick and the inside of the rim. 2). http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/325406, 'Where The Dim Lights Are The Dimmest - all backup', 'I guess it's easier to break the normal clawhammer mode sometimes'. By Chris "Bucket" Thomas in forum Vintage Instruments, By Ken Berner in forum Vintage Instruments, https://www.elderly.com/ghs-gmb-mand...string-set.htm, https://www.banjohangout.org/archive/220483, Jams, Workshops, Camps, Places To Meet Others, Technique, Theory, Playing Tips and Tricks, Bluegrass, Newgrass, Country, Gospel Variants, Old-Time, Roots, Early Country, Cajun, Tex-Mex, Jazz/Blues Variants, Bossa, Choro, Klezmer, Celtic, U.K., Nordic, Quebecois, European Folk, Orchestral, Classical, Italian, Medieval, Renaissance, Octaves, Zouks, Citterns, Tenors and Electrics, If this is your first visit, be sure to A little fret-wear, A little forward bow, but nice low action. $250. 1920s Vega Little Wonder Tenor 4-String Banjo w Original Case. It should provide many hours of playing enjoyment. Thanks for the welcome! How neat to see it listed in a period catalog. The serial number "50940" dates it back to 1921. The serial number on both the dowel and the pot is 99333, and I haven't been able to find that number anywhere online that lists serial numbers for Vega's, and there also isn't a model name. It seems to coincide roughly with the introduction of the Vox models, the earliest serial number of which I have recorded is 93828. Later I found the Vega I have now, and here we are. check out the. The head is 11 3/4", with a 9/16" Maple rim and tortoise binding around its rim, while the 1/4" metal tone ring is integrated with the rim itself. do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers Thanks much for your help. It has a natural finish, and a two-piece Maple neck with a dark center stripe down it. Shout out to Mike for that. All of the lists available are extrapolated from historical knowledge, sales receipts, ect. Fairbanks made by the Vega company of Boston, MA. These are the words of J. Garber. You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/325406, brittneysuep - Posted - 12/08/2016:  15:47:54. Overall this is excellently playable $600.00 The banjo listed for $556 in the 1971 price list without case. I just started doing more research and wasn't quite sure how serial numbers worked, and wanted to know a bit more info about it. Tailpiece is a grover. It sounds amazing and it is in wonderful condition. The most reasonably-priced quality banjo on the market. New frets,head and set up GDAE. Martin in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, in mid 1974 per Shop Order #2217. 14 watching. This Vega Little Wonder tenor banjo probably dates to 1920's, according to the serial number of 63191 (printed both on the dowelstick and the inside of the rim). If anyone could help me figure this out or point me in the right direction I'd be forever grateful. I love it no matter what it is, and I'm not looking to sell it so it's not imparitive for me to know, I'm just curious. 1920 Vega Style K Rim. 'How do I block forum notifications' 57 min, 'Where The Dim Lights Are The Dimmest - all backup' 2 hrs, 'Swallow's Tail/ John Naughton's(Reels)' 3 hrs, 'I guess it's easier to break the normal clawhammer mode sometimes' 8 hrs. VINTAGE VEGA CO LITTLE WONDER BANJO 41814 FAIRBANKS BOSTON MASS. Brittney - you've got yourself a gem of a Vega tenor. 1920s Vega Little Wonder Tenor 4-String Banjo w Original Case. vega 39864 little wonder Is Similar To: Tenor Banjo Tubaphone 1924-1925 Vega Fairbanks Tu-ba-phone (42% similar) . DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. Thanks for the insight, much appreciated. It is a Four-String Banjo, Soloist Model, Serial #87500, with a seven-lap laminated maple rim, gold-finish top hoop and hooks, new design flanges and 28 brackets, patented Tu-ba phone tone tube and bracket band in a nickel finish. mikehalloran - Posted - 12/10/2016:  16:25:55. I'm pretty sure it had the same name in the 1950s when yours was made. Open-Back. The serial number is 36228, which should indicate that it was made prior to 1920.

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