1980s Fender Leo five-string vintage resonator Banjo Made in Japan with hardshell case
$ 799.99
The Fender Leo was made in Japan when the Japanese perhaps made superior banjos to those made in the United States. This Leo was built to Gibson specifications and features a full-size tone ring and a 10-ply shell. It also has pot metal parts and high-quality keys. This particular Fender Leo belonged to an avid collector who had many banjos, so it was rarely played. It includes the original hardshell case.
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The Fender Leo was made in Japan when the Japanese perhaps made superior banjos to those made in the United States. This Leo was built to Gibson specifications and features a full-size tone ring and a 10-ply shell. It also has pot metal parts and high-quality keys. This particular Fender Leo belonged to an avid collector who had many banjos, so it was rarely played. It includes a hardshell case.
Condition: This banjo is in excellent condition for a vintage instrument. It has very little wear, and the frets are almost perfect.
Bottom line: This is a semi-professional banjo at a beginner price.
Note: we have close to 20 vintage 80s Fender Leos for sale so you may not receive the exact banjo pictured. If you have any specific preferences—e.g. clear vs. frosted head, fifth string capo or railroad spikes on specific frets, dot inlay vs more artistic inlay, original or upgraded case—please contact us after purchasing and we can pick out a banjo and case that suits you best.
Every Banjo we sell receives a professional setup in our shop at The Banjo Warehouse in Ohio.
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