Flinthill FHB-280 5-String Resonator Banjo – Used Very Good
Flinthill banjos are built by Saga Musical Instruments to pre-war specifications, and the company has earned a genuine reputation for delivering professional-grade tone and build quality at a price point that makes serious bluegrass banjo accessible to a much wider range of players. The FHB-280 sits in the mid-range of the Flinthill resonator lineup — a 5-string resonator banjo built with a mahogany neck and resonator that gives the instrument a warm, woody character with good projection and the focused punch that resonator construction is known for. The pre-war style rim construction, planetary tuners with geared 5th string peg, traditional armrest, coordinator rods, and maple bridge with ebony top are all details that reflect the serious intent behind the Flinthill design philosophy. This is a banjo built for players who want to learn and grow on a genuine instrument rather than a toy, and it holds its own in a jam setting.
This one plays well and is set up comfortably. The head is a bit dirty but in great shape — a wipe-down would bring it right back. Light tarnishing on the metal parts consistent with age and use. Minor fret wear in the first position that has no impact on playability. A solid, honest instrument at a real-world price.
- Make: Flinthill (Saga Musical Instruments)
- Model: FHB-280
- Configuration: 5-string resonator
- Neck: Mahogany
- Resonator: Mahogany
- Finish: Natural
- Fingerboard: Rosewood, dot inlays
- Scale length: 26-3/8"
- Tuners: Planetary with geared 5th string peg
- Hardware: Nickel, light tarnishing consistent with age
- Head: Good condition, needs cleaning
- Frets: Minor wear in first position, no impact on play
- Modifications: None
- Condition: Used Very Good – minor fret wear first position, dirty but good head, light hardware tarnishing, plays well
- Includes: None
Ships carefully packed and insured for full value. International buyers are welcome — please contact us for a shipping quote before purchasing.
About Mill River Music
Mill River Music is an independent, human-powered music shop located in downtown Northampton, MA, run by a team of players, enthusiasts, and certified repair technicians. Every piece of used gear we sell is personally inspected, tested, and set up before it ships — we don't list it until we'd be happy to play it ourselves.
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