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Gibson Mastertone : Flathead 5-String Banjos of the 1930s And 1940s by Jim Mills (2009, Trade Paperback)

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Gibson's Mastertones by Jim Mills, Jim Filippi. Title Gibson's Mastertones. Author Jim Mills, Jim Filippi. Publisher Centerstream Publishing. Format Paperback.

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(Reference). While Gibson produced literally thousands of banjos prior to WWII, only a handful were made in the now most desirable configuration: the Original Flathead Five-String Mastertone. Since Earl Scruggs helped to make them the most sought-after banjos in the world over 60 years ago, these instruments have amassed a cult-like following. These particular banjos featured a completely innovative design when the Gibson Company introduced them around 1930. They have since become the benchmark in design, sound quality, and just sheer power among banjo players. They have therefore also become the inspiration for nearly every successful 5-string banjo that has been manufactured for the past five decades. Like Martin Dreadnaught and Fender Stratocaster guitars, the Gibson Mastertone Banjo has achieved an exalted status: It is appreciated far beyond its utilitarian purpose as a musical instrument, and considered a truly original American art form. The Mastertone design and style are instantly recognizable by musicians and music lovers around the world, even if imitated by other manufacturers. Of the 130 or so Original Flathead Five-String Mastertones known to exist, 19 of the absolute best are featured here. The Scruggs, Reno, Jenkins, Crowe, Osborne, Huber and Mills banjos are shown in all of their glory, with details of their known histories and provenances, as well as never-before-seen photos, bills of sale, factory shipping ledgers, and other ephemera relating to these rare and highly desirable instruments.

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Publisher
Centerstream Publishing
ISBN-10
1574242466
ISBN-13
9781574242461
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72513079

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Book Title
Gibson Mastertone : Flathead 5-String Banjos of the 1930s and 1940s
Author
Jim Mills
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Musical Instruments / Guitar, Musical Instruments / Strings
Publication Year
2009
Genre
Music
Number of Pages
168 Pages

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Item Length
11 in
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Item Weight
17.6 Oz

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item 1 Gibson's Mastertones: Flathead 5-String Banjos of the 1930s and 1940s by Jim Mil
AU $64.76
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item 2 Gibson Mastertone Flathead 5-String Banjos of the 1930s and 1940s Book 000001241
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4 out of 5 stars
by boysenberr6w4n28 Aug, 2009
Mixed feelings
The information that Mr. Mills presents is quite useful, and some of it corrects previous misconceptions. The photographs are spectacular and the book is presented in a conversational style, so it is easy to read. It is loaded with mis-punctuations and grammatical errors which, for me, somewhat reduced its impact. Others who've read it disagree with me, but it appears that such is the case because of their own personal lack of grammatical savoir-faire.
5 out of 5 stars
by stevharrol_329 Aug, 2018
Good information
Good solid information and great photos. I misplaced the copy I had, and replaced it with another.
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5 out of 5 stars
by davidmcl23 Jan, 2019
Awesome book
Great eye candy, with detailed history and wonderful stories.
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2 out of 5 stars
by monroejohn12301 Aug, 2023
The Gibson bible
a must have for any serious Gibson collector information in this book, fantastic!!!!!!!
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5 out of 5 stars
by 22redwing28 Mar, 2011
The Ultimate Gibson Flathead Banjo Book!
This is really the best documentation of the pre WWII Gibson Mastertone Flathead banjos. The photography is excellent and the descriptions and anecdotal information is priceless. Jim Mills is a great player who knows more about these old Gibson banjos than anyone out there. A wonderfully well written book, full of eye candy, facts--- and highly recommended!!

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