{"product_id":"custom-luthier-5-string-bluegrass-banjo-by-esa-hokkanen-varve-oy-1989-gibson-mastertone-replica-used","title":"Custom Luthier 5-String Bluegrass Banjo by Esa Hokkanen (Varve Oy, 1989) – Gibson Mastertone Replica (used)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCustom Luthier 5-String Bluegrass Banjo by Esa Hokkanen is a truly unique piece of Finnish luthier history. This is a premium, custom-built 5-string Bluegrass banjo handmade by the highly respected luthier Esa Hokkanen (Varve Oy, Jyväskylä). Built in 1989 (serial stamped 3 1989), this instrument was crafted as a high-end tribute to the legendary Gibson Mastertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt features exquisite craftsmanship, high-grade materials, and a powerful, authentic pre-war style bluegrass bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eModel Style: 5-String Gibson Mastertone Tribute\/Replika.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNeck \u0026amp; Resonator: Stunning flamed maple with a rich, glossy sunburst finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFretboard: Premium dark fretboard adorned with the iconic, highly detailed \"Hearts \u0026amp; Flowers\" mother-of-pearl inlays and a custom \"Mastertone\" block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHeadstock: Classic Gibson-style double-cut headstock featuring beautiful custom pearl inlays of the luthier’s name \"Hokkanen\" and floral motifs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHardware: Equipped with high-quality planetary tuners with pearloid buttons, a beautifully engraved chrome armrest, a vintage-style tailpiece, and a premium Five-Star banjokalvo (head).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eElectronics: Outfitted with a high-quality integrated pickup system connected to an external rim-mounted control unit (Volume\/Tone) – completely stage- and gig-ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Inclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Flawless condition. The banjo has been kept meticulously. Bellows\/rim structure are solid, the neck is perfectly straight, frets show minimal to no wear, and the setup is low and fast. The electronics and mechanics function flawlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIncluded: Comes with a fitted vintage hard-shell case in excellent condition to protect this masterpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is not a mass-produced factory instrument; it is a one-of-a-kind collector’s item and a professional-grade workhorse built by one of Finland's finest vintage guitar and banjo experts of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWorldwide shipping can be discussed, but local pickup in Helsinki is highly preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epiphone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59659989188956,"sku":null,"price":1447.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2097\/2987\/files\/CustomLuthier5-StringBluegrassBanjobyEsaHokkanen_VarveOy_1989_GibsonMastertoneReplica_1.jpg?v=1793102154","url":"https:\/\/www.aronsoitin.com\/products\/custom-luthier-5-string-bluegrass-banjo-by-esa-hokkanen-varve-oy-1989-gibson-mastertone-replica-used","provider":"Aron Soitin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}