1978 Iida Bella Donna Banjo

The banjo is a great part of the American tradition. In a much simpler era, the American family often turned to this magnificent instrument as a form of recreation. As the popularity of the banjo grew, so did the careful attention given to workmanship and design. The pre-war instruments were great achievements in construction, in attention to detail, and in excellence of tone. After the war, however, things began to change. The art of great banjo making diminished. The golden era was gone.

Now, twenty years later, Teruo Iida has modeled the Bella Donna after the great pre-war banjos. He has recaptured the lost art of banjo making. The Bella Donna will take purists back to the golden era. Extra special attention has been paid to the hand-carved decorations on the neck. Intricate etchings are hand-engraved into the chrome plated hardware. A unique classical inlay pattern of etched pearl sets the Bella Donna back in time. The sound has clarity of tone and projection to meet the demands of the professional musician. Try an Iida for tone and playability. The sound of America has been reborn at a price that will interest the casual picker, as well as the professional.

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