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The No. 7 grade means the finest appointments available: detailed engraving on the metal parts, high-quality figured maple, and the kind of careful attention to construction that puts these instruments in a category of their own among American-made banjos of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is in Very Good condition and delivers the authority and clarity that the Whyte Laydie name promises. If you are a serious old-time player or a collector of early American fretted instruments, the No. 7 is as good as it gets. The headstock and fingerboard inlay feature foliate and floral designs; a griffin graces the back of the headstock, and a floral pattern adorns the heel cap. 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Serial number 17096 places it around 1895, right in the middle of the parlor music era when instruments like this were a fixture in the drawing rooms of middle-class American homes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Regent grade is Fairbanks's mid-level appointment package: good-looking, well-built, and representative of the company's general quality standards without reaching into the premium tiers. The smaller body and higher tuning give the banjorine a bright, crisp, and penetrating tone that is immediately distinctive and quite appealing in solo or ensemble playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good condition. A relatively rare format in a well-documented Fairbanks grade. 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He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins, and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. A thoughtful pairing that gives you the best of both worlds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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Fairbanks (Tubaphone No. 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 79795\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck built by John Gough, a respected name in contemporary banjo making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the Marvin Rosenberg Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marvin Rosenberg Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e This banjo comes from the collection of Marvin Rosenberg — patriarch, attorney, corporate counsel, competitive sports car racer, and lifelong lover of folk and Americana music. For decades, Marvin showed up to jam sessions and bluegrass venues with friends, and that same passion shaped his instrument collection. He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins, and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. A well-considered and musically excellent combination.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePerfect for serious collectors and discerning performers alike — own a rare heirloom from the pre-fire golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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Whether you are a dedicated collector looking for a museum-quality specimen or a musician seeking an authentic vintage voice, this Fairbanks \u0026amp; Cole banjo offers remarkable playability, historical significance, and a timeless aesthetic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. An exceptional opportunity to own a piece of acoustic history!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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For decades, Marvin showed up to jam sessions and bluegrass venues with friends, and that same passion shaped his instrument collection. He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. A rare slice of musical heritage, ready to be played!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. It is accurate to the best of our ability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fairbanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49086001021113,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/5295\/5065\/files\/C1912VegaFairbanksTubapohoneNo2Serial_29430Front.webp?v=1789418263"},{"product_id":"1910-fairbanks-whyte-laydie-pot-serial-26620-with-wyatt-fawley-reproduction-neck","title":"1910 Fairbanks Whyte Laydie Pot Serial # 26620 with Wyatt Fawley Reproduction Neck","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis exceptional instrument brings together historical 20th-century tone and premier modern craftsmanship, featuring a genuine 1910 Fairbanks Whyte Laydie banjo pot paired with a masterfully crafted Wyatt Fawley reproduction neck. The 1910 rim features the iconic, sought-after Whyte Laydie tone ring, celebrated by old-time and clawhammer players for its brilliant clarity, crisp volume, and deep, resonant pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot: Genuine 1910 A.C. Fairbanks Whyte Laydie, with original scalloped Whyte Laydie tone ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: 5-string reproduction neck by Wyatt Fawley — flawless wood carving, period-correct heel details, and meticulous peghead inlay work capturing the aesthetic spirit of the original 1910 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e The original Whyte Laydie tone ring delivers brilliant clarity, crisp volume, and a deep, resonant pop — a museum-grade vintage voice paired with the effortless playability and rock-solid stability of a premium custom build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot built by A.C. Fairbanks, Boston, 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck built by Wyatt Fawley, one of the most respected luthiers in the banjo community for highly accurate golden-era replica necks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a gig bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the Marvin Rosenberg Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marvin Rosenberg Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e This banjo comes from the collection of Marvin Rosenberg — patriarch, attorney, corporate counsel, competitive sports car racer, and lifelong lover of folk and Americana music. For decades, Marvin showed up to jam sessions and bluegrass venues with friends, and that same passion shaped his instrument collection. He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. Golden-era tone, modern playability!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. It is accurate to the best of our ability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fairbanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49086090838201,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/5295\/5065\/files\/1910FairbanksWhyteLaydiePotSerial_26620withWyattFawleyNeckFront.webp?v=1788738048"},{"product_id":"vintage-1910-fairbanks-whyte-laydie-no-2-open-back-banjo-serial-23556","title":"Vintage 1910 Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No 2 Open Back Banjo Serial #23556","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis exceptional 1910 A.C. Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No. 2 open-back banjo represents the pinnacle of golden-era American craftsmanship. Highly prized by vintage collectors and old-time musicians, this historic Boston-made instrument features the legendary scalloped Whyte Laydie tone ring, delivering the signature bright, punchy, and highly articulate acoustic voice that defined an era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck \u0026amp; Rim: Premium maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Ebony with delicate pearl star and diamond inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadstock: Exquisite hand-carved griffin inlay, a hallmark of elite Fairbanks artistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone Ring: Legendary scalloped Whyte Laydie tone ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim Diameter: 10 ¾\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, comfortable playing experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe scalloped Whyte Laydie tone ring delivers a bright, punchy, and highly articulate acoustic voice — the signature sound that defined the golden era of American banjo making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt by A.C. Fairbanks, Boston, 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 23552\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetains its historic integrity and beautiful natural patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo visible repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the Marvin Rosenberg Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marvin Rosenberg Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis banjo comes from the collection of Marvin Rosenberg — patriarch, attorney, corporate counsel, competitive sports car racer, and lifelong lover of folk and Americana music. For decades, Marvin showed up to jam sessions and bluegrass venues with friends, and that same passion shaped his instrument collection. He sought out player-grade instruments — vintage pieces with real, honest wear from a life of actual use — over pristine collector-shelf pieces, assembling a personal collection of guitars, mandolins and banjos meant to be enjoyed rather than admired behind glass. Each piece was a tool of a passionate musician, chosen with the discerning eye of someone who understood exactly what made it special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn stock now at Wood \u0026amp; Wire. A museum-quality Fairbanks, ready to be played!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e*The information presented here was collected from the estate of Marvin Rosenberg and independent research. 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