Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo — Instrument Resale Value
Folk InstrumentsWhat a used Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo sells for on Reverb (median of 2 recent listings).
Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo value — Used $499. Prices updated September 2026.
Live on eBay right now
Expired listings — price reference
Costway 5 String Geared Tunable Banjo 24 Brackets Closed Back Remo Head w/ Case
6 String Banjo Right Handed w/ Closed Back 24 Brackets Head & Maple Neck
~Circa. 1895 The "Champ" Antique Vintage 5 string Open Back Banjo~eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
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Item details
- Brand
- Pirles
- Make
- Pirles
- Model
- 5-String Closed Back Banjo
- Used range
- $399.99 – $499
- Sample size
- 2 listings
Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo resale value
The used Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo has a median Reverb asking price of $499, ranging from $399.99 to $499 across 2 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used instrument, tonewoods, setup/playability, and originality move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $499 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $94.99 / $200 / $949.95 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 29, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $94.99–$949.95 (median $200.00). Asking prices sit about 60% below the typical sold value of $499.00 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical price range for this banjo?
- The used range for the Pirles 5-String Closed Back Banjo is between $399.99 and $499.
- How many listings are currently available?
- There are currently 3 listings available for this model.
- Is this a good deal for a 5-string banjo?
- Yes, with prices starting at $399.99, it presents a strong value in the resale market.
