Will they really give me a fair appraisal?
Each acoustic guitar has its own unique history.
That's why, when you let something go, you want to pass it on to someone who will truly cherish it.
Advance Guitars will carefully consider those feelings.
We buy ukuleles, banjos, and mandolins.
Examples of Ukulele, Banjo, and Mandolin Purchases
Here are some of the latest examples of guitars we've purchased at Advance Guitars.
October 24, 2024
Brands we buy
Martin Style-0
Purchase price
50,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"The Style-0, which debuted in 1916 as Martin's first ukulele, remains a beloved and timeless standard even after production has ended. The all-mahogany body produces a light and airy sound, and the natural feel is incredibly pleasant."
February 27, 2024
Brands we buy
Tokai T1200R, manufactured in 1981.
Purchase price
52,800 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This is a banjo from Tokai Gakki, a long-established Japanese manufacturer. Even banjos over 40 years old can still be used today if properly maintained. The T1200R was a top-of-the-line model at the time. This particular instrument has beautiful inlays on the fretboard and headstock."
August 4, 2023
Brands we buy
Gibson 1978 Florentine 5-string Banjo
Purchase price
880,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"The Florentine, the pinnacle of Gibson banjos. Every detail, from the resonator and neck heel to the fretboard and headstock, exudes tradition and pride, making this a luxurious and beautiful instrument."
June 15, 2023
Brands we buy
Gibson 1986 Earl Scruggs Standard
Purchase price
200,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Historical banjo player "Earl Scruggs" signature banjo. A standard GranadaBassThis is a very popular model. The rim label features Earl Scruggs' autograph. Gibson banjos were produced in limited quantities to begin with, and are no longer in production. We can buy them, so please feel free to contact us.
April 29, 2024
Brands we buy
Eastman MD-315
Purchase price
50,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This Astman mandolin features an all-solid wood construction. The violin-like coloring and satin finish give it a great look. Both the playability and sound were outstanding."
May 6, 2025
Brands we buy
DOBRO 1977 Model 66
Purchase price
77,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This is an original Dobro with a wood body and single cone pickup, featuring a beautiful sandblasted (desert) design. We also buy resonator guitars and other instruments that have a large following among dedicated fans."
June 17, 2025
Brands we buy
Fender Champion Lap Steel (1950s)
Purchase price
110,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This 1950s Fender Champion is often associated with the birth of the Telecaster. While the tuners, pots, and capacitors have been replaced, it's still a fantastic vintage lap steel guitar that's perfectly usable."
October 8, 2024
Brands we buy
Fender 1975 Deluxe 8 Lap Steel Guitar
Purchase price
80,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"We also buy lap steel guitars, which formed the basis of electric guitars. The coloring and parts used are characteristic of each era, making them very exciting pieces of equipment. The stacked pole pots and gray bobbin pickups were still original. The faded blonde finish in places is really cool."
Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin Buyback Price List
We'll show you the latest buyback prices for popular manufacturers and models.
ukulele
K.Yairi 'olu'olu
Purchase price
80,000 yen
KAMAKA Soprano Ukulele White Label
Purchase price
30,000 yen
KAMAKA HF-2
Purchase price
40,000 yen
Martin S1 UK
Purchase price
20,000 yen
banjo
Gibson Floral 5-String Banjo
Purchase price
1,000,000 yen
Aria SB-10G
Purchase price
10,000 yen
Tokai T-400R
Purchase price
15,000 yen
Aria SB-500
Purchase price
17,500 yen
mandolin
Gibson A-40N
Purchase price
100,000 yen
Epiphone MM-50VS
Purchase price
10,000 yen
ARIA AM-20E Mandolin
Purchase price
6,000 yen
KENTUCKY MANDOLIN KM-620
Purchase price
33,000 yen
The purchase price will fluctuate depending on the market price at the time of purchase. Please feel free to contact us for the latest purchase price.
Customer Feedback
Customer testimonials
Mr./Ms. S from Osaka Prefecture
"This mandolin has been cherished and used for many years, so I hope the next person will also be able to use it with satisfaction."
Thank you very much for your help.
Items for sale
Blue Bell Mandolin
Purchase price
50,000 yen
Mr./Ms. K from Saitama Prefecture
"It wasn't a purely businesslike inquiry; they asked about the situations in which I've used it, etc."
I decided to go with this place because I felt I could let go of it with peace of mind.
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Items for sale
Koaloha Ukulele
Purchase price
44,000 yen
Mr. T from Tokyo
"I feel a little lonely, but I think it's okay if it makes other people happy. Thank you very much for everything."
Items for sale
Rickenbacker Lap Steel
Purchase price
35,000 yen
Kanagawa Prefecture, Mr./Ms. M
"It was a niche model, but they thoroughly considered its good points, and I was very satisfied with the appraisal."
Items for sale
Kanile'a Ukulele
Purchase price
71,500 yen
We'll pass on your cherished item to its next owner.
Advance Guitars will carefully connect the story of your guitar.
We promise a transaction that will make you think, "I'm glad I sold it here."
Why choose Advance Guitars?
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we will take responsible care of your valuable instrument.
I will take responsibility for the handover.
We will consult with you to suit your circumstances, restore your cherished instrument to the best possible condition, and pass it on to its next owner.
Our expert staff will carefully assess your item.
Based on over 35 years of experience, we assess the hidden value of an instrument, taking into account not only its model, year, and condition.
Maintaining optimal condition with TC-TUNE
Our dedicated repair team inspects and adjusts each instrument to ensure it is in top condition for the next owner to start playing.
We offer high prices that you'll be happy with.
In-store, online, and nationwide service available. Appraisal, shipping, and on-site visit fees are all free. Chosen by those who want to sell to a store that understands the value of their items.
Appraisal increase benefits
Purchase from other reputable stores
＋10%
Instruments purchased from other reputable stores will receive a 10% increase in appraisal value.
Buyback
＋10%
We also offer a 10% bonus on buybacks of instruments you previously sold to us.
trade-in
＋10%
Trade-in value for new instruments also increased by 10%」
[Participating excellent stores] Ishibashi Gakki, Ikebe Gakki, Guitar Planet, Kurosawa Gakki, Shimokura Gakki, Hyper Guitars, Shimamura Gakki, Miki Gakki, MUSICLAND KEY, Yamano Gakki, Miyaji Gakki, Hoochie's, Guitar Traders, ESP/Big Boss, Dolphin Guitars, Nancy, Guitar Shelter, Guitar Licks, Dear Prudence, Walkin', Nico Nico Guitars, Wood Village, Watanabe Gakki, UNISOUND, Blue-G, Rimshot, Hobo's, Guitar Shop Tantan, Trippers' Guitars, Ramsey's, Ottoriya, Funkojisan, Blue Guitars, Green Guitars, Nanda-ya, Astronauts Guitars, Guitar Shop Fumio-ya, Gakkido Opus Gakkiya BOW, Guitar Shop TONIQ, Yamaha authorized dealers nationwide, etc... Please also let us know if you have any other music stores you'd like to register.
*The appraisal increase is limited to one of the two conditions (maximum 10%).
Peace of Mind Guarantee
What are the special conditions for the 80% trade-in discount?
Don't worry if you don't like it anymore or get tired of it. Please let us buy it back from you!
Buyback guarantee
If you trade it in within one month, we will buy it back for 80% of the purchase price (excluding tax).。
Conditions of provision
Products with a pre-tax selling price of 20,000 yen or more
- Same condition as when purchased
• Purchased items are of equal or greater value than the trade-in items.
*Even if the period has passed, it's okay; we'll buy it back anytime. Buying only is also OK!
※NewDue to the nature of the product, it is not eligible for our 80% buyback program, but we do accept trade-ins/buybacks. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
How to sell ukuleles, banjos, and mandolins
We offer three methods to suit your convenience.
In-store purchase (free appraisal)
Store Information
Advance Guitars, 2F, 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073, Japan
Opening hours: 13:00 - 20:00(Closed on Wednesdays)
In-store process
- Visit and registration
- assessment
- Price quote and contract
- Cash payment
In-store purchase
On-site purchase service (free of charge)
How to make a reservation
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Pickup of items sent to us
- Appraisal amount at the store
- Bank transfer
On-site purchase service
Mail-in buyback service (shipping costs covered by us)
Mail-in buyback process
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Packaging and shipping
- Assessment and Contact
- Bank transfer
Sending it via Yamato Transport's cash-on-delivery service is fine!
Shipping address:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan - Appraisal and Purchase Department
*We can also send you a packing kit free of charge upon request!
Mail-in buyback service
The process for appraising ukuleles, banjos, and mandolins
Steps from appraisal request to final purchase
❶
Request for appraisal
Request an appraisal by phone, web, or LINE.
(same day)
❷
Appraisal by a specialist
Detailed assessment by expert staff
(15-30 minutes)
❸
Price quote
Explanation of the appraisal results and price quote
(immediate)
❹
Purchase completed
If you are satisfied, payment will be made immediately in cash or via bank transfer.
(same day)
Frequently Asked Questions about Ukulele, Banjo, and Mandolin
Frequently asked questions from our customers
Q. Is the appraisal free?
A. Yes, the appraisal is completely free. You can also cancel after the appraisal.
Q. Can you buy old musical instruments?
A. We will buy guitars in good condition, regardless of the year of manufacture.
Q. Can you buy my car even if it doesn't come with any accessories?
A. We can still purchase your item even without accessories, but this may affect the appraisal value.
Q. What are your service areas for on-site purchases?
A. We primarily serve the Kanto area, but depending on the circumstances, we can travel from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and even overseas. Travel expenses are free.
Q. What are the maximum and minimum buyback prices?
A. If you send us details and images of your instrument in advance, we can provide you with an estimated quote.
Q. It's broken, so (even if it's for 0 yen), will you take it off my hands?
A. Please provide details about the instrument so we can let you know if we can take it.
Q: Is a reservation required?
A: No, it's not necessary. Anytime during business hours is fine.
Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin Buyback Brands
We buy acoustic guitars from a wide range of manufacturers.
Morris
T'sT Terry's Terry
Takamine
Guild
S.Yairi
This's Eye
Fender
Yoshioka
We also handle products from other manufacturers, so please feel free to contact us.
Musical instrument trade-in categories
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki• List of items that can be purchased by Advance Guitars
Please feel free to contact us regarding instrument categories not listed here.