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Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin Buyback

Will they really give me a proper appraisal?
Every acoustic guitar has its own unique history
That's why, when parting with one, you naturally want it to go to someone who will truly cherish it
Advance Guitars carefully honors that sentiment

Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin Purchase Examples

Introducing the latest purchase examples at Advance Guitars

October 24 , 2024
Purchase Brand
Martin Style-0
Purchase Price
¥50,000
Staff Comment
"The Style-0, Martin's first ukulele introduced in 1916. Even after production ended, it remains a beloved model that can be called an eternal standard. Its all-mahogany body produces a light, resonant sound, and the natural feel is very comfortable."

February 27, 2024
Purchase Brand
Tokai 1981 Model T1200R
Purchase Price
¥52,800
Staff Comment
"This is a banjo from Tokai Gakki, a long-established Japanese manufacturer. Even banjos over 40 years old can still be used today with proper maintenance. The T1200R was a high-end model at the time. This particular instrument features exceptionally beautiful inlays on the fingerboard and head."

August 4, 2023
Purchase Brand
Gibson 1978 Florentine 5-String Banjo
Purchase Price
¥880,000
Staff Comment
"The Florentine, Gibson's pinnacle banjo. A luxurious and beautiful instrument where you can feel tradition and pride in every detail, from the resonator and neck heel to the fingerboard and head."

June 15, 2023
Brand We Buy
Gibson 1986 Earl Scruggs Standard
Purchase Price
¥200,000
Staff Comment
"A signature banjo by the legendary banjo player Earl Scruggs. This highly popular model features the standard Granada wood Bass.The rim label features Earl Scruggs's handwritten signature. Gibson banjos are produced in limited quantities and are no longer manufactured. We offer buyback services, so please feel free to inquire."

April 29, 2024
Brand: Eastman
Model: MD-315
PurchasePrice:
¥50,000
Staff Comment:
"An Eastman mandolin featuring an all-solid wood construction. Its violin-like coloring and satin finish created a wonderful atmosphere. Both its playability and sound were outstanding."

May 6, 2025
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PurchasePrice
¥77,000
Staff Comment
"An original Dobro with a wood body and single cone, featuring a stunning sandblast (desert) design. We also purchase resonator guitars and other instruments with a dedicated fan base."

June 17, 2025
Purchase Brands
Fender 1950s Champion Lap Steel
Purchase Price
¥110,000
Staff Comment
"This 1950s Fender Champion inevitably brings to mind the birth of the Telecaster. While the tuners, pots, and capacitors have been replaced, it remains a superb vintage lap steel guitar still fully functional today."

October 8, 2024
Purchase Brand
Fender 1975 Deluxe 8 Lap Steel Guitar
Purchase Price
¥80,000
Staff Comment
"We also purchase lap steel guitars, which laid the foundation for electric guitars. The coloring and parts used reveal characteristics of their era, making them truly exciting instruments. Original components like Stackpole pots and gray bobbin pickups remain intact. The faded blonde finish in places gives it a cool, vintage look."

Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin Purchase Price List

Latest Purchase Prices for Popular Manufacturers and Models

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Ukulele

K.Yairi 'olu'olu
Purchase Price
¥80,000

KAMAKA Soprano Ukulele White Label
Purchase Price
¥30,000

KAMAKA HF-2
Purchase Price
¥40,000

Martin S1 UK

Banjo

Gibson Floral 5-String Banjo
Purchase Price
¥1,000,000

Aria SB-10G
Purchase Price
¥10,000

Tokai T-400R
Purchase Price
¥15,000

Aria SB-500
Purchase Price
¥17,500

Mandolin

Gibson A-40N
Purchase Price
¥100,000

Epiphone MM-50VS
Purchase Price
¥10,000

ARIA AM-20E Mandolin
Purchase Price
¥6,000

KENTUCKY MANDOLIN KM-620
Purchase Price
¥33,000

Purchase prices fluctuate based on market conditions at the time of purchase. Please feel free to contact us for the latest purchase price.

Customer Feedback

Experiences from Customers Who Have Actually Used Our Service

Osaka Prefecture, Customer S
"Since this is a mandolin I've cherished and used for many years, I hope the next owner will be just as satisfied with it.
Thank you very much this time."
Items Purchased
Blue Bell Mandolin
Purchase Price
¥50,000

Saitama Prefecture, Customer K
"They never felt business-like; they took the time to ask about how I'd used the item in various situations.
That's why I decided I could trust them to handle the sale.
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Purchased Item
Koaloha Ukulele
Purchase Price
¥44,000

Tokyo, Mr./Ms. T
"I feel a bit lonely, but I think it's good if someone else is happy with it. Thank you very much this time."
Purchased Item
Rickenbacker Lap Steel
Purchase Price
¥35,000

Kanagawa Prefecture, Customer M
"It was a niche model, but they thoroughly examined its strengths and provided a satisfying appraisal."
Purchased Item
Kanile'a Ukulele
Purchase Price
¥71,500

Passing on your cherished instrument to its next owner.
Advance Guitars will faithfully carry on your guitar's story.
We promise transactions that leave you thinking, "I'm glad I sold it here."

💬 Feel free to chat with us right here
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📨 For those who want to discuss thoroughly:
→ Inquire via the form

📱 Just send photos from your phone
→ Get an appraisal via LINE

Why Advance Guitars is chosen

With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we take responsibility for your precious instruments

We take responsibility for your instruments.

We consult with you according to your circumstances, restore your cherished instrument to its best possible condition, and pass it on to its next owner.

Expert Staff Provide Careful Appraisals

We assess not only the model, year, and condition, but also discern the hidden value within the instrument based on over 35 years of experience.

Maintaining peak condition with TC-TUNE

A dedicated repair team inspects and adjusts the instrument, ensuring it is in optimal condition for

Our dedicated repair team inspects and adjusts each instrument, ensuring it's fully serviced so the next owner can start playing it in top condition.

High-value buyback you can trust

In-store, online, nationwide service. Appraisals, shipping, and travel fees are all free. Chosen by those who want to "sell to a store that understands value."

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Appraisal Boost Benefits

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Purchased from other reputable stores
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Instruments purchased from other reputable stores receive a "10% increase" in appraisal value

Buyback
+10%

Buyback of instruments previously sold to our store: "10% increase"

Trade-in
+10%

Trade-in value for purchasing a new instrument is "10% higher" "

[Participating Stores] Ishibashi Music, Ikebe Music, Guitar Planet Kurosawa Gakki Shimokura Gakki Hyper Guitars Shimamura Gakki Miki Gakki MUSICLAND KEY Yamano Gakki Miyaji Gakki Foozees Guitar Traders ESP/Big Boss Dolphin Guitars Nancy Guitar Shelter Guitarix Dear Prudence Walking Niko Niko Guitars Wood Village Watanabe Gakki UNISOUND Blue-G Rimshot Hobos Guitar Shop Tantan Trippers' Guitars Ramzy's Ottorya funkojisan Blue Guitars Green Guitars Nandaya Astronauts Guitars Guitar Shop Fumiyaya Gakki-do Opus Gakkiya BOW Guitar Shop TONIQ Yamaha Authorized Dealers Nationwide etc... Please inquire at the reception desk regarding other musical instrument stores.
※Appraisal boosts are limited to one condition only (max 10%)

Peace of Mind Guarantee

What are the special 80% trade-in conditions?

If you change your mind or get tired of it, no worries. We'd love to buy it back from you!

Buyback Guarantee

We will buy back your item for 80% of the purchase price (excluding tax) if you replace it within one month.

Terms & Conditions
・Items priced at ¥20,000 or more (tax excluded)
・In the same condition as when purchased
・The purchased item must be of equal or higher value than the trade-in item

※Even if the period has passed, no problem—we'll buy it back anytime. Trade-in only is also OK!
※New items are excluded from the 80% buyback due to their nature, but trade-in/purchase is possible. Feel free to inquire.

How to Sell Your Ukulele, Banjo, or Mandolin

We offer three methods to suit your convenience

In-Store Purchase (Free Appraisal)

Store Information
2F Advance Guitars , 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073
Business Hours: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Closed Wednesdays)

In-Store Process

  1. Visit & Registration
  2. Appraisal
  3. Price Offer & Agreement
  4. Cash Payment

 

Home Visit Buyback (Free Home Visit)

How to Book

  1. Inquiries/Pre-Purchase Price Estimates
  2. Pickup of Items for Appraisal
  3. Appraisal at Our Store
  4. Transfer

On-site Appraisal

Mail-in Buyback (Shipping Covered by Us)

Mail-in Purchase Process

  1. Inquiry/Pre-Purchase Price Estimate
  2. Packaging & Shipping
  3. Appraisal and Notification
  4. Bank Transfer

Ship via Yamato Transport collect on delivery!

Shipping Address:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan Attn: Appraisal Department
※ We can also send you a free packing kit upon request!

Mail-in Purchase

Ukulele, Banjo, and Mandolin Appraisal Process

Steps from Appraisal Request to Completed Purchase

❶

Request an Appraisal

Request an appraisal via phone, web, or LINE

(Same Day)

❷

Professional Appraisal

(15–30 minutes)

❸

Price Quotation

Explanation of Appraisal Results and Price Quote

(Immediate)

❹

Purchase Completed

If you are satisfied, we will pay in cash or transfer funds the same day

(Same Day)

💬 Feel free to chat with us right now
→ Chat with us now

📨 For those who want to discuss thoroughly:
→ Inquire via form

📱 Just send photos from your smartphone
→ Get an appraisal via LINE

Frequently Asked Questions about Ukuleles, Banjos, and Mandolins

Questions We Often Receive from Customers

Q. Is the appraisal free?
A. Yes, appraisals are completely free. You may cancel after the appraisal.

Q. Do you buy old instruments?
A. Yes, we buy guitars in good condition regardless of age.

Q. Can you buy it even if it doesn't have accessories?
A. Yes, we can buy it without accessories, but it may affect the appraisal value.

Q. What areas do you cover for in-home appraisals?
A. We primarily cover the Kanto region, but we may travel from Hokkaido to Okinawa or even overseas depending on the situation. There is no charge for travel.

Q. What are the maximum and minimum buyback prices?
A. We can provide a rough estimate if you send us the instrument's details and photos beforehand.

Q. Can you take it even if it's broken (even for 0 yen)?
A. Please provide details about the instrument, and we can tell you if we can take it.

Q: Do I need an appointment?
A: No appointment is necessary. You can come anytime during business hours.

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Ukulele, Banjo, Mandolin: Brands We're Focusing on for Purchase

We purchase acoustic guitars from a wide range of manufacturers.

Martin

Gibson

Taylor

YAMAHA

Headway

Ovation

Lowden

K.Yairi

Morris

T'sT Terry's Terry

Takamine

Guild

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S.Yairi

Cat's Eye

Fender

Matsuoka

We also carry other brands, so feel free to place your order with confidence.

Apply for a Free Appraisal of Your Ukulele, Banjo, or Mandolin

Why not find out the value of your precious guitar?

💬 Feel free to chat with us right now
→ Chat with us now

📨 For those who prefer a thorough consultation:
→ Inquire via form

📱 Just send photos from your phone
→ Get an appraisal via LINE

Instruments We Buy

TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki・List of Items Accepted for Purchase at Advance Guitars