While working for Gibson between 1918 and 1924, famed acoustic engineer Lloyd Loar introduced now-iconic designs to Gibson’s instrument line, creating instruments that played better, sounded clearer, and produced more volume in the era before electric amplification. In this video, learn more about Loar’s legacy and see his instruments on display in Acoustic America: Iconic Guitars, Mandolins, and Banjos. Tickets at https://bit.ly/478nt8g In partnership with Acoustic Disc Presenting sponsor US Ba

1.6K views · 37 reactions | Introducing this beautiful Lloyd Loar-era Gibson Snakehead A4 from 1923! It's in beautiful condition with no structural issues. It was sent to Gibson for new tuners. Retains original bridge.Original case is not included. Comes with new custom-made Jeff Hoffee case (worth ~$1,000). Check it out now at the Banjo Ben General Store! #mandolin #mandolinstore #mandolins #banjobensgeneralstore #mandolinmusic | Banjo Ben's General Store | Facebook

59K views · 750 reactions | Rare 1923 Gibson F5 Lloyd Loar Mandolin that our talented friend Michael Monroe Goodman is playing here at #NormansRareGuitars! We rarely get anybody who plays a mandolin like Michael, thanks for showing us what it sounds like! ALL GUITARS & SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ONLINE: https://reverb.com/shop/normans-rare-guitars https://normansrareguitars.com EMAIL US AT: normsrareguitars@gmail.com | Norman's Rare Guitars | Facebook

1.5K views · 60 reactions | Fun jam session with the talented Beckett McDowell and Jack Ryan Sullivan with our 1923 Gibson Lloyd Loar F5 #Mandolin and 1951 #Gibson J-185 at #NormansRareGuitars! What do you think? ALL GUITARS & SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ONLINE: https://reverb.com/shop/normans-rare-guitars https://normansrareguitars.com EMAIL US AT: normsrareguitars@gmail.com | Norman's Rare Guitars | Facebook

A new demo for #mandolinmonday! In this video, @Tristan Scroggins Music plays a Gibson F-5 that was signed by Lloyed Loar on Feb. 8, 1923. https://cartervintage.com/products/gibson-f-5-1923-lloyd-loar-signed | Carter Vintage Guitars