This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone AC-1, the award-winning acoustic composite openback banjo that won Best in Show at the 2016 Summer NAMM Show. Weighing under four pounds, it's an ideal first banjo for left-handed beginners, younger players, or anyone who wants a lightweight, travel-friendly instrument that actually sounds great. Every AC-1 is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL to play comfortably right out of the box.
The Gold Tone AC-1 is a lightweight, great-sounding openback banjo built around an innovative composite rim that keeps the whole instrument under four pounds — making it an ideal first banjo, travel companion, or starter instrument for a younger player. Named "Best in Show / MUST Stock" at the 2016 Summer NAMM Show in Nashville, it punches well above its price point. Every AC-1 we ship has been professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL so it plays its best right out of the box.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone AC-1, the award-winning beginner banjo that took home "Best in Show / MUST Stock" honors at the 2016 Summer NAMM Show. Weighing under four pounds, it pairs a composite rim with a slim, playable nato neck for a banjo that sounds great, travels easily, and won't wear out a new player's enthusiasm. Professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL, this lefty AC-1 arrives ready to play right out of the gig bag.
The Gold Tone AC-4 is an openback Irish tenor banjo built around a lightweight composite rim that delivers a warm, mellow, plunky tone well-suited to Irish traditional music, folk, and beyond. With a rosewood fingerboard, ZeroGlide nut, and a comfortable nato neck, it offers genuine playability at an accessible price point. Every AC-4 arrives professionally set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes a gig bag so you're ready to play right out of the box.
The Gold Tone AC-4/L is an openback Irish tenor banjo built around a lightweight composite rim that delivers a warm, mellow, plunky tone well-suited to Irish traditional music, folk, and beyond. With a rosewood fingerboard, ZeroGlide nut, and a comfortable nato neck, it offers genuine playability at an accessible price point. Every AC-4/L arrives professionally set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes a gig bag so you’re ready to play right out of the box.
The Gold Tone AC-4P is a lightweight, open-back plectrum banjo built for players who want a genuine, playable instrument without breaking the bank. Its 26 1/8" scale length and CGBD tuning make it the natural choice for jazz, classic banjo, and folk styles, and the composite rim delivers a warm, "plunky" vintage tone that feels right at home in any of those genres. A deluxe gig bag is included, and every AC-4P is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL and ready to play.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone AC-5 — a genuinely impressive beginner bluegrass banjo that punches well above its price point. The composite rim and resonator deliver a punchy low end and clear, ringing highs that surprised me the first time I picked one up. It ships with a padded gig bag and is professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before shipping.
The Gold Tone AC-5+1 is a true six-string five-string banjo — your standard gGDGBD tuning opens up a whole new world of melodic and compositional possibilities without breaking the bank. Built around Gold Tone's durable composite rim and resonator, it delivers lively, consistent tone whether you're a curious picker exploring new territory or a working musician wanting an affordable double. Comes complete with a gig bag and is professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before shipping.
The Gold Tone AC-6 Mini Banjitar brings the jangly, punchy sound of a six-string banjo to guitar players at an entry-level price — complete with a built-in SMP sliding magnetic pickup so you can plug straight into an amp or PA. Its composite rim and resonator are built to last, the neck is comfortable and familiar to any guitarist, and it ships with a padded gig bag ready for the road. Professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before shipping, this one arrives ready to play.
The Gold Tone AC-6+ is a six-string banjitar built for guitar players who want that punchy, open banjo tone without relearning a new tuning — it plays in standard EADGBE just like your guitar. The composite rim and resonator deliver surprising volume and consistency, and the built-in SMP sliding magnetic pickup means you can plug straight into an amp or PA whenever the room calls for it. Every AC-6+ ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, so it arrives ready to play.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone AC-6+, a six-string banjitar built for guitar players who want that unmistakable banjo twang without having to learn a new tuning. The composite rim and resonator deliver surprisingly rich, consistent tone, and the built-in SMP sliding magnetic pickup lets you plug straight into an amp or PA. Professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL ships with every instrument.
The Gold Tone AC-Mini is a compact, lightweight 8-inch mini banjo that delivers surprising volume and punch for its size and price. Built with a durable composite rim, nato mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, and a two-way adjustable truss rod, it's an ideal starter banjo for kids, travelers, or anyone curious about the instrument. Every AC-Mini ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, so it's ready to play the moment it arrives.