The Gold Tone OB-2AT is a faithful tribute to the legendary bowtie-era Mastertone banjos of 1960–1964, built around the historically accurate 19-hole flathead bell brass tone ring that defined the peak of that era's craftsmanship. With a mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, one-piece cast flange, nickel-plated hardware, and a gorgeous Golden Sunburst finish, this is a serious professional instrument with deep roots in American banjo history. Every OB-2AT ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida.
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This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone OB-2AT, a meticulously researched tribute to the legendary bowtie-era Mastertone banjos of 1960 to mid-1964. Built around a rare 19-hole flathead bell brass tone ring, full-thickness 3-ply maple rim, and nickel-plated hardware, it captures one of the most sought-after tonal eras in banjo history. Left-handed players finally have access to a serious professional-grade instrument built just for them.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone OB-3, a meticulous recreation of JD Crowe's legendary RB-3 'Banger' — one of the most revered pre-war style banjos in bluegrass history. The signature No-Hole flat-top bell brass tone ring delivers that tight, focused, dry twang that defines the classic Scruggs-era sound, and every detail from the slanted resonator walls to the Presto tailpiece has been faithfully reproduced. Every OB-3/L is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone OB-300 is the most visually stunning professional bluegrass banjo at anywhere near its price. Triple-plated gold hardware, modified tree of life abalone and mother of pearl inlay on ebony fingerboard, sand-cast bell bronze tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, one-piece cast flange, flamed maple resonator with inlaid artwork.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone OB-300 Orange Blossom — a stunning, professional-grade flat head banjo featuring a sand-cast bell bronze tone ring, triple-plated gold hardware, and an exquisite modified Tree of Life inlay in curly maple. It arrives professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL. If you play left-handed and want a banjo that turns heads as readily as it fills a room, this is it.
The Gold Tone OB-3EF is a meticulous recreation of JD Crowe's legendary RB-3 'Banger,' built around a rare No Hole flat-top bell brass tone ring that delivers the tight, punchy pre-war sound serious players chase for years. Every detail — from the angled resonator walls and Presto tailpiece to the vintage leaf-and-bow inlay and Gotoh planetary tuners — honors the original while benefiting from Gold Tone's modern consistency and quality control. Professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL, so it plays beautifully right out of the archtop hardshell case.
The Gold Tone OB-3RF is a meticulous recreation of JD Crowe's legendary RB-3 "Banger," built in collaboration with Banjo Ben Clark, Jake Stogdill, and Robby Boone to capture every pre-war detail — from the "No Hole" bell brass flat-top tone ring to the slanted resonator walls, Presto tailpiece, and vintage leaf-and-bowes inlay. The result is a focused, cutting tone with tightened sustain that sets it apart from every other banjo in Gold Tone's catalog, all housed in a brown mahogany finish with nickel hardware that looks as authentic as it sounds. Every OB-3RF arrives factory set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes an archtop hardshell case.
Gold Tone OB-3RF/L Mastertone Orange Blossom Twanger Pre-War Resonator Banjo with Case (Left-Handed)
The Gold Tone OB-3RF/L is the left-handed version of the acclaimed Orange Blossom "Twanger" — a meticulous pre-war recreation inspired by JD Crowe's legendary RB-3 "Banger," featuring a proprietary No-Hole flat-top bell brass tone ring, slanted resonator walls, Gotoh planetary tuners, and a brown mahogany finish. Built for serious bluegrass players who demand authentic pre-war tone and feel in a left-handed instrument, it delivers a focused, punchy attack with tight sustain that outperforms far pricier options. This banjo arrives factory set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes an archtop hardshell case.
The Gold Tone OB-Bela is a meticulous tribute to Béla Fleck’s legendary Number 1 banjo — a 1937 Style 75 Mastertone pot paired with a neck built to his exact specifications for a wider, thicker feel and radiused fretboard that unlocks the full-spectrum warmth his playing is known for. With a no-hole bell bronze flat-top tone ring, ebony compound-radius fingerboard, Rickard Cyclone tuners, and custom Flying Eagle inlay with red hearts, this is a serious instrument for serious players. Every OB-Bela ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and financing is available through PayPal Pay in 4, Afterpay, and extended plans up to 24 months.
The Gold Tone OB-Grandee Flying Eagle is a stunning professional-grade tribute to the great pre-war Mastertone banjos, dressed in gold-plated engraved hardware, curly maple, and a breathtaking Flying Eagle neck and headstock inlay. This is one of the most visually magnificent and sonically commanding banjos Gold Tone has ever produced — built for serious players who want that authentic vintage tone without hunting down a six-figure original. Every OB-Grandee Flying Eagle ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida.
The Gold Tone OB-Grandee is Gold Tone's tribute to the Gibson Granada, the holy grail of pre-war banjos. Gold-plated engraved hardware, Hearts and Flowers inlay on ebony fingerboard, sand-cast bell brass tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, one-piece cast flange, Prucha clamshell tailpiece, Gotoh planetary tuners, Snuffy Smith bridge.
Left-handed Deering Goodtime Blackgrass Special with patented steel tone ring, midnight maple fingerboard, matte black hardware, and spikes at 7, 9, and 10. Only 6 lbs. Includes free Carrion hardshell case, professional setup by our banjo tech Tara, and free shipping. Authorized Deering dealer.