Cello Banjos
Cello banjos sit an octave below a standard 5-string and produce a deep, woody tone that fills out string bands and acoustic ensembles where a traditional banjo would feel too bright. We carry the Gold Tone Marcy Marxer signature line, including the 4-string CEB-4 and 5-string CEB-5, both in right and left-handed configurations. These are full-scale banjos built on larger rims and tuned low, developed in collaboration with multi-instrumentalist Marcy Marxer for accompaniment work and old-time playing. Each ships with a hardshell case, free US shipping, a professional setup, and our 7-day satisfaction guarantee. Call (404) 218-8580 with questions about tuning, scale, or setup.
The Gold Tone CEB-4 is a one-of-a-kind cello banjo developed in collaboration with string virtuoso Marcy Marxer, bringing back a nearly forgotten voice from the early twentieth century banjo orchestra era. Tuned in fifths (CGDA) on a 14-inch pot with a rolled brass flat bar tone ring, it delivers deep, punchy low-end that works beautifully in any genre. Mandolin, mandola, viola, and cello players will feel right at home within minutes — and it ships with a hard case included.
The Gold Tone CEB-4/L is the left-handed version of Marcy Marxer's signature cello banjo — a beautifully voiced instrument tuned in fifths (CGDA) that brings the warmth of a forgotten era back to modern players. Its 14-inch rolled brass flat bar tone ring, ebony fingerboard, and high-tension nylon strings deliver punchy, articulate low-register tone that works equally well for lead playing and accompaniment. Comes with a case and professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone CEB-5 Marcy Marxer Signature Cello Banjo revives a lost voice from the early twentieth century banjo orchestra tradition, tuned in fifths (CGDA) with a 14-inch rolled brass flat bar tone ring that delivers rich, punchy low-end clarity. With its shortened 24-3/4" scale, high-tension nylon strings, and ebony fingerboard, it welcomes mandolin, mandola, viola, and cello players instantly while opening up entirely new sonic territory for any musician. Every CEB-5 is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL and includes a hardshell case.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone CEB-5/L Marcy Marxer Signature Cello Banjo — a beautifully crafted instrument that revives the nearly forgotten cello banjo tradition with modern playability and serious low-end voice. Tuned in fifths (CGDA) with a 14-inch pot, rolled brass flat bar tone ring, and high-tension nylon strings, it delivers punchy, articulate lows that sit beautifully in any ensemble. Comes with a hardshell case and a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida before it ships.