This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone Mastertone Banjolele-DLX, a concert-scale banjo ukulele built as a faithful replica of one of the most celebrated banjo-uke designs ever made — the kind George Formby made famous on the British music hall stage. A one-piece cast flange, deep-wall resonator, and rolled brass flat-bar tone ring give it genuine projection and that signature pop-and-snap blend of uke sweetness and banjo clarity. Every instrument ships professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL and a gig bag included.
Brand new Gold Tone Mastertone OB-2 Bowtie Banjo faithfully recreates legendary 1960s Mastertone bowtie banjos with rare 19-hole brass tone ring, mahogany neck, and golden sunburst finish. Professional bluegrass tone with modern reliability. Includes premium hard case.
Banjo Warehouse exclusive! The Gold Tone OB-2+ is a faithful tribute to the classic 1960s Mastertone bowtie banjos, featuring a JLS 19-hole bell brass flathead tone ring, mahogany neck and resonator in golden sunburst, ebony fingerboard with iconic bowtie inlays, Gotoh planetary tuners, and Dotson bridge. Hardshell case included.
In late 2018, Jake Stogdill and Robby Boone had a concept for replicating one of the most iconic banjos, played by one of the most iconic banjo players of all time, JD Crowe's original RB-3 ("Banger"). After extensive research and great attention to every detail, Gold Tone was able to rebirth this classic banjo as the OB-3.
The Gold Tone MB-850+ is a premium banjolin that captures the bright, cutting tone of the 1920s mandolin-banjo orchestras while delivering the build quality and reliability of a modern instrument. Featuring an 11-inch brass tone ring, maple resonator, and GDAE tuning on a 13-7/8-inch scale neck, it's perfect for mandolin players curious about banjo tone or anyone drawn to this wonderfully distinctive instrument. Every MB-850+ ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida and includes a gig bag.
The Gold Tone MB-850+/L is the left-handed version of Gold Tone's premium banjolin — a faithful recreation of the 1920s mandolin-banjo with an 11-inch brass tone ring pot and removable maple resonator. Tuned GDAE like a mandolin but with the bright, projecting voice of a banjo, it's an ideal instrument for old-time, Celtic, jug band, or any player who wants something genuinely different. Every one ships with a gig bag and professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone MC-150RP Maple Classic is a full-featured, professional-grade resonator banjo built around a steel alloy flathead tone ring and multi-ply maple rim — making it one of the most capable banjos at anywhere near this price point. It converts effortlessly to an open-back configuration simply by removing the resonator and brackets, giving you two distinct instruments in one. Every instrument receives a professional factory setup at Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida before it ships so it plays beautifully right out of the box.
The Gold Tone ML-1 Missing Link is a one-of-a-kind baritone banjo born from a collaboration between Béla Fleck and Gold Tone president Wayne Rogers, designed to fill the sonic gap between a standard five-string and a cello banjo. Tuned to open C (CGCEG), it features a 12-inch maple rim, rolled brass flat bar tone ring, ebony fingerboard with Béla's own art nouveau inlay, and a Zero Glide nut — all wrapped in a stunning vintage brown high-gloss finish. Every ML-1 ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida and includes a hardshell case.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone ML-1 Missing Link baritone banjo — a genuinely rare instrument co-designed by Béla Fleck to fill the sonic gap between a standard five-string and a cello banjo. Tuned to open C (CGCEG), it delivers a deep, warm, orchestral voice unlike anything else on the market, built around a 12-inch maple rim with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring. Every ML-1/L is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone MM-150 Maple Mountain is a beautifully appointed openback banjo built for clawhammer and old-time players who want authentic tone without compromise. Featuring a Whyte Laydie-style brass tone ring, planetary tuners, rosewood fingerboard with snowflake inlays, and a frailing scoop, this banjo punches well above its price class. It ships with a hard case and professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
On order from Gold Tone. We don't have this one in the warehouse right now — placing an order reserves you a unit from the incoming batch. Lead times vary by model, so get in touch before you buy and we'll tell you where this run currently stands. Your payment is fully refundable at any time before your order ships, for any reason and with no restocking fee.
The Gold Tone MM-150 Maple Mountain is a beautifully appointed openback banjo built for old-time, clawhammer, and frailing players who want genuine vintage tone without a vintage price. It features a Whyte Laydie-style brass tone ring, planetary tuners, rosewood fingerboard with snowflake inlays, and a frailing scoop — all in a package that ships with a hard case included. Every MM-150 is professionally set up at Gold Tone’s factory in Titusville, FL before it leaves.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone MM-150 Maple Mountain — a beautifully appointed openback banjo built for old-time, clawhammer, and frailing players who demand professional-grade features without the premium price tag. Equipped with a Whyte Laydie-style brass tone ring, planetary tuners, a rosewood fingerboard with a frailing scoop, and an 11" Remo Renaissance head, the MM-150/L arrives with a hardshell case and a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida.
Why Banjo Warehouse
Geoff has spent more than 50 years buying, selling, playing, and studying banjos. He authored The Banjo Primer, co-designed the Gold Tone OB-12 Top Tension and OB-Standard with Wayne Rogers and Greg Rich, and has personal relationships with the makers and players who define this instrument. Geoff has been a top dealer for brands like Deering, Stelling, and more since the late 1970s. When you call Banjo Warehouse, you're talking to someone who can tell you exactly how a 1932 Gibson flathead compares to a modern Huber or Gold Tone, and why that matters for the music you want to play.
What We Carry
Our inventory spans the full range of serious five-string banjos. We are an authorized dealer for Gold Tone, Deering, Huber, Recording King, OME, Pisgah Banjo Co., ODE and Shelby, which means we sell these brands new, with full factory warranty, and can order any model in the line rather than only what is on the floor.
Recording King, Gold Tone and Deering each span the whole range, from beginner instruments through intermediate models to high end builds. OME and Pisgah start at the intermediate level and go up from there. Huber, ODE and Shelby sit at the top, and Shelby builds to order. We also regularly carry used and vintage banjos from Stelling, Nechville and other respected builders, the instruments professional bluegrass and old-time players rely on night after night.
Our vintage and used inventory is where Geoff's expertise runs deepest. We specialize in prewar Gibson "Mastertone" banjos, the flathead and archtop instruments from the 1920s and 1930s that remain the gold standard in bluegrass, along with postwar Gibsons, tenor conversions, and a rotating selection of collectible instruments from across the decades. Every used instrument is described honestly, including any wear, repairs, or non-original parts.
How We Work
We ship free within the United States via insured FedEx. Banjos we ship from our shop are packed by hand to arrive in tune and ready to play; customers regularly tell us their banjo was still in tune when they opened the case. If for any reason you're not satisfied, you have 7 days to return it. Return shipping is the buyer's responsibility, and refunds are the purchase price less $125 to cover our original shipping cost. Financing is available at checkout through PayPal Pay in 4, and through Afterpay on instruments under $4,000.
We also buy and trade. If you have a banjo you're looking to move, call Geoff directly at 404-218-8580. He pays fair prices and makes the process simple.