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.
The Gold Tone AC-4T is a 4-string openback tenor banjo set up for standard CGDA tuning. Like the rest of the Acoustic Composite line it is light, durable, and easy to play, with a slim neck and a ZeroGlide nut for stable tuning. The composite rim gives it a bright, punchy voice with plenty of projection for its size, and at 3.5 pounds it travels anywhere. Professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL and shipped with a gig bag.
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.
The Gold Tone AC-Traveler is a short-scale, lightweight 5-string banjo built around a tough composite rim — perfect for road trips, beach jams, younger players, or anyone who wants a real banjo that can take a beating. At just 4 lbs. and with a 23-1/2" scale, it plays easily and travels anywhere. Every AC-Traveler receives a professional factory setup at Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida so it's ready to play the moment it arrives.
The Gold Tone Banjola+ is a one-of-a-kind hybrid that blends the soul of a mandola with the character of a five-string banjo, producing a warm, expressive voice that works beautifully for ballads, instrumentals, and everything in between. Built with a solid spruce top, curly maple body, and a bridge-mounted transducer pickup, it's ready for the stage or the living room. Every Banjola+ ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, so it plays its best right out of the box.
The Gold Tone Banjola+S is a one-of-a-kind hybrid that blends the warm, expressive voice of a mandola body with five-string banjo playability — complete with a solid spruce top, curly maple neck, bound rosewood fretboard, passive bridge-mounted pickup, and a scooped fretboard that gives clawhammer and old-time players room to work, the feature that sets the +S apart from the standard Banjola+. Lightweight at just four pounds and tuned GDGBD, it's equally at home coloring a slow ballad or stepping out on an instrumental solo. Every Banjola+S arrives factory set up by the Gold Tone team in Titusville, Florida, and includes a gig bag.
The Gold Tone Banjolele blends the sweet warmth of a concert ukulele with the crisp pop and snap of an openback banjo, thanks to its rolled brass tone ring and 8-inch maple rim. Tuned GCEA at concert scale, it's ideal for ukulele players ready to explore the classic banjo-uke sound made famous by George Formby. Every one ships with a gig bag and professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
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Why Banjo Warehouse
Geoff has spent more than 50 years buying, selling, playing, and studying banjos. He authored The Banjo Primer, collaborated with Gold Tone founder Wayne Rogers on the OB-12 Top Tension design, and has personal relationships with the makers and players who define this instrument. 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, 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. On the new side, we carry Gold Tone and Deering as authorized dealers, two of the most respected names in American-made banjos. We also stock Recording King for players looking for exceptional value at the entry and intermediate levels.
For players seeking professional-grade instruments, we regularly carry banjos from Huber, Stelling, Nechville, OME, ODE, and other respected builders. These are instruments that 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. Banjos we ship from our shop are double-boxed and 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, we offer a 7-day return window on all purchases.
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.