$699.99

The Gold Tone CC-50RP/L is the left-handed version of the CC-50RP Cripple Creek resonator banjo, featuring Gotoh-style planetary tuners, a rolled brass tone ring, convertible resonator/openback design, and a ZeroGlide nut. Purpose-built for left-handed players. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse. Gig bag included.

$474.99

The Gold Tone CC-50TR/L is the left-handed version of the beloved Cripple Creek open-back banjo — a lightweight, all-wood instrument built specifically for old-time and folk-style playing. With a maple neck and rim, rolled brass tone ring, and ZeroGlide nut, it plays and sounds better than anything else at this price point. A gig bag is included, and every one ships professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.

$849.99

The Gold Tone CC-Banjitar puts authentic banjo tone in the hands of any guitarist — no new technique required. Built on Gold Tone's trusted Cripple Creek platform with an 11-inch rolled brass flat-bar tone ring, a built-in SMP+ pickup, and a gig bag included, it's a genuinely giggable instrument at an honest price. If you've ever wanted to add that twangy, cutting banjo voice to your playing without starting from scratch, this is the instrument that makes it happen.

$849.99

The Gold Tone CC-Banjitar (Left-Handed) gives left-handed guitarists an instant gateway into that bright, punchy banjo sound — no new tuning, no new chord shapes, just plug in and play. Built on Gold Tone's proven Cripple Creek platform with an 11-inch rolled brass flat-bar tone ring, a built-in SMP+ pickup, and a gig bag included, this is one of the most complete packages in the banjitar world. Every instrument receives a professional factory setup at Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida before shipping, so it arrives ready to play from the first strum.

$699.99

The Gold Tone CC-BG is Gold Tone's all-in-one beginner bluegrass banjo package at $699.99. Includes a 5-string resonator banjo with maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, brass rod tone ring, and mahogany resonator, plus a gig bag, cloth strap, clip tuner, and a link to Geoff Hohwald's Banjo Primer video series. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio.

$699.99

This is the left-handed version of Gold Tone's CC-BG Cripple Creek Bluegrass Starter Pack — everything a left-handed beginner needs to start playing bluegrass banjo right out of the box. The package includes the CC-50R banjo with a maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, brass rod tone ring, and mahogany resonator, plus a gig bag, Swift Clip Tuner, neck strap, fingerpicks, thumb pick, and an instructional video by me, Geoff Hohwald. Professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before shipping.

$849.99

The Gold Tone CC-Carlin12 brings Bob Carlin's renowned clawhammer banjo specs to new and developing players at an extraordinary price point. A 12-inch multi-ply maple rim, rolled brass flat-bar tone ring, scooped rosewood fretboard, ZeroGlide nut, and Gold Tone planetary tuners deliver authentic Old Time sound and feel in a rock-solid, beginner-friendly package. Every CC-Carlin12 arrives factory set up by Gold Tone's luthiers in Titusville, Florida, and ships with a gig bag included.

$849.99

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.

This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone CC-Carlin12, a 12-inch open-back clawhammer banjo built to the signature specs of old-time legend Bob Carlin — one of the most dedicated banjo educators in American folk music. Designed for beginners and intermediate players who want an instrument that plays and sounds like a serious old-time banjo without a serious price tag, it ships with a gig bag and arrives professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida. At $849.99, this left-handed model is a genuinely rare find in the clawhammer world.

$849.99

The Gold Tone CC-Carlin12D is Bob Carlin's signature 12-inch clawhammer banjo in a limited Vintage Brown finish: a 12-inch multi-ply maple rim with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring and Remo Renaissance head for that deep old-time plunk, a scooped rosewood fingerboard and a 1-3/8 inch Zero Glide nut. Ships with a gig bag.

$699.99

The Gold Tone CC-Irish Tenor is a 17-fret, GDAE-tuned tenor banjo that delivers authentic Irish tone with professional-grade components at an approachable price — a genuine first choice for beginners and a smart second instrument for gigging players. Built on an 11" multi-ply maple rim with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring and a maple resonator, it produces that crisp, incisive voice that Celtic music demands, while the ZeroGlide nut and fast maple neck keep playing effortless from the first session. Every CC-Irish Tenor ships factory-fresh and arrives professionally set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes a gig bag ready for your first session.

$699.99

The Gold Tone CC-Irish Tenor/L is a 17-fret, GDAE-tuned tenor banjo that delivers authentic Irish tone with professional-grade components at an approachable price — a genuine first choice for beginners and a smart second instrument for gigging players. Built on an 11″ multi-ply maple rim with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring and a maple resonator, it produces that crisp, incisive voice that Celtic music demands, while the ZeroGlide nut and fast maple neck keep playing effortless from the first session. Every CC-Irish Tenor/L ships factory-fresh and arrives professionally set up by Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida, and includes a gig bag ready for your first session.

$524.99

The Gold Tone CC-Mini is everything players love about the legendary CC-100 — maple neck, multi-ply maple rim, rolled brass tone ring — scaled down to an 8-inch body and tuned to C, making it a dream travel banjo or the perfect first instrument for a young picker. At under five pounds and with a 19-3/4" scale length, it plays easily and sounds genuinely musical right out of the box. Every CC-Mini ships with a professional factory setup from Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida so it arrives ready to play.


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.

Common questions

Are banjos set up before they ship?

Yes. Our used, vintage, and other new banjos are inspected by Geoff and set up in-house by our tech, Tara. Every Gold Tone is professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory, and the ones in our Yellow Springs showroom get a second in-house setup on top of that. More on Gold Tone setup →

Do you buy banjos and take trades?

We do. Call Geoff with what you have and he'll make the process simple and fair.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes. Shipping is free within the U.S., and every purchase has a 7-day return window.

New to banjo? Where should I start?

Most beginners do well with an affordable resonator or openback. Tell us your budget and style and we'll point you the right way.
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