Gold Tone Clawhammer Banjos
Gold Tone clawhammer banjos are a line of banjos designed for players who prefer the clawhammer or frailing style of playing. These banjos typically have an open-back design, which produces a softer, warmer sound compared to the resonator-style banjos used in bluegrass. Gold Tone offers a variety of clawhammer banjos, from entry-level options to professional-grade instruments, that are known for their high-quality construction, rich tone, and affordability. These banjos often feature a scooped fingerboard, which allows for easier playing in the frailing style. Many musicians appreciate the unique character and versatility of Gold Tone clawhammer banjos, which can be used in a range of musical genres beyond just old-time and folk music.
The Gold Tone AC-1 won "Best in Show" at NAMM for good reason - it's the lightest full-size banjo you'll find at under 4 pounds. Perfect for beginners, travelers, and kids, this composite rim banjo delivers surprisingly good tone with a slim, comfortable neck and Zero Glide nut. Professionally set up with a 3-year transferable warranty. At $299.99, it's the smart way to start playing banjo.
The Gold Tone AC-5 is the lightest resonator banjo we carry at $499.99. Composite rim and resonator deliver full bluegrass volume at just 5.5 lbs. Maple neck, ZeroGlide nut, two-way adjustable truss rod, Terminator tailpiece, Remo head. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Includes gig bag.
The Gold Tone BG-150F is a Gibson-inspired bluegrass banjo at $999.99. Hearts and Flowers mother-of-pearl inlay, 14" mahogany resonator, flat flange, 24 brackets, dual coordinator rods, GT planetary tuners, vintage brown high-gloss finish. 8.5 lbs. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Includes padded gig bag.
The Gold Tone CC-100R is the best beginner banjo at this price. Maple neck and rim, rolled brass tone ring, two-way adjustable truss rod, and a convertible resonator/openback design. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Gig bag included.
The Gold Tone CC-50 Cripple Creek is a 5-string open-back banjo built for old-time and folk playing. Multi-ply maple rim, rolled brass tone ring, two-way adjustable truss rod, and Terminator tailpiece. Lightweight at 5.5 lbs. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Includes gig bag. $474.99.
The Gold Tone CC-50RP Cripple Creek adds a full-walled removable resonator and planetary-gear tuners to the CC-50 platform. Multi-ply maple rim, rolled brass tone ring, two-way adjustable truss rod, Terminator tailpiece. Converts easily to open back. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Includes gig bag. $699.99.
Left-handed Gold Tone BC-350 Bob Carlin signature openback banjo. 12" maple pot, rolled brass tone ring, scooped ebony fretboard, planetary tuners. Hardshell case included. Professionally set up before shipping.