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.
PRE-ORDER: The OB-100 is a lightweight RB-100 tribute with rolled brass tone ring, one-piece flange, and classic styling. Just 8.2 lbs. Greg Rich design. Every pre-order includes a signed Greg Rich banjo head. Ships when available.
The Gold Tone OB-150 is the most affordable professional-grade bluegrass banjo we carry. 20-hole flat top bell brass tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, one-piece cast flange, dual coordinator rods, GT planetary tuners, vintage brown satin finish. 11.5 lbs. Professionally set up at Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Hardshell case included.
Brand new Gold Tone OB-3+ Orange Blossom "Twanger" featuring upgraded JLS tone ring, mahogany finish, chrome hardware, and archtop hardshell case. Banjo Warehouse exclusive.
The Gold Tone OB-300 is the most visually stunning professional bluegrass banjo at anywhere near its price. Triple-plated gold hardware, modified tree of life abalone and mother of pearl inlay on ebony fingerboard, sand-cast bell bronze tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, one-piece cast flange, flamed maple resonator with inlaid artwork.
The Gold Tone OB-Grandee is Gold Tone's tribute to the Gibson Granada, the holy grail of pre-war banjos. Gold-plated engraved hardware, Hearts and Flowers inlay on ebony fingerboard, sand-cast bell brass tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, one-piece cast flange, Prucha clamshell tailpiece, Gotoh planetary tuners, Snuffy Smith bridge.