Gold Tone BG-175F Mastertone Bluegrass Banjo | Flying Eagle Inlays Under $1000
$ 999.99
PRE-ORDER: Flying Eagle inlays and Mastertone styling for under $1,000. The BG-175F features a rolled brass tone ring, mahogany construction, and weighs just 8.5 lbs. Greg Rich design. First 3 pre-orders receive a signed Greg Rich banjo head. Ships when available.
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Flying Eagle inlays. Mastertone styling. Under $1,000.
The Gold Tone BG-175F delivers classic Mastertone-inspired bluegrass tone in a lightweight, comfortable package — designed with input from Greg Rich and priced for working musicians.
Timeless Look
The vintage Flying Eagle inlay pattern, high-gloss Vintage Brown finish, and nickel-plated hardware give the BG-175F a timeless look rooted in classic banjo tradition. This is the aesthetic of a banjo that costs twice as much.
Serious Tone at a Serious Value
Built around an 11″ multi-ply maple rim and a rolled brass flat bar tone ring, this banjo produces a clear, focused sound with strong note separation and balanced projection — ideal for traditional bluegrass styles. A mahogany neck and resonator contribute warmth and depth.
Lightweight and Comfortable
The flat flange design keeps overall weight at just 8.5 lbs — one of the lightest resonator banjos you’ll find at any price point.
Key Features
- Flying Eagle Mother-of-Pearl Inlays
- Rolled Brass Flat Bar Tone Ring
- Multi-Ply Maple Rim
- Flat Flange Design
- Mahogany Neck and Resonator
- Vintage Brown High-Gloss Finish
- GT Planetary Tuners
- Presto Tailpiece
- ZeroGlide Nut
- Lightweight: 8.5 lbs
- Padded Gig Bag Included
Specifications
| Designer | Greg Rich |
|---|---|
| Tone Ring | 11″ Rolled Brass Flat Bar |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Resonator | 14″ Mahogany |
| Rim | 11″ Multi-Ply Maple |
| Flange | Flat Flange |
| Tailpiece | Presto |
| Tension Hoop | 11″ Notched (24 brackets) |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Inlays | Flying Eagle |
| Nut Width | 1-3/16″ ZeroGlide |
| Scale Length | 26-1/4″ |
| Tuners | GT Planetary |
| Hardware | Nickel Plated |
| Finish | Vintage Brown / High Gloss |
| Weight | 8.5 lbs |
| Bag | Padded Gig Bag Included |
Pre-Order Details
This is a pre-order item. Full payment reserves your banjo. Ships as soon as it arrives from Gold Tone.
Questions? Call Geoff at 404-218-8580.
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