Gold Tone OB-100 Orange Blossom Mastertone | Lightweight RB-100 Tribute
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$1,099.99
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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.
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- Handedness
- Right-Handed
- Style
- Resonator Banjo
- Strings
- 5
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
- Tone Ring
- Brass
- Pickup
- Yes
- Made In
- China
- Weight
- 8.2 lbs
On backorder, more on the way. This model is temporarily sold out at Gold Tone.
Order now to reserve yours at today’s price and hold your place in line. It ships as soon as our
next shipment arrives, expected in August or September 2026. Questions? Call us at
404-218-8580.
Gold Tone OB-100 Orange Blossom Banjo: Mastertone Style, Rolled Brass Tone Ring, One-Piece Flange
The Gold Tone OB-100 is a Mastertone-style bluegrass banjo with a rolled brass tone ring, one-piece cast flange, and mahogany construction, a tribute to the classic Gibson RB-100 designed with input from Greg Rich. At 8.2 lbs with a 3-ply Canadian maple tone rim, it delivers strong, focused punch while reducing weight for players who need relief. Available from Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio.
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Every Gold Tone is professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before it ships. Your banjo arrives ready to play.
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Why the OB-100?
A lighter-weight take on a classic. The Gold Tone OB-100 is a tribute to the classic Gibson RB-100, designed with input from Greg Rich. It delivers Mastertone-style tone and construction at a weight your shoulder will thank you for.
A simple paddle-style headstock and traditional dot inlays give the OB-100 a clean, understated look, perfect for players who appreciate classic design without flash. The tobacco burst resonator is bound on the back only, staying true to traditional roots.
The Tone Ring
The OB-100 features a 3-ply Canadian maple tone rim with a specially routed channel along the top outer edge that holds a rolled brass tone ring. This design delivers a strong, focused punch while reducing overall weight. The one-piece cast flange provides true Mastertone-style construction.
In short: the OB-100 delivers Mastertone-style tone with one-piece flange construction and rolled brass ring, Greg Rich design, gig bag included, professional Gold Tone factory setup.
The Construction
Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard, 22 frets, and traditional dot inlays. Two-way adjustable truss rod. Bone nut at 1 3/16″ for consistent intonation. Gotoh planetary tuners. 24-notch tension hoop. 5/8″ Mastertone maple bridge with ebony cap. Presto tailpiece. Mahogany resonator with tobacco burst matte finish, bound on the back only.
What’s Included
Gig bag. Professional Gold Tone factory setup. Free shipping anywhere in the United States.
Financing available.
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Specifications
| Neck | |
|---|---|
| Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Frets | 22 |
| Inlays | Dot |
| Nut | Bone, 1 3/16″ |
| Tuners | Gotoh Planetary |
| Truss Rod | Two-Way Adjustable |
| Scale Length | 26 1/4″ |
| Pot | |
|---|---|
| Rim | 11″ 3-Ply Canadian Maple with Routed Channel |
| Tone Ring | 11″ Rolled Brass Flat Bar |
| Tension Hoop | 11″ Notched (24 Brackets) |
| Flange | One-Piece Cast |
| Coordinator Rods | Dual 11″ |
| Bridge | 5/8″ Mastertone Maple with Ebony Cap |
| Head | 11″ Remo HC Coated |
| Hardware | Nickel Plated |
| Tailpiece | Presto |
| Resonator | |
|---|---|
| Wood | Mahogany |
| Finish | Tobacco Burst Matte |
| Binding | Back Only |
| Dimensions & Details | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.2 lbs |
| Tuning | GDGBD |
| Designer | Designed with input from Greg Rich |
| Bag | Gig Bag Included |
Why Buy from Banjo Warehouse?
Banjo Warehouse has been selling fine banjos since 1977, now based in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Owner Geoff Hohwald has played banjo since 1963, has sold banjos since 1977 and is the author of The Banjo Primer. Every banjo ships with a professional Gold Tone factory setup and free shipping anywhere in the United States.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gold Tone OB-100?
The Gold Tone OB-100 is a Mastertone-style bluegrass resonator banjo inspired by the classic Gibson RB-100. Designed with input from Greg Rich, it features a rolled brass tone ring, one-piece cast flange, mahogany neck and resonator, and a tobacco burst matte finish with traditional dot inlays.
What was the Gibson RB-100?
The Gibson RB-100 was an entry-level Mastertone banjo produced by Gibson from the 1940s through the 1960s. It featured simpler appointments than higher-end Mastertones but retained professional construction including a one-piece flange. The Gold Tone OB-100 is a tribute to this classic design.
What type of flange does the OB-100 have?
The OB-100 has a one-piece cast flange, the same construction found on Gibson Mastertone banjos. This is an upgrade from the flat or two-piece flanges found on many entry-level instruments and contributes to the banjo’s professional-grade tone and sustain.
What type of tone ring does the OB-100 have?
The OB-100 has a rolled brass flat bar tone ring set into a specially routed channel along the top outer edge of the 3-ply Canadian maple rim. This design delivers strong, focused punch characteristic of Mastertone-style banjos while keeping the overall weight manageable.
Does the OB-100 come with a case?
The OB-100 comes with a gig bag included. When purchased from Banjo Warehouse, it also ships with a professional Gold Tone factory setup and free shipping.
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