Gold Tone OB-100 Orange Blossom Mastertone | Lightweight RB-100 Tribute
$ 1,099.99
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.
In stock
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 specially designed 3-ply tone rim, it delivers strong, focused punch while reducing weight for players who need relief. Pre-order now from Banjo Warehouse in Yellow Springs, Ohio.
PRE-ORDER NOW — Ships when available from Gold Tone.
🪕 BONUS: The first 3 customers to pre-order receive a signed Greg Rich banjo head!
Every Gold Tone we sell receives a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before shipping. Your banjo arrives ready to play.
Call Geoff directly at (404) 218-8580 with any questions.
Watch: OB-100 Demo
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 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, hardshell case included, professional setup by our banjo tech Tara.
The Construction
Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and traditional dot inlays. ZeroGlide nut at 1 3/16″ for consistent intonation. Gotoh planetary tuners. 24-notch tension hoop. Presto tailpiece. Mahogany resonator with tobacco burst matte finish, bound on the back only.
What’s Included
Hardshell case. Professional setup by our banjo tech Tara. Free shipping anywhere in the United States.
Financing available.
Pre-order now. Full payment reserves your banjo. Ships as soon as it arrives from Gold Tone.
Call Geoff directly at (404) 218-8580 with any questions.
Specifications
| Neck | |
|---|---|
| Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Inlays | Dot |
| Nut | ZeroGlide, 1 3/16″ |
| Tuners | Gotoh Planetary |
| Scale Length | 26 1/4″ |
| Pot | |
|---|---|
| Rim | 11″ 3-Ply Maple with Routed Channel |
| Tone Ring | Rolled Brass |
| Tension Hoop | 11″ Notched (24 Brackets) |
| Flange | One-Piece Cast |
| Hardware | Nickel Plated |
| Tailpiece | Presto |
| Resonator | |
|---|---|
| Wood | Mahogany |
| Finish | Tobacco Burst Matte |
| Binding | Back Only |
| Dimensions & Details | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.2 lbs |
| Designer | Greg Rich |
| Case | Hardshell Included |
Why Buy from Banjo Warehouse?
Banjo Warehouse is located in Yellow Springs, Ohio with additional operations in Atlanta, Georgia. Owner Geoff Hohwald has over 50 years in the banjo business and is the author of The Banjo Primer. Every banjo ships with a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara and free shipping anywhere in the United States.
Want to know when new banjos arrive? Join our email list →
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 tone ring set into a specially routed channel along the top outer edge of the 3-ply 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?
Yes. The OB-100 comes with a hardshell case included. When purchased from Banjo Warehouse, it also ships with a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara and free shipping.
Contact Banjo Warehouse
For detailed descriptions or to chat about banjos, call Geoff Hohwald at (404) 218-8580.
Email us anytime at thebanjowarehouse@gmail.com.
Follow Banjo Warehouse:
- Facebook – Join our community
- Reverb – Shop our listings
- eBay – Find rare instruments
- YouTube – Watch demos and lessons
Want to visit? Call Geoff to schedule an appointment at our Yellow Springs, OH or Atlanta, GA locations.
Related products
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.
Brand new Gold Tone Mastertone OB-2 Bowtie Banjo faithfully recreates legendary 1960s Mastertone bowtie banjos with rare 19-hole brass tone ring, mahogany neck, and golden sunburst finish. Professional bluegrass tone with modern reliability. Includes premium hard case.
This longneck openback RB-175 Gibson banjo is from the late 1960s or early 1970s. It has three extra frets which allow banjoists and singers to play in open E.
Left-handed Gold Tone Bluegrass Heart Béla Fleck Signature Banjo with no-hole bell bronze tone ring, mahogany neck, radiused ebony fingerboard with Flying Eagle red heart inlays, Rickard Cyclone 10:1 tuners with brass buttons, Prucha Presto tailpiece, and Little Mountain armrest. 11.5 lbs. Includes hardshell case, professional setup by our banjo tech Tara, and free shipping.
The Madison RK-R35 gives banjo players a high-quality, great-sounding banjo with a classic Mastertone-style bell brass cast tone ring and one-piece flange. The Recording King Madison RK-R35 is built around the Recordking King 3-ply steam bent maple rim, using the same rim and hardware as in the best-selling RK-ELITE-75 (a $2000 banjo).
1930 Gibson TB-4 Mastertone archtop conversion with all original hardware. Serial #9554-45 places this squarely in Gibson's golden era of Mastertone production. Original rim, one-piece flange, original archtop tone ring, flying eagle inlays. Professional 5-string neck. Includes hardshell case.
Brand new Gold Tone CC-100+/L left-handed Cripple Creek openback banjo featuring the factory-installed SMP+ pickup and included gig bag. This lefty banjo offers a maple neck with two-way adjustable truss rod, rosewood fingerboard with snowflake inlays, three-ply maple rim, rolled brass tone ring, and GT Master planetary tuners. Finished in vintage brown and setup at Gold Tone's Florida facility.
Late 1930s Recording King Model #731 — made by Gibson at Kalamazoo for Montgomery Ward. This tenor conversion features a Huber HR-30 tone ring, original sunburst maple resonator, one-piece flange, and prewar Presto tailpiece. The replacement 5-string neck includes an adjustable truss rod and modern tuners. Prewar craftsmanship meets modern playability.