The four members of the Gold Tone banjo-ukulele choir (soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone) all utilize the same eight-inch maple-rimmed pot assembly and differ only in the scale lengths of their necks. All models feature Remo Weather King heads, maple necks with bound fingerboards, geared guitar-style tuners, and plate-style resonators.
The Gold Tone BUS/L is the left-handed version of the baritone-scale banjo ukulele, tuned DGBE like the top four strings of a guitar so guitarists and ukulele players alike feel right at home. It features an 8-inch multi-ply maple rim, rosewood fingerboard, and a 19-inch baritone scale length that delivers a warm, full voice with satisfying low-end resonance. Every BUS/L ships with a hard shell case and is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone BUT brings the distinctive snap and sparkle of a banjo to the baritone ukulele's rich, low-register DGBE tuning — making it a natural choice for guitarists who want to cross over into the ukulele world without relearning chord shapes. Built on an 8-inch multi-ply maple rim with a Remo Weather King head, rosewood fingerboard, and geared open-gear tuners, it punches well above its $499.99 price point. A hard shell case is included, and every BUT is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone BUT baritone-scale banjo ukulele — a beautifully voiced instrument tuned DGBE on a 19-inch scale, giving it that rich, full low-end resonance that sets the baritone apart from the rest of the family. Built on Gold Tone's proven 8-inch maple-rimmed pot with a Remo Weather King head and a flat-back maple resonator, it delivers that crisp, punchy banjo-uke tone with surprising depth and projection. A hard shell case is included, and it ships to you professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone CC-Plectrum is a beautifully appointed left-handed plectrum banjo that bridges the world between tenor and five-string playing, making it equally at home in jazz, pop, and Celtic settings. Built on an 11" multi-ply maple rim with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring and a removable resonator, it delivers a full, articulate voice at a price that punches well above its weight. Every CC-Plectrum/L is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone CC-Plectrum is a beautifully built 22-fret, four-string plectrum banjo that sits right in the sweet spot between tenor and five-string — ideal for jazz, Celtic, pop, and beyond. It ships with a gig bag and features a removable resonator so you can play it open-back or closed depending on the setting. Every CC-Plectrum receives a professional factory setup at Gold Tone in Titusville, Florida before it ships to you.
The Gold Tone CC-Tenor is a 19-fret tenor banjo built for players who want quality construction, great tone, and versatility — whether you're playing Dixieland jazz, Celtic tunes, or just strumming for fun. It features a removable resonator, rolled brass flat bar tone ring, and a natural high-gloss maple neck, all at a price that's genuinely accessible. Every CC-Tenor we ship has been professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL so it plays its best right out of the box.
The Gold Tone CC-Tenor/L is the left-handed version of Gold Tone's beloved Cripple Creek tenor banjo — a 19-fret, removable-resonator instrument perfectly suited to Dixieland jazz, Celtic music, or casual strumming. Built with a rolled brass flat-bar tone ring, maple rim, and rosewood fingerboard, it delivers a clear, punchy tone at a price that welcomes newcomers and satisfies seasoned players alike. Every CC-Tenor/L is professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone CEB-4 is a piece of banjo history brought back to life. Cello banjos were once a staple of early twentieth century banjo orchestras and clubs, but they had essentially disappeared by 1930. Gold Tone partnered with the legendary Marcy Marxer to revive this fascinating instrument, and the result is something truly special. [...]
The Gold Tone CEB-4/L is the left-handed version of Marcy Marxer's signature cello banjo — a beautifully voiced instrument tuned in fifths (CGDA) that brings the warmth of a forgotten era back to modern players. Its 14-inch rolled brass flat bar tone ring, ebony fingerboard, and high-tension nylon strings deliver punchy, articulate low-register tone that works equally well for lead playing and accompaniment. Comes with a case and professionally set up at Gold Tone's factory in Titusville, FL.
The Gold Tone GME-4 is a double-cutaway solid body electric mandolin built for players who want mandolin voice with serious electric punch — perfect for Texas Swing, hillbilly jazz, rockabilly, or anywhere feedback-free amplified tone matters. A dual-rail mini humbucker, compensated metal bridge, and slim maple neck make this a genuinely versatile working instrument. It ships with a padded gig bag and arrives professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida.
This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone GME-4, a double-cutaway solid body electric mandolin built for players who want real amplified grunt — from Texas Swing and hillbilly jazz to rock and roll. The alder body, dual-rail mini humbucker, and ZeroGlide nut make this a serious working instrument at a seriously approachable price. Includes a padded gig bag and is professionally set up at the Gold Tone factory in Titusville, Florida before shipping.