Gold Tone Professional Bluegrass Banjo Wide Fingerboard Vintage Walnut
Description
The Gold Tone OB-150WF banjo offers bluegrass players the look, feel, and sound of a classic pre-war banjo at an accessible price point. Featuring a three-ply maple rim, a one-piece flange, and a brass flathead tone ring, this banjo is designed to deliver the rich, resonant tones that define bluegrass music. Perfect for players of all levels, this banjo delivers high-quality tone and superb playability. Complete with a lifetime warranty, the OB-150WF provides all the essential features needed to deliver authentic bluegrass sound without breaking the bank.
Rich Tone and Authentic Playability
At the heart of the OB-150WF is its brass flathead tone ring, providing the bright, clear tone that bluegrass players love. The three-ply maple rim and maple neck enhance the instrument’s resonance and sustain, offering a full-bodied sound perfect for solo performances or ensemble settings. The smooth satin finish and comfortable armrest make playing for extended periods easy, ensuring this banjo not only sounds great but feels great too.
Precision Craftsmanship for Optimal Performance
The two-way adjustable truss rod allows for precise neck adjustments, while the ZeroGlide nut ensures smooth tuning and intonation. With its dual 11" coordinator rods and a solid maple bridge, this banjo offers the structural integrity and tonal clarity demanded by professional players. Built to exacting standards, the OB-150WF is a reliable instrument for serious bluegrass musicians.
Designed for Players Who Demand Quality and Affordability
The OB-150WF is built for bluegrass players who need a high-quality instrument at an affordable price. Its "pre-war" design and vintage aesthetic, combined with modern playability and durability, make it the ideal choice for players of all levels. With a lifetime warranty and left-handed models available, the OB-150WF is built to last a lifetime of bluegrass performances.
Features
- Brass flathead tone ring for rich, clear bluegrass tone
- Three-ply maple rim and maple neck for enhanced resonance and sustain
- Precision craftsmanship for optimal playability and tone
- Comes with a lifetime transferable warranty for peace of mind
Specs
- Buttons: Cream
- Nut width: 1-5/16" ZeroGlide nut
- Tuners: GT Planetary
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Frets: 22
- Inlay: Vintage Pearloid
- Material: Maple
- Truss rod: Two-way adjustable
- Armrest: Gold Tone engraved
- Binding: Cream ABS
- Brackets: 24
- Bridge: 5/8" maple with ebony cap
- Coordinator rods: Dual 11"
- Finish: Vintage brown satin
- Flange: One-piece cast
- Hardware: Chrome plated
- Head: 11" Remo HC coated topside
- Resonator: 14" maple
- Rim: 11" 3-ply maple
- Tailpiece: Terminator
- Tension hoop: 11" notched
- Tone ring: 11" brass flat top
- Scale length: 26-1/4"
- Weight: 11.5 lbs.
- Case: Included
- String gauge: .010, .022w, .014, .012, .010
- Orientation: Right handed (left-handed model available)