Gold Tone 5-String (A-Scale) Banjo w/ Hard Case

Gold Tone 5-String (A-Scale) Banjo w/ Hard Case

The Old Tone 0T-700A is an accurate reproduction of the most sought after banjo design in the classic Old Time sound, the Vega Tubaphone. This A-Scale model incorporates a fitted metal bracket band to an 11 maple rim in which the shoe lugs bolt directly to the bracket band instead of the wood rim allowing for a more solid tone and increased sustain. The 32-hole brass Tubaphone-style tone ring allows the sound to ring loud and clear with maximum sustain. Improvements to the original classic design include dual coordinator rods (instead of a dowel stick) for a solid neck fit and easy adjustment capabilities. Other features include a maple neck with bound ebony fingerboard with frailing scoop, a classic engraved fingerboard inlay design, a Fairbanks-style headstock, 11 Renaissance banjo head, and a No Knot tailpiece. With final assembly and a complete setup at the Gold Tone Factory in Florida, this model delivers exactly what the contemporary openback banjo player is looking for! The 0T-700A includes a hardshell case. The A-Scale model is two frets shorter than a standard 5-string and tunes standard to ADACD. This model will tune to standard G-tuning with medium gauge strings. Includes: Ebony Fingerboard w/ Fingerboard Scoop, Bridge: Maple with ebony cap 5/8", Nut: Bone, Tailpiece: No Knot, Tuners: GT Master Planets, Flange: Genuine Bracket Band. Every instrument receives a 12 point set-up and is thoroughly inspected before shipment. This takes additional time before shipping but insures that your instrument will be received without any flaws or issues and will be ready to play right out of the box! Features: Includes Hardshell Case Neck: Maple Tone Ring: Tubaphone-Style, 32 Hole Tension Hoop: Brass; Notched Rim: 1/2" Maple Arm Rest: Vega Style Frets: 16 Scale: 23 9/16" Nut Width: 1 3/16" Head Size: 11" Remo High Crown Renaissance Weight: 8 lbs Lifetime warranty Shipped insured Brand new