Gold Tone Prewar Bowtie Model Banjo With Resonator And Case Included

Name: Prewar Bowtie Model Banjo With Resonator And Case Included
Brand: Gold Tone
SKU: 393598
Price: 3045.00 EUR
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ID : 393598

EAN : 5414428273178

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Information

Essential Information About the 5-String Banjo Guitar "Brown Burst"
• 11" Format with 19-hole Flat Top brass tone ring: a responsive feel and great projection, ideal for acoustic playing.
• Mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard: precise sensation under the fingers, clear attack, and good note-to-note definition.
• Bluegrass-style hardware (Presto-style tailpiece, Gotoh planetary tuners) for stable tuning and a traditional look.
• Case included: easy transport and protection right out of the box.

Prewar Bowtie Model Banjo With Resonator And Case Included

3.045,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A Traditional Design Banjo, Designed for Projection

With its 11" format, brass Flat Top tone ring, and 14" maple resonator, this model follows the lineage of resonator banjos designed to carry the sound and increase presence in an acoustic ensemble. The configuration (24 tension hooks, Presto-style tailpiece, "Bowtie" inlays) clearly aims for an aesthetic and efficiency inspired by bluegrass and old-time playing standards.

For Which Musician and Styles?

This 5-string banjo is intended for intermediate to advanced players seeking power, attack, and good tuning stability. It is perfectly suited for bluegrass, rolling rhythmic accompaniments (picking), well-defined breaks, as well as folk and old-time repertoires whenever a projected and structured sound is desired.

Sound Characteristics

The 3-ply maple rim provides a clear attack and excellent clarity, while the 11" Flat Top brass tone ring enhances brightness, dynamics, and volume reserve. The 14" maple resonator channels the sound forward, improving projection and presence in an acoustic mix. The ebony fingerboard contributes to attack precision, and the combination of bone nut + maple bridge topped with ebony promotes efficient vibration transmission, with a clean sustain and a characteristic "resonator banjo" snap.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To stay as close as possible to the original setup, favor a 5-string banjo string set with gauges .010-.012-.014-.022w-.011 (or equivalent). A chromatic tuner and fingerpicks can also help fully exploit the attack and projection of this type of configuration.

Technical specifications

Rim	11", 3-ply maple	Nut material	bone
Tone ring	11" Flat Top, 19 holes, brass	Tension hooks	24
Tension hoop	11" notched	Bridge	maple with ebony cap, 0.62" / 15.8 mm (5/8") Snuffy Smith style
Armrest	Single piece	Tailpiece	Presto style
Head	11" HC, varnished top	Tuners	Gotoh planetary
Resonator	14" maple	Tuning	G-D-G-B-D
Neck	mahogany	String gauges	.011, .022w, .014, .012, .010
Fingerboard	ebony	Weight	5.9 kg
Inlays	Goldtone Bowtie	Included	case
Truss rod	double action	Finish	glossy
Scale length	26.26" / 667 mm	Color	Brown burst
Nut width	1.25" / 31.7 mm

Questions frequently asked

Is this resonator banjo suitable for bluegrass?

This model is suitable for bluegrass thanks to its 11-inch brass Flat Top tone ring and 14-inch maple resonator, designed to enhance sound projection.

What is the original tuning and string gauge?

The specified tuning is G-D-G-B-D. The original set uses gauges .011, .022w, .014, .012, and .010. A 5-string banjo set with equivalent gauges will maintain this configuration.

Does the Gold Tone Banjo Bowtie Pre-War come with a case?

A case is included with the instrument.

What are the neck dimensions?

The mahogany neck has a scale length of 667 mm, or 26.26 inches. The nut width is 31.7 mm. A dual-action truss rod is integrated into the neck.

What sound does the maple resonator provide?

The 14-inch maple resonator channels the sound forward. Combined with the 3-ply maple rim and the 19-hole brass tone ring, it promotes a defined attack and ample volume reserve.