SOLD - Mastertone Gold Tone OB-2 Bowtie 5-String Banjo with Resonator

The exceptional craftsmanship of the Gold Tone OB-2 Bowtie Banjo is a modern tribute to the revered bowtie banjos of the early 1960s. Meticulously crafted with a mahogany neck, maple resonator, and an ebony fingerboard, this banjo boasts 22 frets adorned with the distinctive Gold Tone Bowtie inlay. Its golden sunburst finish adds a touch of elegance, complemented by cream ABS binding and nickel-plated hardware.

The OB-2 features a 19-hole flathead tone ring, echoing the unique design of its historical counterparts. Equipped with high-quality Gotoh planetary tuners and a Presto-style tailpiece, it offers unparalleled tuning stability and ease of play. The renowned Snuffy Smith bridge and dual coordinator rods ensure precise adjustment, optimizing its rich, vibrant sound.

• Buttons: Custom Gotoh
  
• Nut Width: 1-1/4" Bone
  
• Tuners: Gotoh Planetary
  
• Fingerboard: Ebony
  
• Frets: 22
  
• Inlay: Gold Tone Bowtie
  
• Material: Mahogany
  
• Truss Rod: Two-Way Adjustable
  
• Armrest: Plain
  
• Binding: Cream ABS
  
• Brackets: 24
  
• Bridge: 5/8" Snuffy Smith
  
• Coordinator Rods: Dual 11"
  
• Finish: Golden Sunburst
  
• Flange: One Piece Cast
  
• Hardware: Nickel Plated
  
• Head: 11" Remo HC Coated Topside
  
• Resonator: 14" Mahogany
  
• Rim: 11" 3-Ply Maple
  
• Tailpiece: Presto Style
  
• Tension Hoop: 11" Notched
  
• Tone Ring: 11" Flat Top - 19 Hole - Brass
  
• Scale Length: 26-1/4"
  
• Weight: 13 lbs.
  
• String Gauge: .010, .022w, .014, .012, .010
  
• Tuning: GDGBD
  
• Case: Gold Tone Hardshell case 
• Serial Number: 22304661