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Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo - Restock Black
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A composite-shell banjo with lively tone and rugged durability.
For musicians drawn to the clear, lively snap of a banjo, inspiration often begins with a single crisp note. The Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-string Banjo meets that spark with a design focused on accessibility, strength, and a full-range voice that feels as immediate as the first strum. Its composite shell and maple resonator offer a balanced mix of punch and brightness, while the fast nato neck and rosewood fingerboard make every transition feel natural under the hands. Planetary tuners, a ZeroGlide nut, and reliable hardware keep the setup consistent, whether you’re learning rolls, picking out melodies, or exploring new tunings. The Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo brings a sense of control and confidence that lets players focus on the rhythm and melody at hand, set after set.
Gold Tone Composite Rim and Maple Resonator Define the Sound
The pairing of a composite rim with a maple resonator gives this model its signature voice—quick to respond, with a bright edge and a punchy, present low end. The lightweight shell resists the effects of humidity and temperature, so the instrument stays stable even during travel or seasonal shifts. This combination delivers a crisp attack and ringing sustain, making each note stand out whether you’re playing solo or holding down the groove in a group jam.
Gold Tone Hardware and Setup Enhance Playability
Details like GT planetary tuners, a ZeroGlide nut, and a maple bridge with ebony cap keep tuning reliable through long practice sessions and quick changes. The 12" Remo Renaissance head adds warmth and sensitivity, responding well to subtle shifts in picking hand attack. These features together create a playing experience where adjustments are simple, and focus stays on music-making, not maintenance.
Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo Suits Real-World Practice and Progress
Lightweight construction and a smooth rosewood fingerboard mean comfort during extended sessions, whether at home or in a lesson studio. The padded gig bag is ready for transport to rehearsals or workshops, while dot-and-star inlays support confident navigation for both beginners and returning players. The Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo is built for musicians looking to build skills and play with consistency across changing environments and daily routines.
Features
- Composite 6-string banjo brings punchy tone and lightweight feel
- Modern composite rim delivers clarity and projection for bluegrass runs
- Maple resonator back boosts bark on the fourth string
- Two-way adjustable truss rod lets you fine-tune neck relief
- 18 frets on rosewood fingerboard allow fast melodic movement
- GT Planetary tuners provide stable tuning for aggressive picking
- ZeroGlide nut keeps string spacing tight and notes crisp
- Vintage-style tailpiece supports traditional banjo attack and snap
- Padded gig bag protects during travel and festival load-ins
- 5 lb. build reduces fatigue during long sets and sessions
Begin your banjo journey with the Gold Tone AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo and experience lively bluegrass tone, easy playability, and unbeatable value right now.
AC-5+1 Composite 6-String Banjo - Specifications:
General- Product type: Resonator banjo
- Model: AC-5+1
- Top wood: Composite
- Back wood: Maple
- Resonator: Maple
- Rim: 12" composite
- Flange: Integrated
- Brackets: 16
- Armrest: Black wooden fits-all
- Binding: Black ABS
- Concentric rings: No
- Finish: Black satin
- Neck wood: Nato
- Fingerboard wood: Rosewood
- Scale length: 26-3/16"
- Number of frets: 18
- Inlays: Dot with star
- Truss rod: Two-way adjustable
- Nut width: 1-3/4" ZeroGlide nut
- Tuners: GT planetary
- Tailpiece: Vintage style
- Bridge: Maple with ebony cap
- Tension hoop: 12" flat bar
- Coordinator rods: Single 12"
- Tone ring: None
- Hardware finish: Chrome plated
- Head type: Remo LC Renaissance
- Head diameter: 12"
- Scale length: 26-3/16"
- Rim diameter: 12"
- Weight: 5 lb.
- Strings: .010, .042w, .024w, .015, .012, .010
- Tuning: gGDGBD
- Case: Gig bag included
- Orientation: Right handed
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