The Gold Tone CC-50RP Cripple Creek Resonator 5-String Banjo with Planetary Tuners is a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, perfect for both aspiring and seasoned bluegrass musicians. This banjo's design captures the essence of classic folk sounds, with its rolled brass tone ring delivering a bright, assertive tone that resonates beautifully in bluegrass and country settings. The maple resonator enhances volume and clarity, while the detachable design allows for versatile tonal shifts to suit clawhammer and folk styles.

Crafted with a hard maple neck and a multi-ply maple rim, the CC-50RP ensures a robust and clear tone, embodying the classic banjo twang. The rosewood fingerboard, adorned with dot inlays, provides comfortable playability for effortless learning and intricate performances. The innovative Zero Glide nut and the high-performance Terminator tailpiece are standout features, offering enhanced durability, improved resonance, and precision tuning stability.

Whether you're jamming on the porch or performing on stage, the CC-50RP's hardware, including planetary tuners and a high-mass tailpiece, ensures that your banjo stays in tune and sounds its best. With a setup completed at Gold Tone’s Florida facility, you can trust in the quality and craftsmanship of this exceptional instrument.

Key Features:

• 5-string banjo with planetary tuners
• Hard maple neck and multi-ply maple rim
• 13-inch removable maple resonator
• Rolled brass tone ring for clear, resonant sound
• Zero Glide nut and Terminator tailpiece for enhanced performance
• Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays
• 11-inch Remo LC Coated Topside head
• Includes a light-duty gig bag for easy transport

Product specs

FAQs

What type of music is the Gold Tone CC-50RP Cripple Creek Resonator Banjo best suited for?

The Gold Tone CC-50RP is ideal for bluegrass and folk music due to its resonator design, which provides a bright and projecting sound characteristic of these genres.

Can the resonator on the Gold Tone CC-50RP Banjo be removed?

Yes, the Gold Tone CC-50RP features a removable resonator, allowing you to switch between a resonator and open-back setup, offering versatility in sound for different playing styles.

What materials are used in the construction of the Gold Tone CC-50RP Banjo?

This banjo features a multi-ply maple body, a maple neck, and a rosewood fingerboard, contributing to its durability and warm tone.

Does the Gold Tone CC-50RP come with a case?

Yes, the Gold Tone CC-50RP includes a gig bag, providing protection and easy transport for the banjo.

What tuning machines are featured on the Gold Tone CC-50RP Banjo?

The Gold Tone CC-50RP is equipped with GT Planetary tuners and a geared 5th string tuner, ensuring stable and precise tuning.