Detail 01
Brass flathead tone ring
The description identifies it as the source of the banjo's bright, clear bluegrass tone.
Product detailSKU #1500000358558
Gold ToneProfessional Bluegrass Banjo Wide Fingerboard Vintage Walnut
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A bluegrass banjo with a pre-war-inspired look, brass flathead tone ring, maple construction, and a wide 1-5/16" ZeroGlide nut.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bluegrass players seeking bright, clear tone
- Players who want a pre-war-inspired vintage aesthetic
- Players who value a wide fingerboard and adjustable neck
- Buyers who want an included case and lifetime warranty
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want a vintage/pre-war-inspired design
- Buyers seeking a different instrument type than a bluegrass banjo
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
11" 3-ply maple rim
The maple rim is paired with a maple neck and 14" maple resonator.
Detail 03
Two-way adjustable truss rod
Allows precise neck adjustments.
Detail 04
ZeroGlide nut
The description states it supports smooth tuning and intonation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is listed as a right-handed banjo; a left-handed model is available.
- 02The listed weight is 11.5 lb.
- 03The banjo includes a case.
- 04Its nut width is 1-5/16".
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a case included?
Yes, a case is included.
02Is there a left-handed version?
Yes. The listed model is right-handed, and a left-handed model is available.
03What is the nut width?
It has a 1-5/16" ZeroGlide nut.
04What warranty is included?
The description states that it includes a lifetime warranty.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right handed (left-handed model available)
- Number of Frets
- 22
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
2 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Rosewood
- Color Finish
- Vintage brown satin
2 detailsSize & weight
- Scale length
- 26-1/4"
- Nut width
- 1-5/16" ZeroGlide nut
29 detailsOther
- Coordinator rods
- Dual 11"
- Inlay
- Vintage Pearloid
- Truss rod
- Two-way adjustable
- Case
- Included
- Brackets
- 24
- Tier
- new
- Hardware
- Chrome plated
- Finish
- Vintage brown satin
- String gauge
- .010, .022w, .014, .012, .010
- Binding
- Cream ABS
- Category Source
- detail
- Resonator
- 14" maple
- Tuners
- GT Planetary
- Fingerboard
- Rosewood
- Armrest
- Gold Tone engraved
- Head
- 11" Remo HC coated topside
- Flange
- One-piece cast
- Tailpiece
- Terminator
- Tone ring
- 11" brass flat top
- Material
- Maple
- Korena Special
- false
- Orientation
- Right handed (left-handed model available)
- Weight
- 11.5 lbs.
- Frets
- 22
- Rim
- 11" 3-ply maple
- Buttons
- Cream
- Source Id
- site51500000358558
- Bridge
- 5/8" maple with ebony cap
- Tension hoop
- 11" notched
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