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The BC-350 and Bob Carlin Plus

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Bob Carlin 350
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At the 2004 IBMA show, Bob Carlin and Wayne met to discuss the possibilities of a signature model 12" banjo. The basic features requested by Bob were a 12" pot, scooped fingerboard, specific neck dimensions and brass tone ring. These features where previously only found on a banjo retailing for $1200 or above. Bob personally made a trip to our Florida factory for the designing. For two days, Wayne and Bob discussed every possible spec and tested prototypes. Every detail was fine tuned. In order to complete the project, Gold Tone would invest in all new 12" tooling (a significant expense) to assure perfectly fitted parts. A year later we introduced.... the Gold Tone Bob Carlin Signature Model BC-350!
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Features
Neck - Maple
Fingerboard - Ebony
Headstock - Star
Fingerboard Inlay - Orpheum Style |
Nut - Bone
Bridge - Ebony/ Maple
Tuners - Planetary
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This is the new Bob Carlin signature model BC 350 Plus. Look at the quality and attention to detail on this. This is every bit like an expensive custom built model that should cost in the $4000 or $5000 range. Very Impressed. Wayne's done it again, They are really "hands on" at Goldtone and know what they want, and what they're doing. Ross N
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Bob Carlin Plus
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Identical specs to the BC-350, (above) the plus model is a gorgeous work of art. Goldtone used an exquisite vintage inlay style highly acclaimed during the heyday of banjos. Triple plated gold hardware sets off the rich vintage brown mahogany stain.
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Features
Neck - Maple Modified Dowel Stick
Wood Finish - Vintage Mahogany
Fingerboard Inlay - Orpheum Style
Headstock Inlay - Orpheum Style |
Fingerboard - Ebony
Nut - Bone
Bridge - Ebony/Maple
Tuners - GT Master Planets
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Cripple Creek CC100R This model is perfect for students just getting
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Gold Tone Orange Blossom 250 Plus Comes with upgraded JLS flathead tone ring, great low price for this high quality and great sounding Bluegrass Banjo.
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- OB 250
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Orange Blossom OB 250 ArchtopThe AT model includes a forty hole sand cast bell brass arch top tone ring. This configuration produces more penetrating highs compared to a conventional flat top.
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BG-250
Bluegrass BG-250 Bluegrass Special Its convertible feature allows a great bluegrass tone, and by removing the resonator and brackets, you now have a genuine old time openback. This is a great feature for players wanting to play both styles.
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Cripple Creek ModelsNever before has an entry level banjo included the features and tone of our Cripple Creek Models. Check any competitive banjo in this price range and you’ll find "more bang for the buck" with our Cripple Creek.
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Orange Blossom 300 This gold plated beauty has similar features as the OB500 without the metal engraving. A curly maple neck and matching curly maple/abalone binding combine for a most decorative 5 string.
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- CC-100
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Elite ClassicDowel stick construction and elaborate "Tree of Life" inlays make this one unique and beautiful openback. This is the only banjo we know of being offered with a spun metal rim.
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- Bob Carlin BC-120
Bob Carlin BC-120This economically priced version of the BC line has many of the features of it's costlier relative
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Gig bag
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- Bob Carlin BC-350
Bob Carlin BC-350At the 2004 IBMA show, Bob Carlin and Goldtone met to discuss the possibilities of a signature model 12" banjo. A year later Goldtone introduced the Gold Tone Bob Carlin Signature Model BC-350!
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- Bob Carlin BC 350 Plus
Bob Carlin BC-350 Plus Goldtone used an exquisite vintage inlay style highly acclaimed during the heyday of banjos
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- White Ladye+
White Ladye+GoldTone has introduced an exquisite version of the WL-250 featuring our custom tree of life inlay. Unlike other tree of life inlay designs, the position markers are easily seen by the flower patterns for up the neck playing.
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- White Ladye Long Neck
White Ladye-WL250
Long NeckOur premier open back banjo is available in Long Neck. A White Ladye tone ring combined with a thin maple rim provides ample volume and a wonderful plunky tone.
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- Maple Mountain
Maple Mountain MM-150For a sweet frailing or clawhammer tone the MM-150 is our original open back and has been very well received.
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CB-100The CB-100 was created to meet the demands of the modern old-time player. It's lightweight minimalist design yields nothing but effortless playability.
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- Beginner Banjo CC 50
Open Back CC 50 BeginnerFor an economy 5 string, the CC-50 outshines the competition. Our 12 point set up ensures accurate intonation, easy fingering, and good tone
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- OT 800
OT-800This Vega style replica is an accurate reproduction of the most sought after pot in the classic Old Time sound.
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Clawhammer DVD and CC Tuner
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- CC OT
CC OTA complete package designed to learn clawhammer style banjo. Includes Bob Carlin Instructional DVD, Capo spike, gig bag, strap, frailing scoop, and all Old Time style cosmetics
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10 String Banjo10 string (think 12 string guitar) open back for Old Time style.
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