Banjo Reviews From Customers
Ross, Six months ago I purchased an Orange Blossom 250 banjo from you. I am extremely happy with this purchase and will recommend your site to my friends for years to come. Your recommendation for this banjo was perfect and I can not emphasize how happy I am with the banjo and the included instructional DVD's. Thank you for making my passion more enjoyable. Very Respectfully, David
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Beginner
Banjo Package Deals These models are perfect for students just getting
started. It's easy to play, stays in tune, is well built with a full
warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
Various banjo models available
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Cripple Creek 50RPThe CC-50RP model is tone designed for bluegrass learning and includes a full walled resonator and planetary tuners. The finest value in a low-priced banjo
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Cripple Creek CC100R This model is perfect for students just getting
started. It's easy to play, stays in tune, is well built with a full
warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
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CrippleCreek 100RPlus Never before has an entry level banjo included the features and tone of our CC-100R. 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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BG 150F This would also be an excellent instrument for players looking for a lighter weight bluegrass banjo.
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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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Gold Tone Cripple Creek-100 Open Back Banjo Never before has an entry level openback banjo included the features and tone of our CC-100OB.
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Composite Body Bluegrass Banjo (AC-5)The AC-5 Resonator Banjo may stray a bit from the traditional wood body banjo design, but it packs a punch like no other and will stand up against any banjo in it's price range.
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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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Beginner
Banjo Package Deals These models are perfect for students just getting
started. It's easy to play, stays in tune, is well built with a full
warranty and comes set up and ready to play..
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Gold Tone 
Orange Blossom 
OB-250+TP (Orange Blossom w/ Tony Pass Schaeffer Birch, Block Rim) Upgraded features include the Bronze JLS tone ring, 3-ply Canadian maple rim, Gary Sosebee aged maple Mill bridge, and a deluxe TKL arched case.
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Goldtone BG-250 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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BG 250-F Bluegrass Special This is a vintage replica of the most famous banjo ever played in bluegrass music. All its parts are accurate reproductions of the original.
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Maple Classic MC-150REconomically priced, the MC-150 R has all quality parts which provide excellent tone. This model is convertible which means the resonator may be easily detached for open back playing style.
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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 500 Personally designed by owner Wayne Rogers it has all the features of our OB250+ in an exquisite banjo which will prove to be a collectors edition.
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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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OB-275Feature include: Candanian 3-ply rim, ebony fingerboard, maple neck with 2-way truss rod, mahogany resonator and GTR tone ring.
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Gold Star Banjos! These are great banjos. Seven models to choose from 
Morgan Monroe Banjos
BanjolaWith a standard 5-string banjo neck and the body of a mandolin (or mandola), the Banjola is a beautiful instrument with exquisite tone and sustain that you won't find in a standard 5-string banjo.
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Pat Cloud BanjolaThis top professional banjola has many upgrades from our original highly successful Banjola.
DojoThe Dojo has great string action and a lively sustain. The mahogany body provides a crisp tone and is a welcome addition to the 5 string players arsenal.
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GoldTone Dojo DLXThe Deluxe model looks spectacular with its high flame curly maple body. Gold Tone developed a stereo pickup arrangement which truly enhances the tonein a live situation.
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The "ResNick" by Rayco Resophonics Specially designed banjo dobro made to Ross Nickerson's specifications
OT-1010 string (think 12 string guitar) open back for Old Time style. 
Cello Banjos CEB-4 & CEB-5The 5 string cello banjo, originally used in turn of the century banjo orchestras, has been redefined in this Gold Tone model.
Lojothese 6-stringers had an additional long bass string running next to the usual short thumb string
Electric BanjosThere are two styles of Electric banjo to choose from. These are by far the best electric banjos available in this price range. There are 5-string, 4-string and 6-string electric banjos.
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BanjoleleCombining quality uke craftsmanship with a banjo body.Soprano, Tenor, Concert and Baritone Ukes available
UkeleleA replica of the most famous uke ever made, the Deluxe features all solid mahogany wood and ebony
fingerboard. 
Gold Tone MandoBanjo - 850Compared to a normal mandolin, our mando banjo is louder and has quick response typical of a banjo body. 
White Ladye-WL250Our premier open back banjo has remarkable tone and exquisite cosmetics. A White Ladye tone ring combined with a thin maple rim provides ample volume and a wonderful plunky tone.
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White Ladye PlusGoldTone 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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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.
Maple Mountain MM-150For a sweet frailing or clawhammer tone the MM-150 is our original open back and has been very well received. 
Cripple Creek 100 Plus Old Time BanjoNever before has an entry level openback banjo included the features and tone of our CC-100OB. Check any competitive banjo in this price range and you’ll find "more bang for the buck" with our Cripple Creeks.
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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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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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OT 700A Old Time Banjo
Pro Model A-Scale 5-string banjo with Tubaphone-style tone ring, ebony fingerboard, vintage engraved inlays, and frailing scoop. The most requested tone ring for the "Old Time" sound.
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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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CC 50 Travel BanjoThe CC 50 Traveler is great for an easy banjo to carry with you on a trip or for children to learn on..
Cripple Creek TravelerGreat sound and durability in an entry-level traveler banjo. Comes set up and ready to play
Traveler DeluxeGreat Banjo for Children - This banjo is ideal for children learning of any age and also adults on the go. Comes set up and ready to play
GoldTone BG-MiniPossibly the world's only child-sized fully functional bluegrass banjo and it is way cool.
Cripple Creek MiniThe CC-Mini has similar features as our famous Cripple Creek line in a mini version. This shorter scale banjo has a perfectly straight neck and low action to maintain consistent tuning. The openback design is light and portable.
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The PluckyThis model is perfect for students
just getting started. It's easy to play, stays in tune, is well built
with a full warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
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TranjoThe Tranjo is the most unique traveler ever made. The neck is completely detachable with one thumb screw and fits in a suitcase. It is completely full scale and has a great bluegrass tone for practicing.
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EBTTraditionally styled body for the "country look" with a similar tone as the popular EBM. Sitting down, this body shape fits comfortably on your leg.
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ES BanjitarA solid body 6 string,with a hollow sound chamber. Great on stage banjo toneThe ES Banjitar, like a normal banjo, has extremely fast response compared to a regular electric. Hammer-ons, pull-offs,and slides are accomplished with incredible ease.
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GOLDTONE "ULTIMATE" BANJO MUTE
A way of practicing quiet on the banjo! 
A-Frame Banjo Stand
These really do the job, better low center of gravity, work much better than your typical guitar stand, much more suited for banjo. .
Banjo Bridge for 5-string banjo This is the type of bridge for banjo I use and what I highly recommend. It made a significant improvement in tone on my banjo when I switched to these banjo bridges, very significant. 
Banjo Pickups and Preamps Banjo Pickups and Preamps for sale at BanjoTeacher.com 
Replcacement tuning pegs, tuning buttons, 5th string pegs and D-tuners
Many to choose from
Killer Tone with Steve HuberDetailed instruction and demonstration on proper banjo set up and maintenance..
Tightening a Banjo Head
Knowing the right wrench to buy can be tricky, don't hesitate to email or call us
BANJO ARMRESTS
Comfortable Beveled Wood
BANJO TAILPIECES
Here is a good assortment of banjo tailpieces I recommend as replacements or upgrades to your present tailpiece.
I've tried them all an they work great. Ross Nickerson
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Banjitar DeluxeThe GT-750 was designed for optimal volume and tone. A unique bell brass ring with a special lip was esigned and chosen for its best sound. This provides more acoustic volume and excellent sustain for a six string banjo
Banjitar GT-500Excellent acoustic volume and good sustain. This model is exactly like the GT-750 except uses a steel tone ring (instead of brass) and a plain maple resonator (instead of curl)
BT-2000 Lightweight ModelAcoustically the best sounding 6 string banjo. The 12” body accentuates the bass frequencies which are normally weak on any 6 string banjo. The rim provides maximum sound chamber reverberation. This vintage design and slim neck make the BT-2000 a great alternative instrument for acoustic jams.
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GT1200For a truly unique sounding guitar style instrument the Banjitar 12 is overwhelming in tone and volume.
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Cripple Creek Banjitar (Vintage Brown)An entry-level banjitar with lots of features and a small price.Is well built with a full warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
TS-250 Tenor SpecialTExceptional tone and exquisite looks! All the same features as the Plectrum Special, with a different neck scale.This four-string is set up to play with "low-action" for easy chording and maximum speed
TS-250 Tenor SepcialSame great features as the TS-250, with added feature of an archtop tone ring which increases high frequencies sought after by many tenor players.
PS-250 Plectrum SpecialAll the same features as the Tenor Special, with a longer neck. Easily converted to an open back.The Plectrum is enjoying a resurgence of popularity here and over seas. Our PS-250 is of vintage design with penetrating tone.
IT-800Irish Tenor players have often revered the tubaphone style pot for great loud tone and lasting sustain. 
Cripple Creek TenorAn economically-priced tenor banjo with all the features of a quality entry-level instrument. Is well built with a full warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
Cripple Creek PlectrumMore "Bang for the buck" in this entry-level plectrum banjo. Is well built with a full warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
IT-250 Irish TenorIrish Tenor banjos have always been a favorite in the Celtic arena. THis model which packs extra punch/volume and will "cut through" at crowded Celtic music sessions.
CC-IT Cripple Creek Irish TenorAn economically-priced tenor banjo with all the features of a quality entry-level instrument. Is well built
with a full warranty and comes set up and ready to play.
GoldStar Mahogany-GF-85 Pre-War sound and flathead design
GoldStar Mahogany-Flying Eagle GF-100FE The new Gold Star GF-100FE (Flying Eagle)is back and better than ever before.
GoldStar Mahogany Wreath GF-100W The new Gold Star GF-100W (Wreath)is back and better than ever before.
GoldStar Flamed Maple Sunburst GF-200 This instrument represents the culmination of years of development involving the re-issue of the legendary banjos of the late 1970's and 1980's.
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Recording King Banjos Recording King banjos are crafted entirely by hand, featuring the most genuine pre-war style replica parts available.
The Professional Banjo - RK80 Pre-War sound and flathead design
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See Ross Nickerson Demonstrate the ResNick Hear the different tones made by this unique and useful banjo/dobro design
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Goldtone Orange Blossom 250 Plus
Prices are listed below what comes free with the banjo, instrument details and demo videos. Thanks, Ross Nickerson
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We've taken our celebrated OB-250 and improved it dramatically by adding many unique features reserved for only the highest-quality banjos. Upgraded features include the JLS tone ring, 3-ply maple rim, coordinator rod adjuster, Brian Hooper Intonated Custom Bridge, a raised neck to body mount, and a deluxe case. The JLS Tone Ring is a replica of the Gibson tone ring used in the Granada models in the 30’s. The maker, from Texas, has analyzed an original tone ring and duplicated the exact specifications. When electronically tested for pitch, sustain, and ring, it equals the original. It also has a slightly longer “skirt” which (1) provides more contact with wood rim and (2) provides direct contact with the heel of the neck. The neck is attached with a conventional hanger bolt going through a hole at the edge of the tone ring. This method provides an extremely tight fit and maximum heel contact with tone ring. Instrument comes set up and ready to play. Free U.S. Shipping  |
I believe it's the best sounding new banjo on the market in it's price range!!-Ross Nickerson
Video Demo of the Gold Tone OB 250 Plus
demonstration of the GoldTone OB 250 + by Ross Nickerson
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 Free Book/CD/DVD with purchase Comprehensive two hour Beginner DVD with 52 page book and two audio CDs. a 29.95 value  |
 Free Hard Case Your banjo comes with this free deluxe TKL hard shell case, reg retail price 199.95 |
 New Clip-on Gold Tone Tuner Goldtone's new innovative tuner is the best Clip-on tuner available for banjo. Retail price $30 |
 All Online Lessons available at BanjoTeacher.com Free with this Banjo All the Video, Audio and Tablature lessons available by Ross Nickerson Normal discounted Price of $89.00 |
 All Nine Banjo Instructional DVD's Normal discounted Price of $149.00 |
The large corporate chains don't ship Goldtone banjos set up and ready to play. Their employees don't play banjo and know nothing about them. Purchase at Banjoteacher.com from an expert! Demo Videos of Ross Nickerson Playing the OB 250 Plus |
What's Included with your Banjo Purchase at BanjoTeacher.com BanjoTeacher.com prices are 25% off the retail price and include free US shipping, complete banjo set-up and other other free items listed on each banjo's individual page. Call Ross if you have questions or need advice. I personally answer all calls and if I am on the other line, I return calls promptly. Callers can also choose another DVD or substitute free items Call toll free: 1-866-322-6567 |
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Banjos
come set up and ready to play Each banjo is played before it leaves the shop! Along with the strict quality control Goldtone is known for and the banjos being checked very carefully before being shipped, each banjo is given a 12 point inspection, full head tuning, adjusted, setup and will arrive tuned and ready to play. |
Special Price for Capo Spikes! Add 5th String Capos Spikes at 7, 9 and 10th frets Special Price! 5.00. Reg price is $27.00 $5.00 Add 5th String Capos Spikes at 7, 8 and 9th frets Special Price! $5.00. Reg price is $27.00    $5.00 More Info on Capo Spikes Left handed Goldtone OB 250 Plus add 49.00  |
Testimonials Wow!!!!!!!!
Hi Ross! Thank you for the great work you are doing. Your service has been the best I have ever experienced. I am 66 years old, so I'm not talking about a few purchases. You are the best. Thank you, Wayne Grievo ........Ross, I recently received my left-handed, gold- plated OB250 plus 5-string banjo and I must say that it is absolutely beautiful...The tone. clarity, volume and craftmanship was much more than I expected. I have received many favorable comments from other pickers. I want to thank for processing this special order in a timely fashion and my hats off to you!!! Jim Quick, OKC, OK .....Ross! Ross! Ross! My new banjo arrived today in perfect condition, just some slight tuning required. Wow, what a difference in sound from my student model Rover. The OB 250+ plays so loud and crisp. I can't wait to show my instructor next week. Adjusting to the heavier weight and lower arm rest took only minutes. And the GS bridge is so much better. You were phenominal to work with. Great follow up on the communication. Thanks for taking time to personally supervise the transaction with me and thanks for the senior discount. I love it and I'm sure I'll practice twice as much. The book arrived and I'm on the email now for the free lessons. You are an amazing person and thanks for sharing your gift with me. When you get to heaven, show those angels how to "tear it up". Shooter Thanks for the time spent and advice you’ve given me. I really appreciate the effort expended, and the results, of your website and the depth of resources you are providing your clients. Being able to directly speak with Ross was a huge factor in my placing the right order and buying today. Your flexibility to tailor to my situation was much more than I expected; but very much appreciated. You’ve provided me the confidence of starting something I should have long ago. Now I’m excited to get my hands on the instrument. Thanks again, Budd ... I would just like to say, what a pleasure and joy it is to play the Gold Tone OB250+ banjo I also purchased from Ross. It is well made and worth every cent. Sorry Ross, but I will not be changing my Gold Tone anytime soon!!.Regards, Eugen |
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