Gold Tone AC-12 - 12-inch Acoustic Composite 5-string Open-back Banjo
Gold Tone AC-12 - 12-inch Acoustic Composite 5-string Open-back Banjo Reviews
The Gold Tone AC-12 is a 5-string open-back banjo that’s ideal for travel, practice, or for any player looking to sharpen their old-time clawhammer chops. This banjo’s combination of an open-back design, 12-inch composite rim, and Remo LC Renaissance head provides a rich, mellow tone not often found on traditional bluegrass banjos. Moreover, the rosewood-topped-nato neck’s old-school frailing scoop allows players to pick much farther up the neck than usual without bumping into the frets or fingerboard. And while the AC-12 is an excellent choice for the player on a budget, it doesn’t skimp out on functionality — the vintage style clamshell tailpiece, covered guitar-style tuners, ZeroGlide nut, and coordinator rod design ensure exceptional performance and stability.
Can't go wrong with Gold Tone
I wanted an entry level open back banjo that was reasonably priced and not cheapo-this is it. I had to wait about a month till they were in stock, but I'm glad I did. I did change the strings to a lighter gauge to brighten it up some, but that was personal preference. It sounds just fine to me. I don't think Gold Tone makes a bad product. The wide nut and wide bridge are something I need, having big hands. The head isn't a Remo, but so what, this is a pretty good deal.
Gold Tone AC-12 5 string banjo
I just got it today and I really haven't set it down. I have big fingers, I don't know what my ring size is. It is a pleasure playing a wide nut banjo. Not everyone has pencil fingers. The banjo is also affordable.
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