Gold Tone OT-800LN Old Time Long Neck Banjo 2021
Gold Tone OT-800LN, made in China 2018, walnut gloss finish. This is a lot of fun. The 'Old Time' series replicates some of the folk instruments from pre-war Eastern USA, so this has a very traditional spec sheet and build style. A 'long neck' model and kind of like a baritone version of a banjo: it's tuned to an open E instead of a G, so it's a little deeper and warmer than a regular 5-string. The open back design, with a brass tone ring and a maple rim, makes for mellow, inviting tone. There's some nice details in the inlays, ebony board, combo ebony/maple bridge etc; it's a classy thing. Just add a long neck beer and a front porch and your weekend is off to a perfect start.
Model: Gold Tone OT-800LN Old Time Long Neck Banjo
Made: China, 2021
Serial: 21404117
Finish: vintage sunburst neck, walnut stain body
Body: 11" maple rim, brass 'Tubaphone' tone ring and rod
Neck: maple, ebony fretboard
Weight: 4.055kg
Mods: none
Pickup: none
Accessories: original case
More info: https://goldtonemusicgroup.com/goldtone/instruments/ot-800ln
Cosmetic condition notes: the headstock has dimples on the bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The body has minor scuffs only, no major marks. The heads is in good condition.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing Condition Notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. Tuned EBEG#B.
Fret Life: 9/10, minor wear only