Gold Tone Irish Tenor Banjo 12"
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This Gold Tone Irish Tenor is a solid choice for players looking for a well-built instrument at a reasonable price. The head delivers a crisp, traditional Irish banjo sound, and the comfortable neck makes it easy to play. It's a great starting point for beginners or a reliable workhorse for experienced players wanting a dedicated Irish banjo.
Product Description
- Gold Tone Irish Tenor Banjo 12"
- Irish 12" Tenor Banjo
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Blackwood
- Rim: Maple
- Tone ring: Brass
- Head: 12" HC Renaissance
- Hoops: Chrome notched
- 26 Clamping screws
- Armrest: Vega Style
- Dots & Bots fretboard inlays
- Black ABS binding
- 2-Fold adjustable tension rod
- Scale: 495 mm
- Nut width: 31.7 mm
- Bone nut
- Maple bridge with ebony top layer
- 17 Frets
- Gold Tone Cast Tailpiece
- Gold Tone Master Planets tuners
- Chrome hardware
- Tuning: G-D-A-E
- Colour: Natural
- Includes gigbag
PROS
- • Maple neck and blackwood fretboard offer a snappy, responsive feel.
- • Brass tone ring delivers a bright, focused Irish banjo tone.
- • Chrome notched hoops and 26 screws allow for precise head tuning.
- • Gold Tone Master Planets tuners provide reliable, stable tuning performance.
CONS
- • Maple rim might lack the sustain of a more premium, multi-layered rim.
- • ABS binding, while functional, isn’t as elegant as a wood or fancier material.
- • Natural finish can be prone to scratches and requires diligent care.
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Key Features
Type
Irish Tenor Banjo
Head Size
12 in
Resonator
Open-back
Strings
Steel (G-D-A-E tuning)
Neck Material
Maple
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably brighter and less complex than a vintage Slingerland, lacking the aged warmth, but offers excellent clarity and projection for Irish traditional music.
Yes, the 2-fold adjustable tension rod and 26 screws provide a good level of control for fine-tuning head tension, though it might require some experimentation to dial it in perfectly.
The neck profile is a comfortable C-shape, fairly standard for banjos, and the 31.7 mm nut width offers enough space without feeling overly wide, making it accessible for most hand sizes.
