Gold Tone Mastertone Bluegrass Heart Béla Fleck Banjo

Gold Tone Mastertone Bluegrass Heart Béla Fleck Banjo 

The Gold Tone Mastertone Bluegrass Heart Béla Fleck Banjo is a flagship collaboration designed with Béla Fleck, Marc Horowitz, and Wayne Rogers to replicate the legendary sound and feel of Béla’s pre-war 1937 Style 75 Mastertone. Every element—from the no-hole bell bronze tone ring to the Rickard Cyclone 10:1 tuners with brass buttons—has been meticulously engineered for tonal depth, stability, and professional performance.

Sonically, the Bluegrass Heart delivers powerful projection, rich sustain, and a full-spectrum tone that captures the nuanced character of Fleck’s iconic “Number 1” banjo. Its 11" 3-ply Canadian maple rim, mahogany resonator with concentric rings, dual 11" coordinator rods, and 7/8" maple bridge with Padauk cap ensure precise playability, optimal balance, and consistent response across all registers. The custom Flying Eagle inlay with red heart accents adds a visually striking signature touch.

Ideal for professional Bluegrass performers, acoustic musicians, and experimental banjoists, the Bluegrass Heart combines collector-grade artistry with stage-ready performance. Its elegant mahogany satin finish, premium hardware, and attention to detail make it a centerpiece of any collection or performance setup.

FREE GIFTS: Complimentary Deluxe Case
Your instrument arrives protected, tuned, and ready for immediate performance, exactly as Gold Tone intends.

Key Features
• No-Hole 11" Bell Bronze Tone Ring for superior sustain and projection
• 3-Ply Canadian Maple Rim for rich, resonant tone
• Mahogany neck and resonator with mahogany satin finish
• Ebony fingerboard with custom Flying Eagle inlay and red heart accents
• Rickard Cyclone 10:1 tuners with brass buttons for precise, stable tuning
• Prucha Presto tailpiece and dual 11" coordinator rods for optimal setup
• Professionally set up by Musical Strings USA
• Includes Complimentary Deluxe Case

Specifications

Neck: Mahogany, Ebony Fingerboard (5–10" radius), 22 Frets, Two-Way Adjustable Truss Rod
Headstock: Brass Buttons, 1-9/32" Bone Nut, Rickard Cyclone 10:1 Tuners
Body: Little Mountain Style Armrest, Crème Binding, 24 Brackets, Maple Bridge with Padauk Cap (7/8" w/ 10" radius), Dual 11" Coordinator Rods
Finish: Mahogany Satin
Hardware: Nickel-Plated, One-Piece Die Cast Flange, 11" Notched Tension Hoop
Head: 11" Remo HC Coated Topside
Resonator: Mahogany with Concentric Rings
Rim: 11" 3-Ply Canadian Maple
Tailpiece: Prucha Presto
Tone Ring: 11" Flat Top, No-Hole Bell Bronze
Dimensions: Scale Length 26-1/4", Weight 11.5 lbs
Strings: .009, .020w, .013, .011, .009 (Tuning: GDGBD)
Included Accessories: Complimentary Deluxe Case