Gold Tone CC-100 Cripple Creek Banjo

Gold Tone CC-100: Cripple Creek Banjo with Bag 

The Gold Tone CC-100 Cripple Creek Banjo has been a trusted favorite for decades, introducing more than 25,000 players to the world of banjo music. Built with precision craftsmanship in Gold Tone’s Florida workshop, it features a hard maple neck and rim, rolled brass tone ring, and dual coordinator rods—a combination that delivers brilliant projection, long-lasting durability, and perfect tuning stability. Every detail, from the black-bound rosewood fingerboard to the curly maple headstock veneer, showcases Gold Tone’s commitment to professional-level quality at an entry-friendly price.

Tonally, the CC-100 shines with a bright, articulate voice that’s equally at home in bluegrass, folk, and acoustic ensembles. The rolled brass tone ring enhances volume and clarity, while the Remo coated head and maple construction contribute to a crisp, punchy response with rich midrange resonance. As it opens up over time, players can expect a fuller, warmer tone that rewards consistent play.

Perfect for beginners and advancing musicians alike, the Gold Tone CC-100 offers exceptional playability with its low-action setup, straight-line tailpiece, and smooth fretwork. It’s an ideal first banjo for dedicated learners, yet refined enough to serve as a reliable gig or studio companion. A true classic that continues to define its category.

Each instrument is professionally set up by Gold Tone’s U.S. workshop to ensure ideal playability, tonal balance, and response straight out of the case. Every CC-100 undergoes detailed inspection and adjustment, so you can focus entirely on your playing.

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

Key Features

• Handcrafted from hard maple neck and rim for strength and tone

• Finished in natural high gloss with elegant black ABS binding

• Fitted with rosewood fingerboard and snowflake inlays for smooth performance

• Equipped with rolled brass tone ring, dual coordinator rods, and sealed tuners

• Two-way adjustable truss rod for long-term neck stability

• Professionally set up by Gold Tone USA Workshop

• Includes Complimentary Deluxe Gig Bag

Specifications

Size: 5-String Banjo
Top: 11" Remo LC Coated Head
Back & Sides: 11" Multi-Ply Maple Rim
Varnish: Natural / High Gloss
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Tailpiece: Terminator 5-String
Tone Ring: 11" Rolled Brass Flat Bar
Bridge: Maple with Ebony Cap
Hardware: Chrome Plated
Nut Width: 1-3/16" ZeroGlide Nut
Tuners: Sealed Guitar-Style (B-Style Buttons)
Scale Length: 26-3/16"
Weight: 6 lbs.
Strings: .011, .024w, .016, .013, .011 (Tuning: GDGBD)
Setup: Professionally set up by Gold Tone USA Workshop
Included Accessories: Complimentary Deluxe Gig Bag