Gold Tone GT-500 Banjitar

Gold Tone GT-500

The Gold Tone GT-500 is a top-tier 6-string banjitar designed by guitar players, for guitar players, delivering the best of both worlds—banjo tone and guitar familiarity. Expertly built with a maple rim, resonator, and neck, and topped with a radiused rosewood fingerboard, it feels instantly comfortable to guitarists while capturing the bright, snappy response of a true banjo. The natural high-gloss finish and snowflake inlays complete its timeless stage-ready look.

Tonally, the GT-500 stands out for its versatility and power. The Gold Tone SMP Sliding Magnetic Pickup with built-in volume control produces a full, balanced sound that translates beautifully in both live and studio environments. Whether played acoustically for crisp, resonant textures or plugged in for deep, dynamic amplification, the GT-500 maintains clarity across all six strings—from a low growl on the E to sparkling highs on the top string. Over time, its maple body continues to open up, offering greater warmth and resonance.

Perfect for guitarists seeking banjo tones without learning new fingerings, the GT-500 is a favorite among crossover musicians, performers, and recording artists. Its durable construction, adjustable truss rod, and professional-grade components make it a reliable instrument for both touring and studio work. Available in left-handed configuration, it’s a true performance-ready hybrid designed to inspire creativity across genres.

Each GT-500 is professionally set up by Gold Tone USA for optimal playability, tonal response, and balance right out of the case.

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

Key Features

• Handcrafted with maple rim, resonator, and neck

• Finished in natural high-gloss for classic appeal and durability

• Fitted with a radiused rosewood fingerboard and snowflake inlays

• Equipped with Gold Tone SMP Sliding Magnetic Pickup with Volume Control

• Professionally set up by Gold Tone USA

• Includes Complimentary Deluxe Case

Specifications

Size: Full-Size 6-String Banjitar
Top: 11" Remo HC Smooth Head
Back & Sides: Maple Resonator and Rim (11" Multi-Ply)
Varnish: Natural / High Gloss
Fingerboard: Radiused Rosewood
Neck: Maple, Two-Way Adjustable Truss Rod
Inlay: Snowflake
Bridge: Maple with Ebony Cap
Tone Ring: 11" Steel Alloy
Tailpiece: Straightline
Tension Hoop: 11" Notched
Hardware: Chrome Plated
Nut Width: 1-11/16" ZeroGlide Nut
Tuners: Sealed Guitar-Style
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Weight: 11 lbs.
Strings: .052w, .042w, .032w, .020w, .013, .010 (Tuned EADGBE)
Pickup: Gold Tone SMP Sliding Magnetic Pickup w/ Volume Control
Setup: Professionally Set Up by Gold Tone USA
Included Accessories: Complimentary Deluxe Case