Gold Tone Little Gem Sapphire Banjo-Ukulele

Gold Tone Little Gem (Sapphire): See-Through Banjo-Ukulele with Bag

The Gold Tone Little Gem (Sapphire) is a stunning fusion of modern design and traditional banjo-ukulele craftsmanship. Proudly awarded “Best in Show” at Summer NAMM 2018, this see-through model captures attention with its transparent acrylic rim and resonator, delivering a brilliant tone and an unforgettable stage presence. Available in four radiant “gem” finishes — Diamond, Amethyst, Sapphire, and Ruby — it perfectly balances visual sparkle with serious performance quality.

Designed for clarity, projection, and brightness, the Little Gem produces a lively, penetrating tone that cuts through with crisp articulation. Its rolled brass tone ring enhances resonance and sustain, while the lightweight acrylic body keeps it portable and comfortable for hours of play. Whether you’re strumming softly at home or performing on stage, this banjo-ukulele offers a voice that truly shines.

Ideal for ukulele players, banjo lovers, and creative performers seeking a distinctive instrument, the Little Gem combines durability, beauty, and playability in one package. Its comfortable maple neck with dot-and-star inlays ensures smooth finger movement, making it as fun to play as it is to admire. 

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

Key Features

• Transparent Acrylic Rim & Resonator for bright tone and visual brilliance

• Handcrafted Maple Neck and Fingerboard with Dot & Star Inlays

• Fitted with Sealed Guitar-Style Tuners for smooth, reliable tuning

• Equipped with Rolled Brass Flat Bar Tone Ring for enhanced sustain

• Lightweight and comfortable 15" Concert Scale design

• Professionally set up by Musical Strings USA

• Includes Complimentary Deluxe Gig Bag 

Specifications

Size: Concert (15" Scale Length)
Top/Rim: Transparent 8" Acrylic
Back & Resonator: Transparent Acrylic
Neck & Fingerboard: Maple with Dot & Star Inlay
Bridge: 5/8" Maple with Ebony Cap
Head: 8" Clear
Brackets: 12
Tone Ring: 8" Rolled Brass Flat Bar
Nut Width: 1-3/8" Bone
Tuners: Sealed Guitar-Style (Metal Buttons)
Finish: Sapphire Blue (Also Available in Diamond, Amethyst, and Ruby)
String Gauge: .027, .038, .028, .022
Tuning: GCEA
Weight: 2.63 lbs.
Setup: Professionally set up by Musical Strings USA
Included Accessories: Complimentary Deluxe Gig Bag