Gold Tone Mastertone™ OB-2: Bowtie Banjo with Case
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The Gold Tone OB-2 Bowtie is a modern tribute to the iconic bowtie Mastertone banjos of the early 1960s, faithfully capturing their legendary look, tone, and feel. Built with a mahogany neck, maple resonator, and golden sunburst finish, the OB-2 echoes the craftsmanship of vintage Kalamazoo-made instruments. Its defining feature is the 19-hole flathead brass tone ring, paired with a full-thickness 3-ply maple rim, producing the classic Bluegrass punch, sustain, and clarity that players crave.
Upgrades for modern performance include Gotoh planetary tuners for stable tuning, a Dotson bridge for enhanced tone and response, a Presto-style tailpiece, and dual coordinator rods for precision setup. With its vintage bowtie inlay, nickel-plated hardware, and superior playability, the OB-2 delivers professional quality and timeless style at an incredible value. Perfect for serious Bluegrass players and collectors alike.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|
| Headstock | Buttons: Custom Gotoh Nut Width: 1-1/4" Bone Tuners: Gotoh Planetary |
| Neck | Fingerboard: Ebony Frets: 22 Inlay: Gold Tone Bowtie Material: Mahogany Truss Rod: Two-Way Adjustable |
| Body | Armrest: Plain Binding: Cream ABS Brackets: 24 Bridge: 5/8 Dotson Coordinator Rods: Dual 11" |
| Finish | Golden Sunburst |
| Hardware | Flange: One Piece Cast Hardware: Nickel Plated Tension Hoop: 11" Notched |
| Head | 11" Remo HC Coated Topside |
| Resonator | 14" Mahogany |
| Rim | 11" 3-Ply Maple |
| Tailpiece | Presto Style |
| Tone Ring | 11" Flat Top – 19 Hole Brass |
| Dimensions | Scale Length: 26-1/4" Weight: 13 lbs. |
| Other | Bag: HPB (Available) Case: Included String Gauge: .009, .022w, .013, .011, .009 Tuning: GDGBD |
| Highlights | 19-Hole Tone Ring Vintage Inlay Presto Tailpiece Gotoh Planetary Tuners |