Gold Tone Mastertone OB-Grandee Orange Blossom Banjo

Gold Tone Mastertone OB-Grandee Orange Blossom Banjo 

The Gold Tone Mastertone OB-Grandee Orange Blossom Banjo continues Gold Tone’s celebrated line of pre-war tribute instruments, following in the footsteps of the OB-3 Twanger, OB-Béla, and OB-2 Bowtie. Inspired by one of the most coveted “Holy Grail” banjos of the pre-WWII era, the OB-Grandee combines exquisite aesthetics with professional-grade tone, offering both visual elegance and superior sound.

Tonally, the OB-Grandee features a 20-hole sand-cast bell brass tone ring paired with a 3-ply Canadian maple rim, delivering remarkable projection, clarity, and depth that faithfully captures the pre-war Bluegrass essence. The curly maple neck and resonator enhance resonance, while the Prucha Clamshell tailpiece, 5/8" Dotson bridge, and dual 11" coordinator rods provide stability and precise playability. Gold-plated hardware and Hearts & Flowers inlay add sophisticated visual appeal.

Perfect for professional pickers, collectors, and serious performers, the OB-Grandee is built for players who demand uncompromising tone and craftsmanship. Its ornate design, vintage brown high-gloss finish, and attention to detail make it a standout on any stage, combining historical inspiration with modern performance standards.

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

Key Features
• Handcrafted curly maple neck and resonator
• Finished with vintage brown high-gloss
• 20-hole sand-cast bell brass tone ring for rich, pre-war Bluegrass tone
• 3-ply Canadian maple rim for strong projection and clarity
• Ebony fingerboard with Hearts & Flowers inlay
• Gotoh Planetary tuners for precise, stable tuning
• Gold-plated engraved hardware and Prucha Clamshell tailpiece
• Professionally set up by Musical Strings USA
• Includes Complimentary Deluxe Case

Specifications

Neck: Curly Maple, Ebony Fingerboard, 22 Frets, Two-Way Adjustable Truss Rod
Headstock: C-Style Buttons, 1-1/4" Bone Nut, Gotoh Planetary Tuners
Body: Grandee Engraved Armrest, Cream ABS Binding, 24 Brackets, Dual 11" Coordinator Rods
Finish: Vintage Brown / High Gloss
Hardware: Gold-Plated, One-Piece Cast Flange, 11" Notched Tension Hoop (Engraved)
Head: 11" Remo HC Coated Topside
Resonator: 14" Maple
Rim: 11" 3-Ply Canadian Maple
Tailpiece: Prucha Clamshell
Tone Ring: 11" Flat Top, 20-Hole Bell Brass
Dimensions: Scale Length 26-1/4", Weight 10.2 lbs
Strings: .009, .020w, .013, .011, .009 (Tuning: GDGBD)
Included Accessories: Complimentary Deluxe Case