Gold Tone AC-12: Acoustic Composite 5-String Openback Banjo with Gig Bag

Gold Tone AC-12 Series – Lightweight, Versatile Clawhammer Banjos
The Gold Tone AC-12 Series offers the perfect blend of tradition, comfort, and affordability for players of all skill levels. Built on a durable 12-inch composite rim with a coordinator rod for fine action adjustment, each model features a nato mahogany neck with a separate rosewood fretboard, a frailing scoop, and our standard ZeroGlide nut. The adjustable two-way truss rod with peghead-located adjuster ensures precise setup, while the functional tailpiece allows for quick string changes and optimal down-pressure.

At just five pounds, these featherweight instruments are ideal for long sessions or travel, reducing strain while delivering excellent tone. The lineup includes:

• AC-12 – Full-scale model with 1 7/16" nut width, perfect for new old-time players seeking comfort and tone in a festival-ready banjo.

• AC-12A – Short-scale (23.5"), 17-fret model tuned to A, ideal for travel or extended A/D tune sessions, with the same build quality as the AC-12.

• AC-12FL – Lined fretless model, designed for first-time fretless players looking to achieve authentic slides and expressive old-time styles without breaking the budget.

Every AC-12 Series banjo comes with a serviceable gig bag, making it an exceptional value for those who want portability, playability, and performance in one package

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