Gold Tone BZ-500 Bouzouki
- 8 strings, double courses for octave or unison
- Spruce top, mahogany back and body
- Phosphor bronze strings, satin natural finish
- 1/4 inch jack, electric operation
- 4 pounds, 38.5 x 13 x 2 inches
- 5-year warranty to original owner
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An electric bouzouki with a spruce top and double strings, tunable in a variety of ways. The case and accessories are listed as not included.
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ASIN: B0041T4DD6Model: BZ-500Category: Bouzoukis
Overview
A folk session, a Celtic band or even a rock stage can use this Gold Tone bouzouki, which is tuned in a variety of ways. The double strings allow either octave or unison courses, and a jack lets it plug in.
The spruce top and easy playability are what the description highlights, in an instrument it says is gaining interest across folk, Celtic and rock. Tuning flexibility is the reason to look. The limitation is accessories: nothing is included, and the string count of eight is the only layout detail.
Who it's for
A mandolin or guitar player adding a bouzouki for session or band work will use the jack and flexible course tuning. Buyers who need a left-handed instrument or a bundled case should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Tunable in many ways
- Plug-in electric operation
- Five-year original owner warranty
- Nothing included in the package
- Scale length not given
- Pickup type not stated
Performance notes
Double strings can be set as octave courses or as unison courses, which changes how the paired strings sound together. The spruce top, mahogany back and body and phosphor bronze strings shape the tone. The jack sends the signal to an amp.
Specifications
| Brand | Gold Tone |
|---|---|
| Model | BZ-500 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Dimensions | 38.5 x 13 x 2 inches |
| Weight | 4 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Satin finish |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| String Material Type | Phosphor bronze |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Body Material Type | Mahogany |
| Color | Natural |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 year warranty to original owner |
| Other details | |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch jack |
| Number of Strings | 8 strings |
| Instrument | Bouzouki |
| Operation Mode | Electric |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Gold Tone BZ-500 only for Greek music?
No. The description says the bouzouki is gaining interest in folk, Celtic and even rock music.
Can the Gold Tone BZ-500 be tuned in different ways?
Yes. The listing says it can be tuned in a variety of ways and that the double strings allow octave or unison courses.
Does the Gold Tone BZ-500 plug in?
Yes. It lists electric operation and a 1/4 inch jack.
Does the Gold Tone BZ-500 come with a case?
The listing says included components are not included, so it should be treated as the instrument only.