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Gold Tone

Gold Tone CC-BG: Cripple Creek Banjo Bluegrass Starter Pack: Includes Gig Bag

  • 5-string banjo, maple, vintage brown satin
  • Starter pack: gig bag, strap, clip-on tuner
  • Banjo Primer instructional videos included
  • Multi-ply maple body, nickel strings, bright sound
  • 6.5 pounds, 38 x 13 x 4 inches
  • 7-year warranty to original owner

Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A bundled banjo for a first-time bluegrass player, with videos, tuner, strap and bag included. It is a beginner package, so the listing gives few details on hardware.

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ASIN: B005GQ7HTACategory: Banjos

Overview

A beginner who wants everything in one box gets a Cripple Creek banjo with a multi-ply maple body, a gig bag, a strap and a clip-on tuner. Banjo Primer instructional videos are part of the bundle.

The bundle removes the guesswork of buying accessories and offers a tutorial to start with. The sound is listed as bright. The listing gives no resonator, tone ring or tuner details, and its description field is empty.

Who it's for

A newcomer to bluegrass banjo can get started with the videos and tuner, then travel with the bag. A player after a specific resonator or pro-level build should compare spec sheets before choosing.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Bundle includes instructional videos
  • Gig bag, strap and tuner included
  • Multi-ply maple body
  • Seven-year original owner warranty
Cons
  • Hardware details sparse
  • No description text
  • Resonator status unstated
  • Right or left hand not listed

Performance notes

Maple construction and nickel strings give the banjo the bright sound the listing describes. The clip-on tuner takes care of pitch, and the Banjo Primer videos lead a new player through basics. No setup or action details are given.

Specifications

BrandGold Tone
Dimensions & fit
SizeStarter pack size
Dimensions38 x 13 x 4 inches
Weight6.5 pounds
Construction & materials
BodyMulti-ply maple
HeadMaple
StringsNickel
Back materialMaple
FinishVintage brown satin
Included components
IncludedGig bag, instructional videos, strap, clip-on tuner
Warranty & support
Warranty7 years to original owner
Other details
InstrumentBanjo
Strings5 strings
SoundBright

Frequently asked questions

How do I get started with the Gold Tone CC-BG banjo?

The pack includes Banjo Primer instructional videos, a clip-on tuner, a strap and a gig bag, so a beginner has the basics in one box.

What is in the Gold Tone CC-BG starter pack?

The title lists a gig bag, Banjo Primer instructional videos, a strap and a clip-on tuner.

How many strings does the Gold Tone CC-BG banjo have?

It is a five-string banjo with nickel strings.

How long is the Gold Tone CC-BG warranty?

The listing gives 7 years to the original owner.