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Revel in 1930s Luxury with Gold Tone’s OB-Grandee





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The Mastertone OB-Grandee Orange Blossom resonator banjo by Gold Tone turns a legendary prewar resonator banjo into something players can own and experience firsthand. Builders reference a 1930s original, which is known for luxurious looks, pinnacle craftsmanship, and extremely limited availability (the originals are now practically rarer than any noteworthy prewar guitar). The Mastertone OB-Grandee Orange Blossom resonator banjo boasts a 14-inch resonator carved from figured curly maple for excellent tone and looks that radiate with an indulgent honey-like glow. Meanwhile, a flat-top brass tone ring and Remo banjo head animate tone with assertive attack and bright rippling sustain. Other highlights include striking inlays, vintage-spec golden hardware, and a curly maple neck topped with ebony. Gold Tone isn’t just the company’s name, it’s exactly what you get with this spectacular Gold Tone banjo from Sweetwater!





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Reconnect with the past's lavish sound





The Mastertone OB-Grandee sounds deliciously assertive with a sophisticated twang that’s worth savoring firsthand. A large 14-inch curly maple resonator conjures airy brightness and warmth with the crisp attack and forward projection of a high-quality resonator. Meanwhile, the sound chamber’s inclusion of a bell brass tone ring adds unforgettable vibrance, not to mention girthy lows, clear highs, and bell-like sustain that’s not just heard but also felt viscerally by players who apply their virtuosity.





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Masterful hardware





Beyond a bell brass tone ring, upgraded 24-count tension hooks keep the OB-Grandee resonant, responsive, and loud with a tight bond between all the essential components. Other impressive hardware selections include a Prucha clamshell tailpiece, a Snuffy Smith bridge, Gotoh planetary tuners, and an ebony fingerboard adorned with dynamic inlays. The Mastertone OB-Grandee’s inlays not only look incredible, but their shape-shifting character also provides unique points of visual reference that facilitate a more personal, visceral playing experience.





Fully adjustable and set up from the get-go





Gold Tone not only did remarkable work re-creating vintage specs, but the company also improved your capability to customize and maintain your prized Mastertone OB-Grandee. When maintenance is necessary, the Mastertone OB-Grandee's dual coordinator rods and two-way adjustable truss allow for precise neck relief and action adjustments. The Mastertone OB-Grandee arrives to you with a transferable lifetime warranty and a full setup courtesy of Gold Tone's Florida facility. Moreover, Sweetwater can facilitate custom add-ons such as capo spikes and pickups or accommodate left-handed builds. Contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer for details!





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Gold Tone Mastertone OB-Grandee Resonator Banjo Features:


5-string resonator banjo faithfully built to the specs of a rare famous prewar model


Gold-plated looks and premium figured tonewoods capture the lavish luxury and sound of the original


11-inch flat-top bell brass tone ring yields lively sustain and bell-like presence


14-inch curly maple resonator provides captivating projection with plenty of twang


Ebony-topped curly maple neck laced with dynamic “Orange Blossom” inlays


Vintage-spec “Snuffy Smith” bridge paired with a Prucha clamshell tailpiece


26.25-inch scale length and 1.25-inch width bone nut ensure fluid control and comfortable string access


2-way truss and dual coordinator rods allow full-spectrum adjustment of neck and string action


11-inch Remo HC Coated Topside head with 24-count tension hooks


Gotoh planetary tuning machines