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Gold Tone CC-OTA A-scale Cripple Creek Banjo Clawhammer Package

5-string Open-backed A-scale Clawhammer Banjo with Maple Neck and Rim, Rosewood Fingerboard, No Knot Tailpiece, Remo Head, and Accessories

A Winner Clawhammer Beginner Banjo from Gold Tone!

The Gold Tone CC-OTA A-scale Cripple Creek Banjo Clawhammer Package sets up novice clawhammer players for smooth, pleasant learning on a truly value-packed picker. The kit reels in aspiring clawhammer artists with a beautiful, smooth-playing A-scale banjo that prioritizes comfort and vintage-accurate looks at the same time. This banjo’s maple neck, maple rim, and short-scale rosewood fingerboard meet or exceed expectations with impressive tonewood resonance and detailed aesthetics, including fingerboard inlays. A Remo Fiberskyn head enhances onboard tonewoods with additional warmth and power in the bass — just the thing for clawhammer technique. What’s more, this starter pack’s accessory kit includes a gig bag for transport, Gold Tone’s Swift Clip Tuner for accurate tuning, a strap, and a string spike for changing keys. Last but not least, the Clawhammer Banjo DVD from celebrated educator Bob Carlin lets players apprehend banjo basics quickly via visual aids for a quick start. Gold Tone isn’t just the company’s name, it’s exactly what you get with the Gold Tone CC-OTA A-scale Cripple Creek Banjo Clawhammer Package from Sweetwater!

Classic tonewoods meet vintage-accurate hardware

Immaculate, detailed construction has made the CC-OTA A-scale Cripple Creek Banjo a defining player pick for authentic old-timey tone. The CC-OTA’s neck and tonewood rim are built from maple, a classic tonewood for folk instruments due to its clear resonance and strong articulation. The CC-OTA and other open-back banjo builds are a favorite for clawhammer and old-time folk, but the CC-OTA’s vintage-style appointments double down on clawhammer with exceptional results. The tonewoods and Remo Fiberskyn head are bound together with a rolled brass tone ring for maximum musicality, while a No Knot tailpiece keeps playability faithful to 19th- and 20th-century instruments. Lastly, a Fairbanks-style headstock, vintage armrest, and terminal fingerboard scoop complete the CC-OTA with bespoke looks fit for any porch-pickin’ event.

The A-scale advantage

Tuned one step higher than the usual key of G, A-scale banjos have slightly shorter fingerboards and fewer frets, making them quite comfortable, portable, and easy to play. Moreover, A-scale banjos easily accompany fiddle players in ways standard banjos cannot. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, the A-scale banjo’s shifted tuning makes favorite fiddle keys such as A major and D major significantly easier to play and explore. A-scale banjos readily convert to standard G tuning if desired; however, medium-gauge strings (sold separately) are highly recommended when tuning down.

Gold Tone: a legacy of music

The origins of Gold Tone go back to the folk music scene of the ’70s, when musicians Wayne and Robyn Rogers opened a small music shop. Fifteen years later, they founded Gold Tone Banjos in Titusville, Florida. Their first product, the TB-100 banjo, was designed by Wayne. As demand for this critically acclaimed instrument increased, the company expanded its offerings to include a selection of fretted instruments that combine modern innovation and timeless vintage design. The goal? To inspire all musicians, from beginners to professionals, to realize their musical dreams. Today, Sweetwater is pleased to offer you Gold Tone’s exciting range of 4-, 5-, and 6-string banjos, banjo ukuleles, metal- and wood-bodied resonator guitars, Weissenborn Hawaiian steel guitars, and mandolins.

Gold Tone CC-OTA Cripple Creek Banjo Clawhammer Package Features:

Best-selling A-scale banjo starter pack voiced for clawhammer and old-timey folk
True old-time tone fueled by a half-inch maple rim topped and a rolled brass tone ring
Maple neck and rim deliver clear tone and distinct banjo twang
No Knot tailpiece, Fairbanks-style headstock, armrest, and terminal fingerboard scoop capture the looks and performance of a true vintage banjo accurately
Maple/ebony bridge and Zero Glide bone nut facilitate strong, pure resonance
Premium GT Planetary tuners improve stability and reduce tuning breaks
Rosewood fingerboard with dot and star inlays fuels accurate fret hand comfort
11-inch Remo LC Coated Fiberskyn head ensures dark, warm clawhammer character
Receives a full setup at Gold Tone’s Florida facility for quality assurance
Includes Gold Tone gig bag, banjo strap, clip-on tuner, and banjo spike
Includes Clawhammer Banjo instructional DVD by Bob Carlin

Specification	Detail
Type	Acoustic
String Type	Steel
Number of Strings	5
Body Style	Open Back
Color	Vintage Brown
Finish	Satin
Top Material	11" Remo LC Fiberskyn
Body Material	Multi-ply Maple
Neck Material	Maple
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay	Dots
Number of Frets	17
Scale Length	23.56"
Nut Material	ZeroGlide
Nut Width	1.19"
Bridge Material	Maple
Tuners	GT Planetary
Hardware	Chrome Gold
Strings	.011, .024w, .016, .013, .011
Case Included	Gig Bag

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