Gold Tone EB-6 6-string Electric Banjitar: Bridging the Gap Between Banjo and Guitar
For those musicians who have found the limited string options on a traditional banjo somewhat restrictive, Gold Tone presents the EB-6 banjitar. This groundbreaking instrument harmoniously blends the sonorous character of a banjo with the versatility of a guitar, offering six strings of electric folk bliss. Uniquely tailored to retain the resonant character of banjo while enabling the expressive capabilities of an electric string instrument, the EB-6 is a state-of-the-art, 6-string, electric banjo guitar. Its construction is composed of a solid mahogany body, Canadian maple neck, and a rosewood fingerboard, all contributing to a balanced, resonant output even at higher volumes and more aggressive playing styles.
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Solid Mahogany Body: Delivers rich harmonics and a balanced, midrange-heavy sonic anchor.
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Canadian Maple Neck: Imparts a bright tone and offers fantastic note separation.
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Rosewood Fingerboard: Provides a warm and articulate tone.
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Gold Tone’s Proprietary Terminator Tailpiece and Zero Glide Nut: Ensures that your tones remain perfectly in tune.
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8-Inch Custom Remo Pre-Tuned Head: Increases tuning stability and imparts a unique, guitar-like sound.
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Unique Stacked Humbucker: Captures the nuances of iconic banjo twang without falling prey to feedback.
Premium Design for Optimum Resonance and Playing Comfort
The EB-6 was meticulously designed to uphold the integrity of the age-old resonator sound within the innovative banjitar profile. Key features such as Remo’s custom-designed, pre-tuned 8-inch PTS head and the impressive 25.5-inch scale length (with 24 frets across the rosewood fingerboard) greatly contribute to the instrument's tuning stability and tonal versatility. Additionally, the inclusion of a high-performance Terminator tailpiece, a 1–11/16-inch Zero Glide nut, an ebony-capped maple tailpiece, and guitar-style tuning machines ensure buzz-free, well-tuned performances.
Gold Tone: A Legacy of Music
Gold Tone has been at the forefront of the music scene since the 1970s when Wayne and Robyn Rogers opened a small music shop. Later in 1990, they established Gold Tone Banjos in Titusville, Florida. Their first offering, the critically acclaimed TB-100 banjo, was a design by Wayne. Today, Gold Tone’s range has expanded to include a variety of fretted instruments that blend modern innovation and vintage design, catering to all musicians, from beginners to professionals. The EB-6 is yet another testament to their commitment to help musicians realize their musical dreams.
