our customers with really unique instruments like the Gold Tone CEB-5 Cello banjo. Since its introduction it has found its way into all levels of musicians, from anateur to professionals. The CEB-5 brings Gold Tone's famous quality to very interesting instruments like this really big, deep toned baritone banjo. Originally used as part of a banjo ensemble in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the cello banjo was forgotten for many years. But Gold Tone has replicated the old timey instrument using some of the original DNA and an a touch of modern flair. That's what Gold Tone's Folkternative is all about! Many people now are using it as a combo instrument along with a standard banjo or guitar, and it blends beautifully with another Gold Tone creation- the Bela Fleck Missing Link banjo which you can find here also. One thing is certain: Any way you see fit, the CEB-5 may have a unique place in your music, too!To give the CEB-5 its deep resonance, everything is scaled up. The pot diameter on this baby is an incredible 14 inches. This gives a full, loud sound. To further enhance this, the CEB-5 has a unique set of strings, too. Each string has a nylon center and is wound, with the gauges customized for it. These strings are available if you need to replace them at any time.The specs are a little different than your average banjo:Ebony Fingerboard, Weymann vintage style fingerboard and headstock inlays, Creme celluloid neck and body binding,  Rich vintage mahogany finish, 3-ply, 14 inch wood rim capped with a matching brass tone ring, GT master planetary tuners, Geared 5th string tuner, Bone nut, Paramount style armrest, adjustable straightline tailpiece, deluxe arched hardshell case- specially designed for this banjo is included.Scale 24-3/4" Weight 8 lbs. This short scale makes fretting the fat strings easy.
Nut Width 40mm Frets MediumGenerally speaking, you tune this banjo a full octave below any tuning you like on the standard five string banjo such as C, double C, G, etc. Use a chromatic tuner for best results.Buy with confidence. Your new Cello banjo is covered by our 14-day satisfaction guarantee. It is also backed by the good folks at Gold Tone in Titusville, FL. with their lifetime limited warranty to the original owner. We've found the family business is very easy to get ahold of and their service is exceptionally good. But on the other hand, we haven't seen any warranty claims come back on a GT instrument!The suggested retail price for this awesome banjo is $1,629.00 but you won't pay that at Beyond Guitars!