Gold Tone AC-1 FL Fretless w/Bag

The Gold Tone AC-1 is one of the best-value beginner banjos on the market, offering impressive tone, durability, and playability in an affordable package. Named a “Best in Show / MUST Stock” instrument at the 2016 Summer NAMM Show, the AC-1 has become a go-to choice for beginners, travelling players, and even as a child’s first banjo.

Built with a great-sounding 11” composite rim and a slim, comfortable nato neck, it delivers a lightweight feel without sacrificing volume or clarity. Finished in sleek black satin with matching hardware and tuner buttons, the AC-1 looks as good as it plays. It also comes professionally set up, ensuring smooth performance right out of the box.

Features & Specs:

• Model: Gold Tone AC-1

• Rim: 11" composite

• Head: 11" Remo LC Frosted

• Neck Material: Nato

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Frets: 22

• Inlays: Dot

• Truss Rod: Two-way adjustable

• Nut Width: 1-3/16"

• Nut: Bone nut

• Tuners: Covered guitar-style

• Tuner Buttons: Black

• Bridge: Maple with ebony cap

• Tailpiece: Vintage No-Knot

• Hardware: Chrome plated

• Binding: Black ABS

• Brackets: 16

• Tension Hoop: 11" flat bar

• Finish: Black / satin

• Coordinator Rods: Single 11"

• Scale Length: 66.5 cm

• String Gauge: .020, .024, .029, .040, .019 (Aquila Nylgut)

• Tuning: GDGBD

• Included: Bag

• Optional Case: HD14

• Weight: 1.70 kg

Lightweight, great-sounding, and built to handle years of playing, the Gold Tone AC-1 is an ideal first banjo that doesn’t feel like a compromise.