{"product_id":"gold-tone-ac-4-4-string-openback-tenor-banjo","title":"Gold Tone AC-4 T Tenor Banjo Composite 4-String Openback with Gig Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y-nCfpKIaW4\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Tone AC-4 Tenor Banjo is an affordable, lightweight instrument designed to make learning the tenor banjo enjoyable and accessible. Whether you're taking your first steps into traditional jazz, folk, Celtic, or Dixieland music, the AC-4 delivers dependable performance, impressive tone, and exceptional playability in a travel-friendly package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the AC-4 is Gold Tone's innovative composite rim, producing a bright, punchy tone while keeping the instrument incredibly lightweight at under four pounds. The slim nato neck is easy to navigate for beginners and experienced players alike, while Gold Tone's patented Zero Glide nut improves tuning accuracy, sustain, and intonation for a more consistent playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally set up in Gold Tone's Florida workshop, the AC-4 features quality appointments including a Remo 11\" Smooth head, two-way adjustable truss rod, maple bridge with ebony cap, and chrome-plated hardware. Tuned in standard CGDA, it can also be restrung for Irish tenor tuning (GDAE), making it a versatile choice for a wide range of musical styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a gig bag and backed by Gold Tone's transferable three-year warranty, the AC-4 is an outstanding entry into the world of tenor banjos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight tenor banjo weighing under 4 lbs (1.54 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite rim for bright tone and excellent durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlim nato neck for comfortable playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Zero Glide nut for improved intonation and sustain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemo 11\" Smooth head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-way adjustable truss rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple bridge with ebony cap\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally set up by Gold Tone in Florida\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes gig bag\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: AC-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: 4-String Tenor Banjo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Nato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Satin Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Select Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Maple with Ebony Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut: Bone with Zero Glide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1-3\/16\" (30.2 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 22.5\" (571.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod: Two-Way Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim: Composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTension Hoop: Flat Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: Remo 11\" LC Smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrackets: 16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailpiece: Vintage Gold Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuners: Covered Guitar-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Chrome Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Black ABS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Dot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuner Buttons: Black Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.4 lbs (1.54 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Tuning: CGDA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory Strings: .030w, .022w, .016, .009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Irish Tuning: GDAE (requires alternate string set sold separately eg: : .040w, .030w, .020w, .013)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGig Bag: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gold Tone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34475897061420,"sku":"AC-4","price":599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2161\/9961\/products\/GoldToneAC-4Tenorbanjo.jpg?v=1754964126","url":"https:\/\/guitarfactory.net\/products\/gold-tone-ac-4-4-string-openback-tenor-banjo","provider":"Gladesville Guitar Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}