Product Detail
The GT - 500 6 - string Banjitar is a top - choice for guitar players, designed by guitar experts at Gold Tone. It's the most popular 6 - string banjo in its class. With a maple rim, maple resonator, and flat top tone ring, it uses a proven 5 - string banjo pot assembly. The comfortable 6 - string maple neck and rosewood fingerboard let guitarists get the banjo sound using familiar playing skills. The unique Gold Tone Sliding Magnetic Pickup (SMP) boosts bass response and gives that sharp banjo - style treble. It has great acoustic volume and good sustain. Whether you're new to guitar or want a new sound, the GT - 500 is perfect. Specifications include a Hard Rock Canadian Maple neck with 2 - Way Adjustable Truss Rod, a maple resonator, a radiused rosewood fingerboard, and a maple bridge with an Ebony Cap. The natural gloss finish, snowflake mother - of - pearl fingerboard inlay, and celluloid body binding add a touch of elegance. It comes with bone nut, sealed guitar - style tuners, a 6 - string straightline tailpiece, a steel alloy tone ring, and EADGBE strings. The SMP Sliding Magnetic Pickup has volume control. You can choose an HD15 Hardshell Case or an HPB Heavily Padded Gigbag, and there's a lefty option. Dimensions are a 25 - 1/2' scale, 11 lbs weight, 1 - 3/4' nut width, 21 medium frets, 37 - 5/8' total length, and an 11' Clear Remo high - crown head. PLU: GT500.
Using the GT - 500 Banjitar is easy. First, if you're new to it, start with some simple guitar - like chords and gradually add banjo - style picking techniques. When you want to plug it in, use the volume control on the SMP Sliding Magnetic Pickup to adjust the sound. For note - taking, the 21 medium frets offer a wide range of notes. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry place. After playing, wipe the strings with a soft cloth to remove sweat and dirt. If you're using the hardshell case or gigbag, make sure it's properly zipped up to protect the instrument. Also, check the tuning regularly, especially if you've been transporting it. For the neck, the 2 - Way Adjustable Truss Rod can be adjusted if you notice any warping, but it's best to have a professional do it if you're not sure. The bone nut and sealed tuners are durable, but be gentle when turning the tuners to avoid damage. And don't forget to change the strings every few months for the best sound.
