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The Gold Tone Gold Plated OB-2JM Joe Mullins Signature Model with vintage Mastertone Bowtie inlay features a special lightweight pot assembly and custom features.
This lighter weight Mastertone style banjo has a specially designed pot assembly to not weigh as much as your typical heavy bluegrass banjo with a Flathead tone ring. It's more like the 1930's Gibson RB-100 that were lighter weight. Gold Tone and Joe Mullins worked on the design together to have a lighter weight option that still delivered the tone a professional banjo player needs but save the backs of us banjo players!
The OB-2 JM banjo brings the legendary tone of the 1960s Mastertone bowtie to a new generation of players
Developed in collaboration with bluegrass master Joe Mullins, this exceptional instrument pairs vintage-inspired craftsmanship with modern innovation. The classic combination of mahogany neck and maple resonator, crowned with a rich golden sunburst finish, delivers the warm, powerful voice that defined bluegrass' golden age. True to its heritage, the OB-2 JM features the coveted rolled brass tone ring, while Gold Tone's advanced lightweight rim design ensures comfortable playability for today's performing artist. From the rolled brass tone ring to the premium Gotoh tuners, every component has been carefully selected to create an instrument that honors tradition while embracing the future. Whether in the studio or on stage, the OB-2 JM offers professional-grade tone, playability, and reliability at an exceptional value.
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The Gold Tone OB-2JM is specially set up by banjo luthier, ED Weber at our shop in Tennessee. You cannot find a better banjo set-up person from any competitor out there than Ed Weber. Ed worked for Gibson banjos in Nashville for 25 years building their high end banjos. He is also an experienced custom banjo builder.
The OB-2JM by Gold Tone comes with lifetime warranty which is TRANSFERABLE if you sell the banjo later too.
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Zero Glide Nut
Gold Tone does not install the Zero Glide Nut standard on the OB-2JM but you can add it FREE as an option below. If you have questions about it, give me a call.
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Ed worked for Gibson Banjos for 25 years starting in the late 80's and helped design and build Gibson Banjos during that time. I feel very blessed to have him, not only as a highly skilled pro but as a friend and co-worker. Ed takes great pride in everything he does and it really shows in the tremendous feed back and satisfaction I receive back from my banjo customers. You can count on Ed to give you the very best banjo set up when ordering this banjo from Banjoteacher.com
Headstock
Buttons - Custom Gotoh
Nut Width - 1-1/4" Bone
Tuners - Gotoh Planetary
Neck
Fingerboard - Ebony
Frets - 22
Inlay - Gold Tone Bowtie
Material - Mahogany
Truss Rod - Two-Way Adjustable
Body
Armrest - Plain
Binding - Cream ABS
Brackets - 24
Bridge - 5/8" Snuffy Smith
Coordinator Rods - Dual 11"
Finish - Golden Sunburst
Flange - One Piece Cast
Hardware - Gold Plated
Head - 11" Remo HC Coated Topside
Resonator - 14" Mahogany
Rim - 11" 3-Ply Light-weight Maple
Tailpiece - Presto Style
Tension Hoop - 11" Notched
Tone Ring - 11" Rolled Brass Tonering
Dimensions
Scale Length - 26-1/4"
Weight - 13 lbs.
Other
Bag - HPB (Available)
Case - Included
String Gauge - .009, .022w, .013, .011, .009
Tuning - GDGBD
About Joe Mullins
Joe Mullins embodies the soul of bluegrass – a virtuoso banjo player, celebrated bandleader, and tireless advocate for traditional music. From his early days with The Traditional Grass through his current success with The Radio Ramblers, Joe has earned his place among bluegrass royalty, including an IBMA Entertainer of the Year award and regular appearances on the Grand Ole Opry. Beyond the stage, his work as a broadcaster, festival organizer, and former IBMA Board Chair has helped shape the future of bluegrass while honoring its roots. The OB-2 JM reflects Joe's lifelong pursuit of excellence and his commitment to putting professional-grade instruments in the hands of the next generation of bluegrass musicians.
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