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Bluegrass Shack Productions is the first Stelling banjo dealer in the State of Illinois. We can special order any model that you would like. If we don't have any Stelling banjos currently in stock, it means that we are waiting on more! They sell very quickly here and generally don't stay in stock for more than two weeks. We are also proud to carry the full line of Gold Tone banjos and accessories! We have many of these banjos in stock, and can special order anything that we don't have in stock. Please call us for a price quote and availability. We also carry Recording King, Gold Star, Saga, Danville, Savannah and Rover banjos. All banjos include a factory setup, PLUS another quality check and setup by Illinois State Banjo Champion Chris Talley Armstrong. We know you'll appreciate the look, sound and feel of these quality instruments.

If you need help deciding which banjo is right for you, take a look at www.learnbluegrass.com/choosebanjo.html for more information.

Stelling Banjos

Stelling Crusader Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell Case - $3450 Plus $75 S/H/I (US only)

Ask us to order one for you! The Crusader is Stelling's first mahogany model since 1978. It has a new peghead design and a new script logo. It also has a slightly longer scale (26.428 vs. 26.25). Comes complete with deluxe hardshell case with Stelling logo. Nickel Plating. List Price: $4300. For additional information about Stelling banjos, click here. The pictures are the actual pictures of the instrument for sale. If you would like additional pictures, please let us know!

Additional Pictures:   Peghead         Resonator

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Stelling Red Fox Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell Case - $3450 Plus $75 S/H/I (US only)

Ask us to order one for you! One of Stelling's newest models, inspired by master banjoist Bill Emerson, the Red Fox has outsold every other model since 1996. The fancy curly maple used in this model is enhanced by the reddish stain. The Red Fox in the peghead and the abalone maple leaves in the fingerboard help to make this a very striking model. Nickel Plating; List Price: $4300. For additional information about Stelling banjos, click here. PLEASE NOTE: Pictures are representative and not the actual banjo you will receive.

Additional Pictures:   Sample Peghead         Sample Resonator

Stelling Golden Cross Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell Case - $3650 Plus $75 S/H/I (Main USA only)

Ask us to order one for you! The Golden Cross was the ninth Stelling banjo to be built, the first one to have the trademarked Stelling peghead shape, and was named for Tony Golden, who rode motorcycles with Geoff and bought the first Golden Cross. This model was also honored to be the banjo played by the late great Don Reno for the last ten years of his life, and was featured on many of his fine recordings with Bill Harrell. Originally made of walnut, the current Golden Cross features fancy curly maple with the golden sunburst stain and purfling inlaid along the neck and resonator binding. For additional information, click here. Pictures are of the actual instrument we have in stock!

Additional Pictures:   Peghead         Back         Front

Gold Tone Banjos

Gold Tone Cripple Creek CC-50RP Banjo w/gigbag - $335 + $35 S/H/I (US only)

Two on Order! Don't pay more for less banjo! This is an absolute bargain for a great beginner's banjo! We carry this model with planetary tuners, including a geared 5th string peg. Features include a matte Walnut finish, brass tone ring, 2-way adjustable truss rod, metal armrest, straight-line tailpiece, dot fingerboard inlays, rosewood fingerboard, and a Gold Tone gigbag! List price $449. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone OB-250+ (PLUS) Banjo w/Deluxe Gold Tone Hardshell Case - $1575 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

Ask us to order this for you! A classic reproduction of the most famous flathead bluegrass banjo with astonishing tone and playability. The PLUS model has all the features of the regular OB-250, but has the upgraded JLS#12 tone ring, curly maple neck, Gary Sosebee bridge, and includes a deluxe TKL archtop case with the Gold Tone logo painted on the front. Ebony fingerboard, tobacco brown maple neck with beautiful natural maple binding, tobacco brown maple resonator, 3-ply Canadian hard rock maple rim, one-piece pot metal flange, special Master Planet planetary tuning pegs, geared 5th string peg. List price $2099. For additional information, click here.

Gold Tone OB-250 Banjo - $1005 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

In Stock! A classic reproduction of the most famous flathead bluegrass banjo with astonishing tone and playability. Ebony fingerboard, tobacco brown maple neck with beautiful natural maple binding, tobacco brown maple resonator, sand cast brass tone ring, 3-ply Canadian hard rock maple rim, one-piece pot metal flange, special Master Planet planetary tuning pegs, geared 5th string peg. List price $1339. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone OB-250 Arch Top Banjo - $1040 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

The archtop model includes a forty hole sand cast bell brass arch top tone ring, which produces more penetrating highs compared to a conventional flat top. For banjoists who own a flat top, this is a great addition to your collection as it cuts through in bluegrass jams. Also great for those who like a brighter sound. List price $1389. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone BG-250F Banjo - $785 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

In stock! This is a vintage replica of the most famous banjo ever played in bluegrass music. all its parts are accurate reproductiosn of the original in addition, which an added maple neck, which brightens the tone compared to the original mahogany necks. It features a 3-ply Canadian maple rim, straightline tailpiece, one piece zinc flange, snowflake inlay, planetary tuners, 5th string geared tuner, rosewood fingerboard, and mahogany resonator. List price $1049. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone MC-150RP Banjo - $575 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

In Stock! Economically priced, the MC-150R has all quality parts which provide excellent tone. This model is convertible, which means the resonator may be easily detached for open back playing. It includes a professional pot with a 3/4" rim and a bluegrass flat top steel alloy tone ring, snowflake inlay, natural finish, maple resonator, maple neck, rosewood fingerboard. Please note that we only carry this model with planetary pegs, but it is also available with less expensive guitar-style tuners. List price $768. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone Cripple Creek CC-100RP Banjo - $425 + $50 S/H/I (US only)

In Stock! I'm not afraid to say that this is the best bargain around! Compared to the closest American competitor, this banjo blows it out of the water. Don't pay more for less banjo! We carry this model with planetary tuners, including a geared 5th string peg, but it is also available with less expensive guitar style tuners. Features include a matte natural finish, double coordinator rods, brass tone ring, 2-way adjustable truss rod, 5 year transferable warranty, metal armrest, snowflake fingerboard inlays, neck binding, rosewood fingerboard, and a bone nut for better tone. List price $569. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone Cripple Creek Traveler Banjo - $390 + $25 S/H (US only)

In Stock! This is probably the first truly usable travel size (or kid's size) banjo that I have ever played. It is 2 frets shy of the full-size banjo, with a 23-9/16" scale. It can be tuned to A or to G, which makes it much better suited for playing along in a bluegrass jam. It has all of the features of the CC-100 banjo, with covered metal guitar-style tuners and geared 5th string peg. List price $519. For additional information, click here.

Gold Tone CC-50TR Traveler Banjo w/Gigbag - $240 + $25 S/H (US only)

In Stock! Once again, a truly usable travel size (or kid's size) banjo in open back version! It is 2 frets shy of a full-size banjo, and can be tuned to A or to G, which makes it much better suited for playing along in a folk or bluegrass jam. It has covered metal guitar-style tuners and geared 5th string peg. Rolled brass tone ring gives this banjo a great sound for the size! Includes the gigbag! List price $319. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone CC-Mini Banjo - $315 + $20 S/H (US only)

In stock! Way cool, high quality, smaller banjo! This is no toy. Can be tuned to standard G tuning, though the Gold Tone website suggests "C." This baby was made to travel! List price $419. For additional information, click here.

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Gold Tone BG-Mini Banjo - $515 + $25 S/H (US only)

In stock!This banjo has it all, just in a smaller package! Highly detailed, right down to the resonator and planetary pegs! Incredible, high quality instrument made to last. List price $691. For additional information, click here.

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Miscellaneous Banjos

Savannah Cast Brass Tone Ring Banjo w/Hard Case - $799 + $50 S/H (US only)

This is one of the best new banjos that we have added to our line recently. I am quite impressed with the quality and sound of the Savannah SB-300 banjo, though the initial setup from the factory was laughable. We have completely setup this new banjo, upgraded the bridge, tightened the head, adjusted the tailpiece and coordinator rods, and fit the nut including the depth of the string slots. It features a flamed maple resonator, maple neck, maple rim, cast brass tone ring, deluxe clamshell tailpiece, planetary tuners including geared 5th string peg, mother of pearl peghead inlay and inlaid floral position markers, and a decorative engraved armrest. Hardshell Guardian case included. I believe this banjo sounds as good as any $1500 banjo on the market. Approximate weight of banjo without case is 10 pounds. Retail price with case is $898.

Additional Pictures: Red in pictures is a reflection of our neon light in the window.

Back        Front        Peghead        Inside (Pot)       

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Gold Star GF-85 Banjo w/Hard Case - $995 + $50 S/H (US only)

In Stock! This great-sounding banjo features a three-ply rock maple rim, mahogany neck with adjustable truss rod and double cut headstock, rosewood fingerboard, mother-of-pearl Gold Star script and style 3 inlay pattern, single piece die-cast resonator flange, 20-hole flathead-style tone ring, deluxe mahogany resonator, planetary tuners, geared fifth-peg, old-style Presto tailpiece, deluxe maple bridge, and triple-nickel plated hardware. Hard case included. Retail price is $1395.

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