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Bluegrass Shack Productions is the only Stelling banjo dealer in the State of Illinois. We can special order any model that you would like. 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 Austin, Recording King, Gold Star, Saga, 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.
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Stelling Crusader Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell Case - $3450 Plus $75 S/H/I (US only)SOLD! 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
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Stelling Red Fox Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell Case - $3500 Plus $75 S/H/I (US only)SOLD! New one on order! 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. |
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Stelling Golden Cross Banjo w/Deluxe Hardshell CaseSOLD! New one on order!! 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. We are expecting this banjo soon. If you would like to reserve it for yourself, please contact us by phone at 618-475-3678. For additional information, click here. |
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Gold Tone OB-250+ (PLUS) Banjo w/Deluxe Gold Tone Hardshell Case - $1495 + $50 S/H/I (US only)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 $1995. For additional information, click here. |
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Gold Tone OB-250 Banjo - $975 + $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 $1299. For additional information, click here.Listen to MP3 |
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Gold Tone OB-250 Arch Top Banjo - $1012 + $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 $1349. For additional information, click here.Listen to MP3 |
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Gold Tone BG-250F Banjo - $720 + $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 $959. For additional information, click here.Listen to MP3 |
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Gold Tone MC-150RP Banjo - $560 + $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 $749. For additional information, click here.Listen to MP3 |
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Gold Tone Cripple Creek CC-100RP Banjo - $399 + $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 $539. For additional information, click here.Listen to MP3 |
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Gold Tone Cripple Creek Special CC-100RP Banjo - $410 + $50 S/H/I (US only)This banjo is identical to the Gold Tone CC-100RP, but has a few additional features. Instead of the matte natural finish, it features a matte tobacco brown finish. It also has the Gold Tone Master Planets planetary tuning pegs. These are the best ones that Gold Tone makes and puts on its top of the line banjos. List price $549. For additional information, click here. |
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Gold Tone Cripple Creek Traveler Banjo - $375 Including S/H (US only)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 $469. For additional information, click here. |
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Gold Tone CC-50TR Traveler Banjo w/Gigbag - $199 + $30 S/H (US only)SOLD! On Order! 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 $279. For additional information, click here.Additional Pictures: Click thumbnail for a larger complete image.
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Austin AU670 5-String Banjo - $195 + $45 S/H (US only)Two in Stock! This 18-bracket banjo is great for a beginner on a budget. It has a nice sound for an inexpensive instrument. This is an all mahogany instrument with a beautiful matte finish! Rosewood fingerboard with mother of pearl dot inlays.Additional pictures: Back
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Austin AU675 5-String Banjo - $275 + $45 S/H (US only)One in Stock! The Austin AU675 banjo is a step up from the AU670. It features upgraded neck & peghead inlays, glossy finish, engraved armrest, and an aluminum integrated (one-piece) rim, flange & tonering. This banjo is louder and brighter than the AU670.Additional Pictures: Back
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Austin Pro-Deluxe 5-String Banjo - $350 + $45 S/H (US only)Three in Stock! The Austin Pro-Deluxe banjo is a fantastic beginner banjo, and is our top selling entry level banjo. With its rolled brass tone ring, it will give you the sound you want while you are learning to play! It features mother of pearl neck & peghead inlays, glossy finish, engraved armrest, mahogany neck and resonator, and planetary tuners including a geared 5th string peg. This banjo is one of the best looking and sounding in its price range.Additional Pictures: Back
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Savannah Cast Brass Tone Ring Banjo w/Hard Case - $799 + $50 S/H (US only)Two in stock!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.
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Gold Star GF-85 Banjo w/Hard Case - $995 + $50 S/H (US only)One 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.Listen to MP3 |
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Recording King RK-60 "The Deco King" Banjo w/Deluxe Hard Case - $999 + $65 S/H (US only)In Stock! WOW! This is really an incredible banjo at an even more incredible price. It has a wonderful tone quality -- loud and clear! This is the newest model made by Recording King - The Deco King. It features a one-piece resonator and neck, 3-ply maple rim, nickel-plated hardware, a bound ebony fretboard and American Standard thread hardware. It has a beautiful black gloss finish on the rim, resonator sides and neck, and the back of the resonator and front of the peghead are completely covered in pearloid with a deco flower design. It is simply gorgeous!The Deco King also features the traditional Recording King peghead and an authentic Mastertone-style tone ring and flange. Each model includes a vintage hardshell case with a brass Recording King nameplate. This is truly a deluxe case! Arch top, wood construction and green crushed velvet interior with a padded handle. The picture and soundclip here on our website is exactly the banjo you will be receiving, as we only have one of these in stock. It is a second due to some minor clouding of the nickel plating on the flange. It is hardly noticeable, and in fact the entire flange could be replaced if desired, though this is purely a cosmetic issue. For more information on this banjo, visit the Recording King website. Additional Pictures: Click thumbnail for a larger complete image.
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Flinthill Banjo - $195 + $30 S/H (US only)This is a great beginning or camping banjo. The rim and resonator of this banjo is not made from wood, but rather from a hard plastic, similar to what clarinets are made from. This gives the banjo a louder, brighter sound than banjos with a wood rim and no tone ring. This also makes the banjo light-weight and great for outdoor usage where you might not normally want to take a banjo. The neck is made from mahogany, and features a rosewood fingboard with dot position inlays. It has an adjustable truss rod, single coordinator rod, beautiful pearloid peghead overlay (the picture doesn't do this justice), guitar style tuners, and a geared 5th string peg for ease of tuning.I must admit I was skeptical of this banjo, but ordered the first one anyway so I could see what it looked like and sounded
like. I was very surprised by the sound and looks of this banjo. We have sold a good number of these since that first purchase, and
I would recommend it to anyone who can't spend a lot of money or who wants an extra banjo to "kick around."
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5-String Banjovie (Mini Banjo) w/gigbag - $100 + $15 S/H (US only)In Stock! Looking for a very portable banjo? This is it! The Banjovie (Made by the Nechville Company) is just a lot of fun. It can be played by adults, but its small size makes it great for kids. This is a quiet little banjo, so you don't have to worry about disturbing the neighbors or the rest of the family. This particular banjovie is a 2nd due to a couple of nicks on the edge of the head and some cracks in the grain of the wood that were varnished over. These do not affect its playability or sound. Comes with the gigbag.For complete specifications, visit the manufacturer's website HERE. Additional Pictures: Front
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Last updated: June 29, 2008
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