--- product_id: 131640808 title: "Gold Tone AC-4 Acoustic Composite 4-String Tenor Banjo, Open Back Banjo with Gig Bag, 19 Frets, GDAE Tuning, Great Gift for Ukulele Players and Beginners" brand: "gold tone" price: "€ 892.09" currency: EUR in_stock: true category: "Gold Tone" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/131640808-gold-tone-ac-4-acoustic-composite-4-string-tenor-banjo store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # Includes travel-ready gig bag 19 frets for versatile play Under 4 lbs ultra-lightweight Gold Tone AC-4 Acoustic Composite 4-String Tenor Banjo, Open Back Banjo with Gig Bag, 19 Frets, GDAE Tuning, Great Gift for Ukulele Players and Beginners **Brand:** gold tone **Price:** € 892.09 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Lightweight legend for the modern banjoist – play anywhere, sound everywhere! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gold Tone AC-4 Acoustic Composite 4-String Tenor Banjo, Open Back Banjo with Gig Bag, 19 Frets, GDAE Tuning, Great Gift for Ukulele Players and Beginners by gold tone - **How much does it cost?** € 892.09 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/131640808-gold-tone-ac-4-acoustic-composite-4-string-tenor-banjo) ## Best For - gold tone enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gold tone brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Snappy Composite Rim:** Experience crisp, bright tones with the durable 11" composite rim that outperforms traditional wood. - β€’ **Sleek Black Satin Finish:** Modern, stylish look with matching black rim, neck, and tuner buttons to stand out on any stage. - β€’ **Zero Glide Nut Precision:** Patented zero glide nut ensures flawless intonation for professional-quality sound every time. - β€’ **Lightweight & Slim Design:** At less than 4 pounds, this tenor banjo is perfect for on-the-go musicians and apartment living. - β€’ **Ready for Travel & Beginners:** Comes with a convenient backpack-style gig bag, making it the ideal companion for your musical journey. ## Overview The Gold Tone AC-4 Composite 4-String Tenor Banjo is a beginner-friendly, lightweight instrument featuring a durable 11" composite rim and patented zero glide nut for superior intonation. Weighing under 4 pounds and equipped with a travel-ready gig bag, it’s designed for easy playability and portability without compromising on sound quality or style. ## Description Product Description Gold Tone AC-4 is an economical, durable and great-sounding beginner banjo. The AC-4 features our snappy-sounding composite rim, mated to a slim and easy-playing neck that's equipped with Gold Tone patented zero Glide nut. The AC-4 weighs in at less than four pounds and is the perfect choice for beginners, for travel use or for a child's first banjo. The handsome AC-4, with its matching black rim, neck and tuner buttons is professionally set up in Gold Tone Florida Shop. From the Manufacturer Gold Tone AC-4 is an economical, durable and great-sounding beginner banjo. The AC-4 features our snappy-sounding composite rim, mated to a slim and easy-playing neck that's equipped with Gold Tone's patented Zero Glide nut. The AC-4 weighs in at LESS THAN FOUR POUNDS and is the perfect choice for beginners, for travel use or for a child's first banjo. The handsome AC-4, with its matching black rim, neck and tuner buttons is professionally set up in Gold Tone's Florida shop ## Features - 19-FRET TENOR BANJO: A 4-string open back tenor banjo with a 22-3/4" scale length, strung .040w, .030w, .020w, .010 and tuned GDAE, comfortable for fast-paced melodies and traditional tunes. - LIGHTWEIGHT COMPOSITE RIM: The 11" composite rim keeps the AC-4 at just 3.5 lbs and delivers a mellow, plunky tone, with a black satin finish, black ABS binding, and chrome plated hardware. - ZERO GLIDE NUT: A Zero Glide nut with 1-1/8" nut width, a mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, and a two-way adjustable truss rod for easy neck adjustment. - REMO HEAD AND QUALITY HARDWARE: An 11" Remo LC Smooth head, maple bridge with ebony cap, 11" flat bar tension hoop, vintage tailpiece, and covered guitar-style tuners. - READY TO PLAY: Set up by hand in Gold Tone's Titusville, Florida workshop before it ships, with a gig bag included. A great gift for ukulele players, beginners, and traditional music fans. Optional HDTR15-M hard case sold separately. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07BSQZSZ1 | | Back Material Type | Nato | | Best Sellers Rank | #84,284 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #80 in Banjos (Musical Instruments) | | Body Material Type | Composite | | Brand Name | Gold Tone | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (28) | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Instrument | Banjo, Tenor Banjo | | Instrument Size | Tenor | | Item Dimensions | 35 x 12.5 x 3 inches | | Item Type Name | Banjo | | Manufacturer | Gold Tone, Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | AC-4 | | Material Type | Acrylic, Maple | | Model Name | AC-4 Tenor Banjo | | Model Number | AC-4 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Strings | 4 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | String Material Type | Nickel | | Top Material Type | Plastic | | Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer., On faulty parts. Normal wear and tear is not covered under warranty. | ## Product Details - **Back Material Type:** Nato - **Brand:** Gold Tone - **Color:** Black - **Instrument:** Banjo, Tenor Banjo - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 35 x 12.5 x 3 inches - **Number of Strings:** 4 - **Operation Mode:** Manual - **Size:** Tenor - **String Material Type:** Nickel - **Top Material Type:** Plastic ## Images ![Gold Tone AC-4 Acoustic Composite 4-String Tenor Banjo, Open Back Banjo with Gig Bag, 19 Frets, GDAE Tuning, Great Gift for Ukulele Players and Beginners - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jjVqdq7GL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this be tuned like a tenor guitar?** A: This is tuned CGDA which is tenor guitar tuning. **Q: Can this be tuned dgbe (chicago tunned)?** A: With the correct strings, yes, it can be. **Q: Can this be tuned to gcea?** A: It could be. But not with the strings it comes with. **Q: Does this come tuned gdae?** A: it will come tuned CGDA, however, with a change of strings to .040w, .030w, .020w, .013 it can be tuned to GDAE no problem. ## Frequently Bought Together - Gold Tone, 4-String Banjo, Right (AC-4) - D'Addario Irish Tenor Banjo Strings, Nickel-Plated Steel, EJ63i, Medium Gauge 12-36, 5-String Set, Pack of 1 - Absolute Beginners - Irish Tenor Banjo | Complete Guide to Playing Irish Style Tenor Banjo | Step-by-Step Instruction Songbook with Online Audio Access | Learn Tenor Banjo with Backing Tracks --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/131640808-gold-tone-ac-4-acoustic-composite-4-string-tenor-banjo](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/131640808-gold-tone-ac-4-acoustic-composite-4-string-tenor-banjo) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-10-29*