Goldtone CC-50 Cripple Creek Banjo with Gig Bag

Gold Tone

Goldtone CC-50 Cripple Creek Banjo with Gig Bag

Name: Goldtone CC-50 Cripple Creek Banjo with Gig Bag
Brand: Gold Tone
SKU: CC-50
Price: 402.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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The Cripple Creek CC-50 is an entry-level banjo designed for easy learning, specifically designed to play effortlessly, sound great and be affordable. The openback CC-50 is ideal for "old time" or folk-style banjo playing. The hard maple neck and maple rim, guitar-style tuners, geared fifth-string tuning peg, single coordinator rod, straight-line tailpiece, rosewood fingerboard and rolled brass tone ring combine to make a lightweight, all-wood instrument that's ideal for the student or for experienced picker in need of a second banjo. Completely set up at the Gold Tone factory in Florida, The CC-50's price includes a gig bag for easy transport. Available as left-handed model.

CC-50 Specifications

Headstock

Buttons - B-Style
Nut Width - 1-3/16" Bone
Tuners - Sealed Guitar-Style

Neck

Fingerboard - Select Wood
Frets - 22
Inlay - Dot
Material - Maple
Truss Rod - Two-Way Adjustable

Body

Binding - Black ABS
Brackets - 18
Bridge - Maple with Ebony Cap
Finish - Vintage Brown Satin
Hardware - Chrome Plated
Head - 11" LC Frosted
Rim - Multi-Ply Maple
Tailpiece - 5-String Terminator
Counter Hoop - Flat Bar
Tone Ring - Rolled Brass

Dimensions

Scale Length - 26-3/16"
Weight - 5.5 lbs.

Other

Bag - Included
Case - HD14 (Optional)
Pickups - Optional
String Gauge - .011 .013 .016 .024w .011
Tuning - GDGBD

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you set up every guitar before it ships?

Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.

How accurate are your condition descriptions?

We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.

Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?

Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.

What is your return policy?

We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.

How do you ship instruments?

Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.

Are you an authorized dealer?

Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.

Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?

Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.

How long have you been in business?

Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.

Do you offer instrument repair?

Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.

What brands do you carry?

Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.

Do you offer music lessons?

Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.

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