Gold Tone CC-Mini Five String Maple Banjo for Cripple Creek

The Cripple Creek Mini (CC-MINI) is a short-scale version of the popular Gold Tone Cripple Creek line, featuring similar characteristics. This mini banjo boasts a perfectly straight neck and low action, ensuring consistent tuning. Its open-back design is both light and portable.

The CC-MINI is equipped with an 8" maple rim and a brass tone ring, providing the perfect combination of features. Its guitar-style geared tuners and a geared 5th string tuner offer precise tuning capabilities, while the brass tone ring delivers the punch needed for bluegrass music.

One of the standout features of the CC-MINI is its great "plunk" for old-time music. This is achieved through the thoughtful design and selection of components, making it an excellent choice for both traditional and contemporary styles.

The CC-MINI comes tuned to open-C, but if players need to tune it to standard G when playing with others, the string gauges can be easily adjusted to the following: .016, .034, .024, .019, .016.

The CC-MINI also boasts a two-way adjustable truss rod, allowing for precise neck adjustments to ensure optimal playability and performance. Additionally, it features guitar-style geared tuners, further enhancing the instrument's tuning stability and responsiveness.

Lastly, the CC-MINI includes a Vega-style arm rest, providing comfort and support for the player during extended playing sessions. This thoughtful design element contributes to the overall ergonomics and playability of the instrument.

In conclusion, the Cripple Creek Mini (CC-MINI) is a versatile and well-designed short-scale banjo that combines the best features of the popular Gold Tone Cripple Creek line with a compact and portable form factor. Its attention to detail, performance capabilities, and user-friendly features make it an attractive choice for both beginner and experienced banjo players.

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