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Gold Tone BSS Short (G Tuning) Banjo Strings

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Overview

Banjo strings delivering a balanced, versatile tone.

The Gold Tone BSS Short (G Tuning) banjo strings provide banjo players with a balanced, warm yet bright tone perfect for any style of playing. With highly responsive nickel-plated steel strings, the Gold Tone BSS Short strings offer crystal clear articulation while the custom string gages create a rich, full-bodied sound. The loop-end design fits all banjos, making these strings a versatile option. Handcrafted in the USA, you can trust the quality and reliability of the Gold Tone BSS Short strings. The corrosion-resistant packaging also protects the strings, ensuring they stay fresh. With their ideal blend of warm lows and bright highs, the Gold Tone BSS Short banjo strings are a great choice for banjo players looking to enhance their tone.

Achieve Articulate Tone and Response With Nickel-Plated Steel

The nickel-plated steel used for the Gold Tone BSS Short banjo strings provides you with enhanced tone, clarity and responsiveness. The steel material offers a bright, projecting sound with crisp articulation. You'll hear clear, distinct notes as you play up and down the fingerboard. The nickel-plating also gives the strings smooth playability along with improved corrosion resistance for longer life. With their highly responsive feel, the nickel-plated steel strings make playing your banjo an effortless and enjoyable experience.

Custom String Gauges Create a Robust, Balanced Tone

With custom string gauges of .013, .016, .022w, .030w and .013, the Gold Tone BSS Short banjo strings deliver a rich, versatile sound. The heavier gauges in the middle strings provide a solid low-end foundation with plenty of punch and body. The lighter gauges on the first and fifth strings supply bright, shimmering highs. Together, the custom gauges create a lush, full-bodied tone with the ideal blend of lows and highs. Whether you want to drive a bluegrass rhythm or need to cut through the mix in a jam session, the Gold Tone BSS Short strings give your banjo balanced tone and dynamics.

Loop-End Design Fits All Banjos for Versatile Playing

Built with a loop-end design, the Gold Tone BSS Short banjo strings are universally compatible with all banjos. The looped ends easily fit over geared tuning pegs as well as traditional friction pegs, letting you use these strings on any banjo. Their versatile design makes the Gold Tone BSS Short strings a great option whether you play a vintage open-back or a modern resonator banjo. With compatibility across banjo types, these strings free you up to use your preferred banjo while still enjoying their robust tone and articulation.

Features

  • Nickel-plated steel strings for clarity, tone and longevity
  • Loop-end design for universal banjo compatibility
  • Made in the USA
  • Corrosion resistant packaging
  • Gauges: .013,.016, .022w, .030w, .013

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