Archtop Banjo vs Standard Flat Top | Gold Tone OB-2AT
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In this video, we are joined by Scott who demonstrates the difference in tone of the OB-2AT (archtop) versus our OB-2 which has a more traditional 19-hole flat top tone ring. These two Mastertone models are identical outside of the different tone rings. The archtop tone ring provide a tighter sound to the banjo making it a desirable tone for some players.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Demonstration
0:21 - Introduction
0:47 - OB-2AT (Archtop)
1:30 - OB-2 (Standard)
2:10 - Conclusion
2:52 - End
Audio:
The audio during this demonstration of the Bowtie banjos was recorded acoustically using a sE Electronics X1 S Condenser Microphone. No post-production work or modifications have been made to the audio.
About Gold Tone:
Gold Tone is a musical instrument company based in Titusville, Florida, USA. We specialize in producing high-quality banjos, guitars, mandolins, and other stringed instruments that are affordable and accessible for players of all levels. Gold Tone was founded in 1993 by Wayne and Robyn Rogers, and they still operate it to this day. Gold Tone has gained a reputation for innovation, quality craftsmanship, and excellent customer service, and their instruments are used by professional musicians and hobbyists alike.
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Wow... great comparison. Thank you for this video. I noticed the smoothness of the archtop and I really didn't think it looses any brightness in its mid range power. The flat top on the other hand had an annoying buzz that sustained way too long into subsequent phrases. Don't know where that was coming from - the drone G, High D or both. This video certainly showed me who the clear winner is - the archtop.
I agree 100%, that archtop sounds smooth throughout, where the flattop had a harsh sound at times. I wonder if the flattop sound had to do with bridge angle. I have a handmade clawhammer from Ozark Banjo co. I have noticed Ill get that buzz if the angle of my bridge gets off slightly. Not position, or it being twisted, but rather not perfectly up and down, so I guess it isnt pushing against the head evenly when that happens. Anyhow, Ill get a strange buzz. I thought when I first heard it that it was vibration of a loose screw somewhere, so I went over the entire banjo. Ended up finding that that bridge angle can do strange things. Anyhow, cheers buddy.
The archtop sounded so much better. I don't understand why they aren't more popular. I have two flat tops and one archtop, the arch top is so much nicer sounding in both tone and loudness. Although, it could be because IT'S just a better banjo overalL. Thank you for this video.