Searching for that perfectly warm, old-time banjo tone? The Deering Goodtime Artisan Americana boasts a grand 12-inch rim that fundamentally changes its sonic footprint. Unlike standard 11-inch banjos that aggressively cut through a mix, this beautifully crafted instrument provides a fuller bass response and a mellow, laid-back voice. It is the ultimate open-back banjo for clawhammer techniques, folk arrangements, and accompanying vocalists.
Crafted in the USA, this model features a striking Midnight Maple fingerboard adorned with vintage-style inlays. The comfortable rock maple neck is finished in a gorgeous dark red mahogany stain, providing both a smooth fretting hand experience and a premium aesthetic. Equipped with highly accurate planetary tuners and a responsive Renaissance head, this banjo stays in tune and delivers consistent, inspiring tone every time you pick it up.
Rim Construction: 12-inch 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple
Head: 12-inch Renaissance Medium Crown
Neck: Rock Maple with a comfortable "D" profile
Fingerboard: Midnight Maple with Vintage Artisan Inlays
Hardware: Goodtime Planetary Tuners & Patented Tailpiece
Scale Length: 26 1/4"
Weight: Approximately 4.5 lbs