The Deering Goodtime is a 5-string openback banjo with a 3-ply violin grade maple rim, handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. Introduced in 1996, it remains the most recommended beginner banjo by teachers almost 30 years later. At only 4.5 lbs, it's lightweight, comfortable, and built by the same crew that makes Deering's professional instruments.

Every Deering we sell receives a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before shipping. Your banjo arrives ready to play. Free shipping anywhere in the US.

The Neck Rock maple neck, comfortable "D" shape, satin finish. Maple fingerboard with Art Deco inspired hardwood inlays. 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets. 1 1/4" Lexan polycarbonate nut. Sealed geared tuners and Goodtime geared 5th string tuner.

The Pot 3-ply violin grade maple rim, 11". Frosted high crown head. Beveled steel tension hoop with 16 flat J-hooks. US Bronze powder finished armrest. 5/8" Goodtime Smile bridge. Deering's patented Goodtime tailpiece. Hand rubbed polyurethane with carnauba wax.

Specs

• Scale length: 26 1/4"
• Overall length: 37 1/2"
• Weight: ~4.5 lbs
• Tuning: Open G
• Warranty: 8-year limited
• Made in USA (Spring Valley, CA)

Why Buy from Banjo Warehouse? Banjo Warehouse is an authorized Deering dealer in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Owner Geoff Hohwald has 50+ years in the banjo business and is the author of The Banjo Primer. Every banjo ships with a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara and free shipping anywhere in the United States.

Call Geoff at (404) 218-8580 with any questions.

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ITEM SPECIFICS:

• Brand: Deering
• Type: 5-String Banjo
• Body Style: Open Back
• Number of Strings: 5
• Color: Brown/Natural
• Finish: Satin
• Handedness: Right Handed
• Country of Origin: United States
• Tone Ring: No
• Top Material: Maple
• Experience Level: Beginner