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The violin-grade maple rim is made of the same wood used on the professional level Deering models and gives the Goodtime banjo a rich, full, round note distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight enough to travel with, convenient enough to keep by your easy chair at home, the Goodtime Artisan is great for hours of practice with a neck that is both comfortable to play and accurate to fret. This Goodtime banjo is not only beautiful to look at but will bring you hours of musical enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECS\u003cbr\u003eNECK\u003cbr\u003eNeck Wood: Rock Maple\u003cbr\u003eNeck Shape: Comfortable \"D\" Shape\u003cbr\u003eStain: Dark Red Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Satin\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 1 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003eNut Material: Lexan Polycarbonate\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Planetary Tuners\u003cbr\u003e5th String Tuner: Goodtime Geared 5th String Tuner\u003cbr\u003eFrets: 22 Pressed in Nickel Silver Frets\u003cbr\u003eSPECS\u003cbr\u003ePOT\u003cbr\u003eRim: 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple\u003cbr\u003eRim Diameter: 11\"\u003cbr\u003eTone Ring:\u003cbr\u003eHead: 11\" Top Frosted High Crown\u003cbr\u003eTension Hoop: Beveled Steel Tension Hoop\u003cbr\u003eHooks \u0026amp; Nuts: 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9\/32″ Nuts\u003cbr\u003eArmrest: Goodtime Armrest\u003cbr\u003eHardware Plating: Nickel\u003cbr\u003eTailpiece: Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Hand Finished Satin Polyurethane\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSPECS\u003cbr\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003cbr\u003eNeck Width at the Nut: 1 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003eScale Length Nut to Bridge: 26 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003eRim Diameter: 11\"\u003cbr\u003eOverall Instrument Length: 38\"\u003cbr\u003eWeight Approx.: 4.5 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44432809099357,"sku":"930200000297","price":1899.05,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/8179\/7213\/files\/artisan-goodtime-5-string-banjo-openback-front-1000x1000_1800x1800_9aa78f53-ba93-454f-acf3-65b34402640e.png?v=1778365336"},{"product_id":"goodtime-americana-5-string-deco-banjo","title":"Goodtime Americana 5-String Deco Banjo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Americana is the most affordable 5-string banjo from Deering to be fitted with their 12” rim, which gives the banjo a stronger bass response and a much warmer tone. The fullness and warmth of the larger rim is further enhanced by the addition of a 12” renaissance head which beautifully complements the banjo both visually and sonically. Made in America.\u2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuing the long standing Goodtime philosophy of offering the best value American made banjos available, the Americana is the lowest priced 12” model on the market today and retains the distinctive natural blonde Goodtime aesthetics. In keeping with the rest of the Goodtime line, this banjo also features guitar style tuners, a rock maple neck, nickel plated hardware, and hardwood inlays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayed with an old time style technique, the Americana is reminiscent of banjos from a period when larger rims were more prevalent which makes the 12” a great setup for playing old time music. A traditional 11” banjo with a frosted top head has a far brighter sound and will “cut” more. Since the combination of the wider 12” rim and the renaissance head makes for a wonderfully laid back sound in comparison, the Americana lends itself perfectly for musicians looking to use the banjo to back up a vocalist or another instrument, instead of playing the a lead instrument role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a walk on the wide side with the Goodtime Americana banjo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44432809164893,"sku":"BM840394000190","price":1424.05,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/8179\/7213\/files\/Goodtime-Americana-2025-front.jpg?v=1778365337"},{"product_id":"deering-goodtime-deco-5-string-openback-banjo","title":"Deering Goodtime Deco 5-String Openback Banjo - One Only","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Goodtime Deco is the first of our new Goodtime Deco Series and is based on our most popular model, the Goodtime Openback, which has been a fan favorite since its original release in 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Goodtime Deco is built upon the same 4 pillars of the Goodtime Principle, (Quality, Tone, Value, and Playability) but with the addition of a stunning aesthetic inspired by the vibrant American Art Deco design movement of the 1920s when the banjo reigned as America's most beloved instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpeccably designed, the Goodtime Deco banjos showcases timeless Art Deco inspired hardwood inlays with an engraved Art Deco motif in the peghead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware boasts our beautiful and durable US Bronze powder finish, perfectly accentuating the banjo's overall Art Deco-inspired appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd by popular demand, each Goodtime banjo now includes a distinctive serial number discreetly stamped on the back of the peghead. This unique identifier adds a touch of exclusivity to your instrument, reflecting the attention to detail that goes into every Deering Goodtime Deco banjo.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eToday, the Deering Goodtime banjo is as popular as ever, continuing to be the choice among musicians of all skill levels, thanks to its excellent craftsmanship, superior sound quality, and affordable price point. It is also the most recommended banjo for beginners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral to the success of the Goodtime banjo is the construction which utilizes high-quality materials and components, including a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim, and an exceptionally stable and slender hard rock maple neck, ensuring that it delivers a rich, full sound with excellent clarity and projection. The Goodtime tailpiece is our own design, the tension hoop is rolled in-house from raw metal. We took time to source the best possible tuners to compliment the Goodtime affordability and topped it off with the best banjo strings on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis emphasis on quality also makes the Goodtime banjo incredibly easy to play, thanks to its slim neck profile, low string action, and smooth fretwork. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, you'll appreciate the Goodtime banjo's comfortable feel and excellent playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Goodtime banjos are made by skilled craftsmen in our only facility, located in San Diego, CA. And at only 4 pounds, the weight makes it ideal for both children and adults to play and travel with conveniently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when you eventually step up to an upperline model, we are certain that your trusty Goodtime will remain a go-to banjo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44432809263197,"sku":"BM840394000015","price":1186.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/8179\/7213\/files\/goodtimedeco_0c9c995b-3798-43a1.png?v=1778365338"},{"product_id":"deering-goodtime-2-dropkick-murphys-resonator-4-string-tenor-banjo","title":"Deering Goodtime 2 Dropkick Murphys Resonator 4-string Tenor Banjo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dropkick Murphys Goodtime Two 19-Fret tenor banjo is an all maple banjo with a hard rock maple neck and a violin grade maple rim for an awesome tone. 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The Artisan Two is enhanced with a rich brown stain and white detailing. Featuring Midnight Maple Fingerboard and Vintage Artisan inspired inlays!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a bluegrass resonator back for projection, the Artisan Goodtime Two banjo has a 3-ply violin grade maple rim and produces a bright and clear tone that projects well and is louder than its open back counterpart. The Artisan Two is enhanced with a rich brown stain, white detailing and spikes at 7, 9, and 10. The use of spikes enables you to expand your playing from the key of G to easily play in the keys of A, B, and C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a banjo you can have right there by your easy chair or take out an play in a jam. It holds its own as a bluegrass banjo for anyone looking for a lighter weight option and has the looks to boot! It’s great for hours of practice with an accurate neck that is as comfortable as can be. You’ll appreciate how light it is when you reach over to pick it up and enjoy playing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people who get a Goodtime banjo keep it because they love it even when they step up to their beautiful Deering banjo. The Goodtime banjo still maintains a special place in their life and this is why you don’t see a lot of Goodtime banjos on the used market. It’s a banjo you can take anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stunning new Artisan Goodtime banjos embody Greg Deering’s lifelong vision for the Deering Banjo Company – to make the best sounding, best playing, best looking, and best value U.S.A. made banjo that he possibly could. It is a never ending quest that Deering pursues every single day. So with improved tooling and a higher than normal dose of creativity, we bid farewell to our old friend the Classic Goodtime and welcome with open arms the stunning aesthetic of the new Artisan Goodtime Banjos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44432816013405,"sku":"930200000298","price":2659.05,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/8179\/7213\/files\/bm_07303.jpg?v=1778365372"},{"product_id":"deering-goodtime-g2-5-string-resonator-banjo","title":"Deering Goodtime G2 5-String Resonator Banjo","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in America. A resonator back provides more projection of sound in the Goodtime Two. We make it here in the USA, at the Deering shop with the same tooling we use to make the top of the line banjos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreg Deering designed the Goodtime banjos because there were no low priced banjos of enough quality for people to actually learn on without difficulty or giving up. He remembers what it was like to want a good banjo and not be able to afford one, so his gift to others is the Goodtime banjo line. Designed for success, the Goodtime banjos are the lowest priced American made banjos. They are so good many professionals have recorded with Goodtime banjos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Goodtime Two weighs 6 lbs - about the weight of a guitar. The Goodtime Two has a natural blonde maple with a satin finish to protect it. The rich, golden tone and the reverberation off the resonator sound great. You can definitely tell a volume difference between open back and a Goodtime Two. The sound waves aren't getting trapped between you and the banjo, which makes a pretty big difference. 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