Deering

“Played with an old time style technique, the Goodtime Artisan 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 Grand 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.

The stunning new Artisan Goodtime banjos embodies 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.” – From the Deering website

• 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple 12” Rim
• 12” Renaissance Medium Crown Head
• Beveled Steel Tension Hoop
• 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9/32” Nuts
• Goodtime Armrest
• Dark Red Mahogany Stain
• Rock Maple Neck
• Vintage Artisan Style Inlays
• Americana Engraved Peghead
• Comfortable “D” Shape Neck
• Satin Neck Finish
• 5/8” Maple/Ebony Goodtime Bridge
• Goodtime Planetary Tuners
• Lexan Polycarbonate Nut
• 1 1/4” Nut Width
• 26 1/4” Scale Length