The Deering Goodtime Americana Banjo is a standout choice for musicians seeking a warm, resonant tone in an affordable, American-made instrument. Featuring a larger 12-inch Grand Rim and a Renaissance head, this open-back banjo delivers enhanced bass response and a rich, mellow sound ideal for old-time and folk styles . Its lightweight design, rock maple neck, and sealed geared tuners ensure comfortable playability and reliable tuning, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned players. For those interested in exploring this model further, Willis Music offers a selection of Deering banjos and knowledgeable staff to assist with your musical needs.

Features

• Neck Wood: Rock Maple
• Neck Shape: Comfortable “D” Shape
• Finish: Satin
• Nut Width: 1 1/4″
• Nut Material: Lexan Polycarbonate
• Tuners: Sealed Geared Tuners
• 5th String Tuner: Goodtime Geared 5th String Tuner
• Frets: 22 Pressed in Nickel Silver Frets
• Inlays: Hardwood Bowtie Inlays
• Rim: 3-ply Violin Grade Maple
• Rim Diameter: 12″
• Head: 12″ Renaissance Medium Crown
• Tension Hoop: Beveled Steel Tension Hoop
• Hooks and Nuts: 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9/32″ Nuts
• Armrest: Goodtime Armrest
• Hardware Plating: Nickel
• Bridge: 5/8″ Goodtime Smile Bridge
• Tailpiece: Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece
• Finish: Hand Rubbed Polyurethane with Carnuba Wax Finish
• Neck Width at the Nut: 1 1/4″
• Scale Length (Nut at Bridge): 26 1/4″
• Rim Diameter: 12″
• Overal Instrument Length: 37 1/2″
• Weight Approx.: 4.5 ibs
• Strings: Deering Light Gauge Strings (10, 11, 13, 21w, 10)

Willis Music Company has been serving the local community since 1899 and the online community since 2010. With our rich history, we have always had a focus on music education. From our internationally known educational piano catalog to one of the top retail music chains in America the focus on education has always remained. As a family-run company, all of us at Willis are tremendously proud of the legacy that began with Charles H. Willis so many years ago and continues through the Cranley Family today and we are committed to continuing with the same dedication for years to come. Our mission is to be the epitome of forte in your musical life. We strive to focus on people, offer the highest value in quality products and services, reach potential through empowerment, tradition of integrity, and enrich lives by encouraging music participation. Thank you for your trust in Willis Music Company and we will always strive to be your trusted music company.