Deering Artisan 5-String Goodtime Openback Banjo

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Crafted with passion and precision in the U.S.A., the Deering Artisan Goodtime 5-String Openback Banjo is a beautifully designed instrument that offers outstanding twang, tone and comfort at an exceptional value. Whether you're a beginner looking for a reliable first banjo or a seasoned player in need of a lightweight travel companion, the Artisan Goodtime delivers professional-grade features and playability in a portable package.

Built from violin-grade 3-ply maple, the 11-inch rim provides a rich, full-bodied sound with crisp note separation and strong projection. The rock maple neck, carved into a comfortable “D” profile and finished in a deep dark red mahogany stain, is fast, smooth, and accurate, making it ideal for extended practice sessions or live performances. A satin polyurethane finish protects the wood while enhancing the natural feel of the neck and pot.

Traditional Artisan-style inlays, planetary tuners, and nickel-plated hardware elevate the instrument’s aesthetic, while functional upgrades like 5th string spikes at frets 7, 9, and 10 offer versatility for alternate tunings. Deering’s patented Goodtime tailpiece and 5/8" Smile bridge ensure stable intonation and excellent tonal response. Weighing in at just 4.5 lbs, this openback banjo is ideal for travel, jam sessions, or relaxed home playing.

Whether you’re drawn to clawhammer, bluegrass, or folk styles, the Deering Artisan Goodtime Openback Banjo offers a satisfying playing experience and gorgeous old-time looks — available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Neck

• Wood: Rock Maple
• Shape: Comfortable "D" Shape
• Stain: Dark Red Mahogany
• Finish: Hand-Finished Satin Polyurethane
• Nut Width: 1 1/4"
• Nut Material: Lexan Polycarbonate
• Frets: 22 Nickel Silver
• Inlays: Vintage Artisan Style
• Tuners: Planetary Tuners
• 5th String Tuner: Geared Goodtime Tuner
• Spikes: Installed at frets 7, 9, and 10

Pot Assembly

• Rim: 11" Diameter, 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple
• Tone Ring: None (Openback)
• Head: 11" Frosted Top High Crown
• Tension Hoop: Beveled Steel
• Hooks & Nuts: 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9/32″ Nuts
• Armrest: Goodtime Armrest
• Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime Smile Bridge
• Tailpiece: Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece
• Hardware Plating: Nickel

Dimensions

• Overall Length: 38"
• Scale Length (Nut to Bridge): 26 1/4"
• Rim Diameter: 11"
• Weight: Approx. 4.5 lbs

Strings

• Type: Deering Light Gauge
• String Gauges: .010, .011, .013, .021w, .010