Deering Artisan Goodtime Two Banjo with Resonator

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For seasoned players and newcomers alike, the Deering Artisan Goodtime Two banjo gives you the tools to sound great and feel confident — right from your living room to the jam circle. Proudly made in the U.S.A., this resonator-equipped model is built to project, with a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim that delivers a clear, bright tone perfect for bluegrass, folk and beyond. Finished in a rich brown mahogany stain with elegant white detailing, the Artisan Goodtime Two adds visual sophistication to its renowned playability. It features a Midnight Maple fingerboard adorned with vintage-inspired inlays, and includes railroad spikes at the 7th, 9th, and 10th frets for effortless key changes. The slim, comfortable neck and lightweight design make it ideal for extended practice sessions or spontaneous jam sessions. This banjo comes complete with a Deering hardshell case, making it road-ready and well-protected for any adventure.

Available now at Haggerty's Music in Rapid City, SD, where every instrument is thoroughly inspected and setup to play great right out of the box.

Features/Specs

Body

• Rim: 3-ply violin grade maple
• Rim Diameter: 11"
• Head: 11" top frosted high crown
• Flange: 2-piece nickel-plated
• Armrest: Goodtime armrest
• Finish: Satin polyurethane hand-finished

Neck

• Wood: Rock maple
• Shape: Comfortable "D" profile
• Finish: Satin with dark red mahogany stain
• Nut Width: 1 1/4"
• Nut Material: Lexan polycarbonate
• Fingerboard: Midnight maple
• Inlays: Vintage Artisan style
• Frets: 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets
• Tuners: Goodtime planetary tuners
• 5th String Tuner: Geared tuner
• Railroad Spikes: Installed at frets 7, 9, and 10

Hardware

• Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime Smile bridge (maple with ebony top)
• Tailpiece: Deering patented Goodtime tailpiece (tone-neutral metal)
• Hooks & Nuts: 16 flat J-hooks with 9/32" nuts (proprietary stability-enhancing design)
• Plating: Nickel

Miscellaneous

• Resonator: 3-ply poplar/maple with straight sidewalls, dark red mahogany stain
• Resonator Diameter: 13 7/8"
• Scale Length: 26 1/4"
• Overall Length: 38"
• Weight: Approx. 6.5 lbs