Product Detail
The new Artisan Goodtime banjo is a masterpiece that brings Greg Deering’s dream to life. He’s always aimed to create the best banjos in the USA, combining great sound, playability, looks, and value. With better tools and loads of creativity, we're saying goodbye to the Classic Goodtime and welcoming the amazing new Artisan Goodtime Banjos. This lightweight maple banjo features a rich dark - brown stain, planetary tuning pegs, and 5th string spikes at frets 7, 9, 10 for different tunings. The violin - grade maple rim, used in professional Deering models, gives it a rich, full, and round sound. It's easy to take on the go or keep at home. Its neck is comfortable to play and accurate to fret, offering hours of musical fun. Specifications: Neck: Slender rock maple neck in rich brown, vintage artisan inlays, Goodtime logo on peghead, Deering peghead shape, planetary tuners, geared 5th string tuner, durable satin finish, spikes at 7th, 9th, & 10th frets. Pot: 3 - ply violin grade maple rim in rich brown, 11' frosted top head, steel tension hoop, steel coordinator rod for adjustments, 16 bracket shoes, 16 flat hooks and 9/32' hex nuts, patented adjustable Goodtime tailpiece, nickel - plated armrest and hardware, durable satin finish, openback. Tone: Clear and bright maple sound, easy to play with distinct notes. Tuned: G,D,G,B,D in standard G tuning, can be tuned to other tunings. Comes with light gauge strings: 10, 11, 13, 21W, 10. Dimensions: Neck width at nut 1 1/4', scale length nut to bridge 26 1/4', diameter 11', overall instrument length 37.5', weight approx. 6.5 lbs. Warranty: A 6 - year warranty assures you of the quality of materials and workmanship. PLU: AG
Using Your Deering AG Artisan Goodtime Openback 5 - String Banjo: First, tune your banjo. You can use the planetary tuners and the geared 5th string tuner. Start with the standard G tuning (G,D,G,B,D), but you can easily switch to other tunings thanks to the 5th string spikes at frets 7, 9, 10. When you play, hold the neck comfortably. The slender rock maple neck is designed for easy play and accurate fretting. For a better experience, practice regularly in a comfortable place, whether it's at home by your chair or on the go. Note: Avoid exposing your banjo to extreme temperatures and humidity as it can damage the wood and the strings. When you're done playing, keep it in a safe place. Maintenance: Clean the banjo regularly with a soft cloth. Wipe the strings to keep them in good condition. Check the tension of the strings and the hardware periodically. If you notice any loose parts, use the steel coordinator rod and the hex nuts to make adjustments. With proper care, your banjo will last a long time and keep sounding great.
