{"product_id":"deering-goodtime-5-string-banjo-sn-031226-8","title":"Deering Goodtime 5 String Banjo SN:031226-8","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most recommended banjo by banjo teachers is right here! Made in America. Easy to play! Durable and easy to maintain! The Goodtime banjo produces a vibrant ringing tone from its natural finished violin-grade maple rim. At only 4.5 pounds, the weight makes it ideal for both children and adults to play and travel with conveniently.\u2028\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Goodtime banjo was first released in 1996, it revolutionized the banjo world cementing its place as a lightweight, affordable, great-sounding American-made banjo, heralded for its affordability and great value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the Deering Goodtime banjo is as popular as ever, continuing to be the choice among musicians of all skill levels, thanks to its excellent craftsmanship, superior sound quality, and affordable price point. It is also the most recommended banjo for beginners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral to the success of the Goodtime banjo is the construction which utilizes high-quality materials and components, including a three-ply violin-grade maple rim, and an exceptionally stable and slender hard rock maple neck, ensuring that it delivers a rich, full sound with excellent clarity and projection. The Goodtime tailpiece is our own design, the tension hoop is rolled in-house from raw metal. We took time to source the best possible tuners to compliment the Goodtime affordability and topped it off with the best banjo strings on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis emphasis on quality also makes the Goodtime banjo incredibly easy to play, thanks to its slim neck profile, low string action, and smooth fretwork. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, you'll appreciate the Goodtime banjo's comfortable feel and excellent playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Goodtime banjos are made by skilled craftsmen in our only facility, located in San Diego, CA. And at only 4 pounds, the weight makes it ideal for both children and adults to play and travel with conveniently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when you eventually step up to an upperline model, we are certain that your trusty Goodtime will remain a go-to banjo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subheading appear-delay\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1 appear-delay-1\"\u003eNeck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte appear-delay-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRock Maple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eComfortable \"D\" Shape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStain:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNatural Maple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSatin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNut Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLexan Polycarbonate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSealed Geared Tuners\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5th String Tuner:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eGoodtime Geared 5th String Tuner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e22 Pressed In Nickel Silver Frets\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInlays:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHardwood Art Deco Inspired Inlays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1 appear-delay-1\"\u003ePot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte appear-delay-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3-Ply Violin Grade Maple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11\" Top Frosted High Crown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTension Hoop:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeveled Steel Tension Hoop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHooks \u0026amp; Nuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16 Flat J-Hooks with 9\/32″ Nuts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArmrest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUS Bronze Powder Finished Goodtime Armrest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Plating:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eUS Bronze Powder Finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e5\/8\" Goodtime Smile Bridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand Rubbed Polyurethane with Carnuba Wax Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1 appear-delay-1\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte appear-delay-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Width at the Nut:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length Nut to Bridge:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e26 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRim Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Instrument Length:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e37 1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Approx.:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.5 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1 appear-delay-1\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte appear-delay-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trust and pride we share in our product gives us the confidence to grant every owner of a Goodtime banjo an Eight Year Warranty ensuring the quality of our materials and workmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45111754948661,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2495\/4882\/files\/IMG_6825.jpg?v=1775755348","url":"https:\/\/stringsandthingsmusic.com\/products\/deering-goodtime-5-string-banjo-sn-031226-8","provider":"Strings \u0026 Things Music LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}