Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 5-String Banjo

The Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 5-String Banjo combines classic bluegrass tone with modern craftsmanship and striking aesthetics. Built in the USA, it features a resonator back for powerful projection, a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim, and a Midnight Maple fingerboard adorned with vintage-inspired inlays, resulting in a bright, punchy tone that cuts through in jam sessions or on stage while offering more volume than its open-back counterpart.

Finished in a rich brown stain with white detailing and fitted with spikes at the 7th, 9th, and 10th frets, the Artisan Goodtime Two makes it easy to switch between keys like G, A, B, and C. Its comfortable neck and responsive playability suit extended practice sessions or live performance, ideal for bluegrass players wanting a lightweight, American-made resonator banjo with genuine tonal punch.

Features

• Resonator-backed design increases projection and volume compared with an open-back configuration.
• 3-ply violin-grade maple rim delivers a bright, articulate tone suited to bluegrass playing.
• Midnight Maple fingerboard with Artisan-inspired inlays adds distinctive visual detail.
• Spikes installed at frets 7, 9, and 10 allow quick, convenient key changes on stage.
• Lightweight, comfortable design made in the USA with Deering's proven build quality.

Specs

• Neck wood: Rock maple
• Neck shape: Comfortable "D" shape
• Stain: Dark red mahogany with white detailing
• Finish: Hand-finished satin polyurethane
• Nut width: 1 1/4"
• Nut material: Lexan polycarbonate
• Tuners: Planetary tuners
• 5th string tuner: Goodtime geared 5th string tuner
• Frets: 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets
• Inlays: Vintage Artisan-style inlays
• Rim: 3-ply violin-grade maple, 11" diameter
• Head: 11" frosted top, high crown
• Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime Smile bridge
• Tailpiece: Deering patented Goodtime tailpiece
• Scale length: 26 1/4" (nut to bridge)
• Made in: USA