The Deering Goodtime 2 is the perfect entry into the world of bluegrass banjo, proudly made in the USA with the same precision tooling used for Deering’s high-end models. Designed by Greg Deering to provide an affordable, high-quality instrument for beginners and seasoned players alike, the Goodtime 2 offers unmatched playability, tone, and durability at its price point. Lightweight and resonant, it’s built to inspire confidence and success from your very first notes.
Weighing in at just 6 lbs, the Goodtime 2 features a resonator back that significantly boosts projection and tonal clarity, making it ideal for bluegrass picking and jamming. The blonde maple body with satin finish delivers a warm, golden tone and looks as good as it sounds. Whether you’re practicing at home or playing with others, this banjo offers comfort, volume, and a truly American-made heritage.
Key Features:
Made in the USA with Deering’s renowned craftsmanship
Blonde maple body with satin finish for warm tone and durability
Resonator back enhances projection and volume
Lightweight design (approx. 6 lbs) for comfort and portability
Ideal for beginners, hobbyists, and travel – great tone at a great value
Neck Wood: Rock Maple
Neck Shape: Comfortable "D" Shape
Stain: None
Finish: Satin
Nut Width: 1 1/4"
Nut Material: Lexan Polycarbonate
Tuners: Sealed Geared Tuners
5th String Tuner: Goodtime Geared 5th String Tuner
Frets: 22 Pressed In Nickel Silver Frets
Inlays: Hardwood Art Deco Inspired Inlays
Rim: 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple
Rim Diameter: 11"
Tone Ring:
Head: 11" Top Frosted High Crown
Tension Hoop: Beveled Steel Tension Hoop
Hooks & Nuts: 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9/32″ Nuts
Flange: Two Piece Goodtime Series Flange
Armrest: Goodtime Armrest
Hardware Plating: US Bronze Powder Finish
Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime Smile Bridge
Tailpiece: Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece
Finish: Satin
Resonator Wood: 3-Ply Poplar/Poplar/Maple
Resonator Finish: Satin
Resonator Sidewalls: Straight
Resonator Diameter: 13 7/8"
Resonator Stain: None
Neck Width at the Nut: 1 1/4"
Scale Length Nut to Bridge: 26 1/4"
Rim Diameter: 11"
Overall Instrument Length: 38"
Weight Approx.: 6 lbs
For all orders exceeding a value of 100USD shipping is offered for free.
Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
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