Deering Artisan Goodtime 5 String Openback Banjo
- 5 strings, nickel
- Open-back design
- Maple top and back, satin finish
- 3/4 size, right-handed
- 4.5 pounds, 48 x 8 x 18 inches
- Made in the U.S.A.
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A U.S.-made open-back five-string banjo with a maple body and satin finish, for players who want a simple folk-oriented instrument. Head, tone ring and scale length are not described.
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ASIN: B01GMCLY90Category: Banjos
Overview
Pairing a maple body with an open back, the Artisan Goodtime is a five-string banjo built in the U.S.A. by the Deering Banjo Company.
The reason to buy is the maker's stated focus on sound, playability and looks in an American-built banjo with an uncomplicated open back. The limit is that the listing is mostly marketing copy with few hardware details.
Who it's for
A player looking for an uncomplicated open-back five-string with a maple body. A bluegrass player who wants a resonator, or a buyer who needs hardware specifics, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Maple top and back
- Made in the U.S.A.
- Head and tone ring not described
- Scale length not listed
- Size listed as three-quarter
Performance notes
Without a resonator, the open back lets sound leave from the rear of the pot, and the maple body and nickel strings shape the response. The listing gives no head or tone ring information, so projection is not documented.
Specifications
| Brand | Deering |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 3/4 |
| Hand orientation | Right |
| Dimensions | 48 x 8 x 18 inches |
| Weight | 4.5 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Maple Wood |
| Head | Maple |
| Strings | Nickel |
| Back material | Maple |
| Finish | Satin |
| Color | Brown |
| Other details | |
| Instrument | Banjo, openback |
| Strings | 5 |
| Operation | Manual |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Deering Artisan Goodtime suited to a small player?
The size is listed as 3/4, but the listing gives no scale length. Confirm fit with the seller for a smaller player.
Is the Deering Artisan Goodtime banjo left-handed?
No. The hand orientation is listed as right.
Is the Deering Artisan Goodtime a resonator banjo?
No. It is described as an openback banjo.