Description
Deering Goodtime G Violin Grade Maple Openback 5-String Banjo is an openback 5-string banjo with a 3-ply violin grade maple rim, a rock maple neck with a comfortable “D” shape and a frosted high crown head. It weighs 4.5 lbs and comes with Deering light nickel plated strings.
Specifications
| SKU | GOODTIME-G |
|---|---|
| Model | Goodtime (G) |
| Size | 5-String Banjo |
| Body style | Openback |
| Top | Frosted High Crown |
| Rim | 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple |
| Finish | Hand Rubbed Polyurethane with Carnuba Wax |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Neck | Rock Maple |
| Neck Shape | Comfortable "D" Shape |
| Bridge | Goodtime Smile |
| Nut | Lexan Polycarbonate |
| Tension Hoop | Beveled Steel |
| Hooks & Nuts | 16 Flat J-Hooks with 0.28” Nuts |
| Armrest | Goodtime US Bronze Powder Finish |
| Hardware Plating | US Bronze Powder Finish |
| Tailpiece | Deering Patented |
| Inlay | Hardwood Art Deco Inspired |
| Tuners | Sealed Geared |
| Strings | Deering Light Nickel Plated (Gauges .010, .011, .013, .021w, .010) |
| Tuning | G-D-G-B-D with wound 4th string |
Measurements
| Overall Length | 37.5” |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 26.25” |
| Nut Width | 1.25” |
| Head | 11” |
| Rim Diameter | 11” |
| Frets | 22 |
| Weight | 4.5 lbs |
Common questions
What is the Deering Goodtime G made of?
The Deering Goodtime G has a 3-ply violin grade maple rim and a rock maple neck with a satin finish.
How is the Deering Goodtime G tuned?
The Deering Goodtime G is tuned G-D-G-B-D with a wound 4th string.
What strings come on the Deering Goodtime G?
The Deering Goodtime G is strung with Deering light nickel plated strings, gauges .010, .011, .013, .021w and .010.
Is the Deering Goodtime G an openback or resonator banjo?
The Deering Goodtime G is an openback 5-string banjo with a frosted high crown head.
What size is the Deering Goodtime G?
The Deering Goodtime G has an 11” rim and head, a 26.25” scale length, a 1.25” nut width, 22 frets and an overall length of 37.5”.
How much does the Deering Goodtime G weigh?
The Deering Goodtime G weighs 4.5 lbs.
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