Description
Contrary to popular belief the banjo was not born and created in America. In fact, it was not introduced to America until the 17th century when African slaves were forced here. The Banjo was actually created somewhere in Africa by using animal skin tacked to a hollowed half of a gourd with 3 or 4 strings made from horse hair or gut on a planed stick and it was called a Banjar. The instrument became popular among American people. Since then major modifications were made giving us today’s versions the 5-string, plectrum, and the tenor.
If you are a banjo player who prefers the 5-string version you need the Deering Goodtime Openback Banjo. It is an American made beauty with an incredibly vibrant sound. It is a lightweight Banjo that is great for traveling and light enough so kids can easily play it. This Banjo comes highly recommended by teachers and processionals all over the world. They are practically jumping off of our shelves so get your today!
Specs:
Neck:
- Blonde Slender Rock Maple Neck
- 22 Pressed In Nickel Silver Frets
- Hardwood Bow Tie Inlays
- Sealed Geared Tuners
- Geared 5th String Tuner
- Durable Satin Finish
- Deering Fiddle Shaped Peghead
Pot:
- Blonde 3-ply Violin Grade Maple Rim
- Steel Tension Hoop
- 11″ Frosted Top High Crown Head
- 5/8″ Maple/Ebony Goodtime Bridge
- 16 Flat Hooks with 9/32″ Nuts
- 16 Bracket Shoes with Screw Attachments
- Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece
- Steel Coordinator Rod for Adjustments
- Durable Satin Finish
- Openback
- Triangle Goodtime Box for Carrying
Tone:
- Easy to play with clarity of note separation and round full bodied tone.
Tuned:
- g,D,G,B,D in standard G tuning
- Can easily be tuned in other tunings as well.
Dimensions:
- Neck Width at the Nut 1 1/4″
- Scale Length Nut to Bridge 26 1/4″
- Rim Diameter 11″
- Overall Instrument Length 37 1/2″
- Weight Approx.4.5 lbs