The Deering Artisan Goodtime Openback 5-String Banjo (AG) is a meticulously crafted instrument designed for musicians seeking a blend of traditional aesthetics and modern performance. Made in the USA, this banjo features a rich brown stained 11" 3-ply violin-grade maple rim, a maple neck stained to match, and a Midnight Maple fingerboard adorned with vintage-inspired pearloid inlays 

🎯 Key Features & Highlights

• Neck: Rock Maple with a comfortable "D" shape, satin finish, and 22 nickel-silver frets.

• Nut Width: 1 1/4" Lexan polycarbonate nut.

• Rim: 11" 3-ply violin-grade maple rim stained rich brown.

• Head: 11" frosted top high crown head.

• Tension Hoop: Beveled steel tension hoop.

• Hooks & Nuts: 16 flat J-hooks with 9/32" nuts.

• Flange: Two-piece Goodtime series flange.

• Armrest: Nickel-plated Goodtime armrest.

• Hardware Plating: Nickel-plated hardware.

• Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime smile bridge.

• Tailpiece: Deering patented Goodtime tailpiece.

• Weight: Approximately 4.5 lbs.

• Overall Length: 37 1/2".

• Scale Length: 26 1/4".

• Tuning: G, D, G, B, D (standard G tuning).

• Strings: Comes with light gauge strings.

Designed and built in the USA, the Artisan Goodtime Openback offers a bright, clear tone with excellent note separation, making it ideal for folk, old-time, and acoustic performances