Made in Tulsa, Oklahoma, these banjos are handcrafted with high attention to detail. Just like the blonde series, the Artisan Goodtime 2 and Artisan Goodtime Special are the best-selling resonator models of this series.
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The Artisan series features a dark stain and some subtle upgrades like planetary tuners. You might be wondering about the difference between the Goodtime by Deering and the Artisan Goodtime by Deering banjo lines. If you want something with a little more punch, the Goodtime Special features a patented Steel Goodtime Special Tone Ring. It sounds fantastic and it’s not too heavy or expensive. In fact, they use the same rim.Įasily the Deering Goodtime 2 is the best seller here. Think of it as no frills, but every bit as reliable. You’ll get the same exceptional craftsmanship and quality materials without the higher price point. The same company making beautiful high-end banjos also has a line that’s better suited for beginner players. Bluegrass Banjos Made by Goodtime by Deering Other models you’ll want to at least take a look at are the Deering Calico, Deering Rustic Wreath, Deering Golden Era, and one of our all time favorites, the Deeering Tenbrooks Saratoga Star which comes in a couple different options. Moving down slightly in price, the Deering Eagle 2 is probably the next most popular resonator model. Order this in Mahogany or Maple for the same price. The simple styling allows them to keep the cost down.
It has all of the components you would want in a high-end banjo, including the Deering -06- Bell Bronze Tone Ring. The Deering Sierra has been Deering’s most popular 5-String Resonator model for over 30 years. There are many to choose from so we will list a few best sellers below to get you started.
We can’t say enough good things about the banjos they build. In fact, we were their first Master Dealer and were recently named their No. has had a long history with Deering going back to 2003 when we got started. New to banjos? You might also enjoy reading a post we wrote titled, " How much should you spend on my first banjo?" Bluegrass Banjos Made by Deeringĭeering Banjo Company in California has been making exceptional instruments since the 1970s. American brands that we carry include, Deering, Goodtime by Deering, Bishline, & Nechville. We believe their level of craftmanship exceeds most foreign-made instruments. Popular 5-String Resonator “Bluegrass” Banjo BrandsĪs you know by know, we focus on American-made banjos. When picked bluegrass style with finger-picks, the sound is very bright.
A banjo with a resonator will be louder and have a “twangier” sound than an openback. We wrote a longer blog post on the differences between openback and resonator banjos, but the main difference is sound. Why would I want a resonator on my banjo? The Gabriella is the very top of the Deering line. Altoona FL., Astatula FL., Astor FL., Clermont FL., Eustis FL., Ferndale FL., Four Corners CDP FL., Fruitland Park FL., Groveland FL., Howie In The Hills FL., Lady Lake FL., Lake Kathryn FL., Lake Mack-Forest Hills CDP FL., Leesburg FL., Lisbon FL., Mascotte FL., Minneola FL., Montverde FL., Mount Dora FL., Mount Plymouth FL., Okahumpka FL., Paisley FL., Pine Lakes FL., Pittman FL., Silver Lake FL., Sorrento FL., Tavares FL., The Villages FL., Umatilla FL., Yalaha FL., Bushnell FL., Center Hill FL., Coleman FL., Lake Panasoffkee FL., Oxford FL., Sumterville FL., Wildwood FL., Doctor Phillips FL., Belle Isle FL., Bithlo FL., Gotha FL., Zellwood FL., Windermere FL., Four Corners FL.The Deering Gabriella is the ultimate combination of luxurious beauty and incredible sound - the sparkle of the mother of pearl fingerboard is breath-taking like opening a box of jewels when you open the case and the tone of the Gabriella is outstanding. Minneola FL., Groveland FL, Winter Garden FL., Mascotte FL., Stuckey FL., Oakland FL., Ocoee FL., Orlando FL., Tavares FL., Eustis FL., Mount Dora FL., Leesburg FL., Davenport FL., Kissimmee FL., Apopka FL., Wekiva Springs FL., Doctor Phillips FL., Pine Hills FL., Lockhart FL., Oak Ridge FL., Forest City FL., Longwood FL., Center Hill FL., Wildwood FL., Mount Verde FL., Webster FL.