Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 5-String Banjo with Resonator #8977

The Deering Artisan Goodtime Two 5-String Banjo with Resonator blends classic American banjo tone with lightweight comfort and refined visual style. Designed for players who want the bright projection of a resonator banjo without the weight of traditional bluegrass instruments, this model delivers clear, focused sound that cuts through in jam sessions, on stage, or in the studio. For musicians searching for a reliable 5-string banjo that offers authentic tone and easy playability, the Artisan Goodtime Two stands out as a professional-grade workhorse.

Built with a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim and an 11" top-frosted head, this banjo produces crisp attack, strong note separation, and the articulate snap that defines classic bluegrass banjo sound. The maple construction keeps the tone lively and responsive, while the resonator enhances volume and projection, making it ideal for ensemble playing. At just 6.5 pounds, the Deering Artisan Goodtime Two offers impressive power without fatigue, giving players a lightweight resonator banjo that still delivers punch, clarity, and balanced tone across the fingerboard.

The rock maple neck features a comfortable “D” profile with vintage-inspired Artisan inlays and a smooth satin finish for effortless playability. Deering planetary tuners and a geared fifth-string tuner ensure stable tuning, while the patented Goodtime tailpiece and maple smile bridge maintain consistent tone and sustain. Finished in a rich dark red mahogany stain, this banjo carries timeless visual appeal alongside modern reliability. For players seeking a versatile, American-made Deering banjo that excels in bluegrass, folk, and acoustic music, the Artisan Goodtime Two 5-String Banjo with Resonator offers exceptional tone, comfort, and long-term dependability.

SPECS
-Neck-
Neck Wood: Rock Maple
Neck Shape: Comfortable "D" Shape
Stain: Dark Red Mahogany
Finish: Satin
Nut Width: 1 1/4"
Nut Material: Lexan Polycarbonate
Tuners: Goodtime Planetary Tuners
5th String Tuner: Goodtime Geared 5th String Tuner
Frets: 22 Pressed In Nickel Silver Frets
Inlays: Vintage Artisan Style Inlays

-Pot-
Rim: 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple
Rim Diameter: 11"
Tone Ring:
Head: 11" Top Frosted High Crown
Tension Hoop: Beveled Steel Tension Hoop
Hooks & Nuts: 16 Flat J-Hooks with 9/32″ Nuts
Flange: 2 Piece Flange
Armrest: Goodtime Armrest
Hardware Plating: Nickel
Bridge: 5/8" Goodtime Smile Bridge
Tailpiece: Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece
Finish: Hand Finished Satin Polyurethane

-Resonator-
Resonator Wood: 3-Ply Poplar/Poplar/Maple
Resonator Finish: Satin
Resonator Sidewalls: Straight
Resonator Diameter: 13 7/8"
Resonator Stain: Dark Red Mahogany

-Dimensions-
Neck Width at the Nut: 1 1/4"
Scale Length Nut to Bridge: 26 1/4"
Rim Diameter: 11"
Overall Instrument Length: 38"
Weight Approx.: 6.5 lbs

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