Deering Goodtime "BlackGrass" 5-String Banjo w/Resonator & Spikes Installed #4252

The Deering Goodtime BlackGrass takes the beloved American-made Goodtime platform and gives it a bold, all-black aesthetic paired with punchy bluegrass projection. Built with a slender rock maple neck finished in satin black, this banjo offers fast playability and comfort, complete with vintage artisan-style inlays and 22 nickel silver frets. A set of Goodtime planetary tuners and a geared 5th string tuner ensure rock-solid tuning stability for both practice and stage use. At its core, the BlackGrass features a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim, topped with an 11" frosted high-crown head and supported by Deering’s patented tailpiece and a 5/8" Smile bridge. Its two-piece flange, beveled steel tension hoop, and matte black powder-coated hardware give it both durability and a striking appearance. Weighing just 6 lbs, it’s lightweight enough for long sessions while still delivering the volume and cut needed for bluegrass. The resonator, crafted from poplar with a maple outer ply, is finished in matching satin black, giving this banjo its signature look. Measuring 13 7/8" across, the resonator projects a crisp, driving tone that will hold its own in a jam or on stage. With a 26 1/4" scale length and a nut width of 1 1/4", the BlackGrass is versatile, player-friendly, and unmistakably Deering. Hailing from the USA, it’s a banjo built for both performance and style.