Deering Artisan Goodtime Special 5-String Banjo

Deering Artisan Goodtime Special 5-String Banjo — Steel Tone Ring, Made in USA The Deering Artisan Goodtime Special is a 5-string resonator banjo with the patented Goodtime Special steel tone ring, vintage styling, and a 3-ply violin grade maple rim — handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. At $1,599, this is the banjo Greg Deering always wanted to build: the best sounding, best playing, best looking instrument he could put in the Goodtime price range. Available now at Banjo Warehouse, an authorized Deering dealer in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Every Deering we sell receives a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before shipping. Your banjo arrives ready to play. Spikes come installed so you can play in multiple keys right out of the box. Call Geoff directly at (404) 218-8580 with any questions. Watch: Artisan Goodtime Special Demo Why the Artisan Goodtime Special? The real story is the tone ring. The patented Goodtime Special steel tone ring sits on top of the 3-ply violin grade maple rim, producing a sweet voice with sustain that complements every instrument in a band. It is clearly louder than the Goodtime Two and projects with authority in a jam setting. The dark red mahogany stain gives the Artisan Goodtime Special the warm, rich appearance of a vintage instrument. The midnight maple fingerboard is inlaid with vintage artisan-style pearloid inlays that pop against the dark wood. The Deering fiddle-shaped peghead features the Goodtime Special banner engraving with ornate scrollwork, and planetary tuners with white pearloid buttons complete the vintage look. The Pot The 3-ply violin grade maple rim pairs with the patented Goodtime Special steel tone ring — the feature that separates this banjo from the standard Goodtime line. Beveled steel tension hoop with 16 flat J-hooks. Frosted high crown head. Goodtime armrest, 5/8″ Goodtime Smile bridge, and Deering’s patented Goodtime tailpiece. All hardware is nickel plated. In short: the Artisan Goodtime Special delivers tone ring projection and vintage looks at $1,599 — louder than a Goodtime Two, American-made, with spikes installed and professional setup by our banjo tech Tara. The Neck Rock maple neck with a comfortable “D” shape and dark red mahogany stain under a satin finish. Midnight maple fingerboard with vintage artisan-style pearloid inlays. 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets. Lexan polycarbonate nut at 1 1/4″ width. Goodtime planetary tuners with white pearloid buttons and a Goodtime geared 5th string tuner. The Resonator The nickel-plated hardware, frosted head, and dark red mahogany resonator give this banjo a classic presence on stage or in the living room. 3-ply poplar/poplar/maple construction with straight sidewalls and satin finish. 13 7/8″ diameter. At 8 lbs, it has the heft and substance of a serious instrument. What’s Included Spikes installed. 8-year limited warranty. Professional setup by our banjo tech Tara. Free shipping anywhere in the United States. 7-day money-back guarantee. Financing available: PayPal Pay in 4 on our website. Need more options? Reverb offers Affirm, eBay offers Klarna. In stock and ready to ship. $1,599. Call Geoff directly at (404) 218-8580 with any questions. Specifications Neck Wood Rock Maple (Dark Red Mahogany Stain) Shape Comfortable “D” Shape Finish Satin Fingerboard Midnight Maple Inlays Vintage Artisan Style Pearloid Nut Lexan Polycarbonate, 1 1/4″ Tuners Goodtime Planetary with White Pearloid Buttons 5th String Tuner Goodtime Geared Frets 22 Pressed-In Nickel Silver Spikes Installed Pot Rim 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple, 11″ Tone Ring Patented Goodtime Special Steel Head 11″ Top Frosted High Crown Tension Hoop Beveled Steel Hooks 16 Flat J-Hooks, 9/32″ Hex Nuts Armrest Goodtime Armrest Hardware Plating Nickel Bridge 5/8″ Goodtime Smile Bridge Tailpiece Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece Body Finish Hand Finished Satin Polyurethane Resonator Wood 3-Ply Poplar/Poplar/Maple Finish Satin, Dark Red Mahogany Stain Sidewalls Straight Diameter 13 7/8″ Dimensions & Details Scale Length 26 1/4″ Overall Length 38″ Weight Approximately 8 lbs Strings Deering Light Gauge (10, 11, 13, 21w, 10) Tuning Open G (g, D, G, B, D) Warranty 8-Year Limited Country of Origin USA (Spring Valley, California) Why Buy from Banjo Warehouse? Banjo Warehouse is an authorized Deering dealer located in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Owner Geoff Hohwald has over 50 years in the banjo business and is the author of The Banjo Primer. Every banjo ships with a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara and free shipping anywhere in the United States. Want to know when new banjos arrive? Join our email list → Frequently Asked Questions What is the Deering Artisan Goodtime Special? The Deering Artisan Goodtime Special is a 5-string resonator banjo with a steel tone ring, handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. It features a dark red mahogany stain, vintage artisan-style pearloid inlays, and the patented Goodtime Special steel tone ring that delivers more volume and projection than the standard Goodtime line. What’s the difference between the Goodtime Special and Goodtime Two? The key difference is the tone ring. The Goodtime Special has the patented Goodtime Special steel tone ring, which produces a sweeter voice with more sustain and clearly louder projection than the Goodtime Two. The Goodtime Two does not have a tone ring. If you’re playing in jams or band settings, the Goodtime Special will cut through better. Is the Artisan Goodtime Special good for bluegrass? Yes. The Artisan Goodtime Special is designed for players who want resonator banjo projection at an entry-level price. The steel tone ring provides the volume and sustain needed to be heard in a bluegrass jam, and the resonator adds the brightness and punch that bluegrass players expect. At 8 lbs, it has the heft of a serious instrument. Is the Deering Goodtime Special made in the USA? Yes. All Deering Goodtime banjos, including the Artisan Goodtime Special, are handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. Deering has been building banjos in the USA since 1975. Does the Artisan Goodtime Special come with spikes? Yes. The Artisan Goodtime Special comes with 5th string capo spikes already installed, allowing you to play in multiple keys right out of the box. Contact Banjo Warehouse For detailed descriptions or to chat about banjos, call Geoff Hohwald at (404) 218-8580. Email us anytime at [email protected]. Follow Banjo Warehouse: Facebook – Join our community Reverb – Shop our listings eBay – Find rare instruments YouTube – Watch demos and lessons Want to visit? Call Geoff to schedule an appointment at our Yellow Springs, OH location.