Deering Goodtime Artisan Americana 5-string Banjo | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The Deering Goodtime Artisan Americana embodies Greg Deering's lifelong vision for the Deering Banjo Company - to create the best sounding, best playing, best looking, and best value USA-made banjo possible. This stunning instrument features a 12" rim that delivers stronger bass response and much warmer tone than traditional banjos, enhanced by a beautiful 12" Renaissance head that complements the banjo both visually and sonically. With rich brown stain, planetary banjo tuners, and Midnight Maple fingerboard, the Artisan Americana creates a wonderfully laid back sound perfect for old time music and backing up vocals or other instruments.

Product Overview

The Artisan Americana features a 12" rim diameter that harks back to a period when larger rims were more prevalent, making this an authentic choice for old time music styles. The larger rim functions like a wider speaker cone, producing stronger bass response and fuller, warmer tone compared to traditional 11" banjos. This enhanced warmth is further complemented by the 12" Renaissance head, which provides warmer tonal color than standard frosted heads while creating beautiful visual appeal.

The rock maple neck features a comfortable "D" shape with rich dark red mahogany stain and satin finish, while the distinctive Midnight Maple fingerboard creates striking visual contrast and smooth playing feel. Professional appointments include Goodtime planetary tuners for superior tuning stability with vintage aesthetics, 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets, and Deering's patented Goodtime tailpiece for optimal performance.

The combination of the 12" rim and Renaissance head creates a wonderfully laid back sound that lends itself perfectly to musicians who want to use the banjo for accompaniment rather than lead roles, making it ideal for backing up vocalists or other instruments in ensemble settings.

Ideal For

• Old time banjo players seeking authentic vintage tone with larger rim construction
• Musicians who need warmer banjo tone for backing vocals or other instruments in ensemble settings
• Clawhammer players who appreciate the fuller bass response and laid back sound character
• Players seeking distinctive Artisan aesthetics with rich brown stain and Midnight Maple fingerboard
• Musicians who want the enhanced warmth and visual appeal of Renaissance head technology

Key Features

12" Rim for Enhanced Warmth Larger rim diameter delivers stronger bass response and much warmer tone, reminiscent of banjos from the era when larger rims were more prevalent.

Renaissance Head Technology 12" Renaissance head provides warmer tonal color and enhanced visual appeal compared to traditional frosted heads, perfectly complementing the larger rim.

Artisan Aesthetics Rich dark red mahogany stain with distinctive Midnight Maple fingerboard creates stunning visual appeal that matches the premium sound quality.

Old Time Authenticity Designed for old time style technique, this banjo captures the authentic sound of historical instruments with modern reliability and craftsmanship.

Professional Appointments Goodtime planetary tuners, comfortable "D" shaped neck, and hand-finished satin polyurethane ensure optimal performance and elegant appearance.

What's Included

• Deering Goodtime Artisan Americana 5-string banjo with 12" rim
• 12" Renaissance head for enhanced warmth and visual appeal
• Rich dark red mahogany stain with Midnight Maple fingerboard
• Goodtime planetary tuners for superior tuning stability
• Goodtime armrest and patented Goodtime tailpiece
• Hand-finished satin polyurethane for protection and tone enhancement

Technical Specifications

Get Your Hands on This Artisan Americana Today

Experience the enhanced warmth and distinctive aesthetics of the Deering Goodtime Artisan Americana with its 12" rim and Renaissance head at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate how the larger rim creates stronger bass response perfect for old time music, while showcasing the beautiful Midnight Maple fingerboard and rich mahogany stain. Visit our store to feel the comfortable ergonomics and hear the wonderfully laid back sound that makes this banjo perfect for accompaniment and old time styles to learn more about this exceptional artisan openback banjo.