Deering Goodtime Jr. Openback-Silver Banjo | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Deering Goodtime Jr. is a shorter scale version of the famous Goodtime Openback banjo, making it the perfect beginner banjo for kids or players of smaller stature who are looking to add a splash of fun to their playing. This American-made instrument maintains the iconic blonde maple aesthetic of the Goodtime series while featuring distinctive silver appointments including the tension hoop, tailpiece, and coordinator rod, plus beautiful matching fret marker inlays. At only 4 pounds with a 23" scale length, this banjo is ideal for both children and adults to play and travel with conveniently.
Product Overview
The Goodtime Jr. features a shorter 23" scale length compared to the standard 26 1/4" scale, making it significantly more comfortable for children and players with smaller hands while maintaining the same quality construction and vibrant tone that has made Goodtime banjos so popular. The 3-ply violin grade maple rim produces the same vibrant ringing tone as its full-sized sibling, while the natural finished blonde maple aesthetic creates the distinctive Goodtime appearance.
The rock maple neck features a slender "D" shape that's specifically designed for comfortable playability on the shorter scale, while the 1 1/4" nut width maintains standard proportions for proper finger positioning and technique development. Professional appointments include geared sealed tuners for reliable tuning stability, 19 pressed-in nickel silver frets, and Deering's patented Goodtime tailpiece.
The silver appointments create an elegant, sophisticated appearance that stands out from the colorful options while maintaining the playful spirit of the Jr. series. The hand-rubbed polyurethane with carnauba wax finish provides both protection and enhanced tonal characteristics while showcasing the natural beauty of the maple construction.
Ideal For
- Children learning banjo who need a shorter scale for comfortable reach and playability
- Players of smaller stature seeking a more manageable instrument size without sacrificing quality
- Traveling musicians who want an even lighter, more portable banjo option
- Beginning players who prefer shorter scale length for easier chord formation and fretting
- Anyone seeking the distinctive silver styling with classic Goodtime quality and reliability
Key Features
Shorter Scale Design 23" scale length makes this banjo significantly more comfortable for children and players of smaller stature while maintaining professional sound quality.
Distinctive Silver Styling Silver tension hoop, tailpiece, coordinator rod, and matching fret marker inlays create elegant appearance with sophisticated aesthetic appeal.
Ultra-Lightweight Construction At only 4 pounds and 35" overall length, this is one of the most portable and manageable banjos available for young players.
Classic Goodtime Quality Maintains the same construction standards and vibrant tone as the full-sized Goodtime with 3-ply violin grade maple rim and quality appointments.
Kid-Friendly Proportions Slender "D" shaped neck and shorter scale make proper technique development easier for smaller hands while ensuring comfortable playability.
What's Included
- Deering Goodtime Jr. Openback banjo with silver appointments
- Shorter 23" scale length for enhanced comfort and playability
- 3-ply violin grade maple rim for vibrant tone quality
- Geared sealed tuners with Goodtime geared 5th string tuner
- Silver tension hoop, tailpiece, and coordinator rod with matching inlays
- Hand-rubbed polyurethane with carnauba wax finish
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU | G-JR-S |
| Construction | Openback (no resonator) |
| Rim Diameter | 11" |
| Rim Construction | 3-ply violin grade maple |
| Head | 11" top frosted high crown |
| Neck | Rock maple with slender "D" shape |
| Scale Length | 23" (shorter than standard) |
| Nut Width | 1 1/4" |
| Frets | 19 pressed-in nickel silver |
| Tuners | Geared sealed with Goodtime geared 5th string |
| Hardware | Nickel with silver appointments |
| Tailpiece | Deering patented Goodtime tailpiece |
| Overall Length | 35" |
| Weight | Approximately 4 lbs |
Get Your Hands on This Perfect Jr. Banjo Today
Experience the perfect combination of quality and comfort designed specifically for younger players with the Deering Goodtime Jr. Openback in elegant silver styling at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate how the shorter 23" scale makes this banjo ideal for children and smaller players while maintaining the vibrant tone quality of the full Goodtime series. Visit our store to feel the comfortable proportions and see the distinctive silver appointments that make this banjo both functional and beautiful to learn more about this exceptional American-made junior banjo.
