Goodtime Deco

About this banjo

Presenting a fresh take on Deering Banjo Company’s top-selling banjo, the Goodtime Deco banjo embraces the essence of the American Art Deco era from the 1920s, highlighting an innovative inlay pattern and peghead etchings. The hardware shines in an exquisite US Bronze powder finish, which is not just hypoallergenic but also resistant to tarnishing. What’s more, it includes a cozy armrest, and, true to its legacy, the Goodtime banjo is proudly crafted in the U.S.A. It retains the signature sound and ease of play that it’s known for, and is light for easy portability.

The Goodtime Deco leads our refreshed Goodtime Deco Collection and is evolved from our best-seller, the Goodtime Openback, adored since its debut in 1996.

The revamped Goodtime Deco stands firm on the foundational 4 tenets of the Goodtime Ethos: Quality, Tone, Value, and Playability. It dazzles with an appearance influenced by the iconic American Art Deco movement during the 1920s, when the banjo was America’s cherished musical gem.

Exquisitely styled, the Goodtime Deco banjo flaunts classic Art Deco-centric hardwood motifs, complemented by an etched Art Deco design on the peghead.

The hardware is enhanced with our signature US Bronze powder finish, amplifying the banjo’s Art Deco appeal.

To cater to popular opinion, each Goodtime banjo now embeds a unique serial number delicately marked on the peghead’s reverse. This individual stamp lends an aura of uniqueness, mirroring the precision in every Deering Goodtime Deco banjo.

Currently, the Deering Goodtime banjo maintains its charm, being a preferred choice for musicians across proficiency levels, attributed to its finesse, unparalleled sound resonance, and cost-effectiveness. It remains a top recommendation for novices!

The essence of the Goodtime banjo’s acclaim lies in its fabrication, using premier materials like the 3-ply violin-caliber maple rim and an ultra-stable hard rock maple neck. This ensures it resonates with a deep, clear sound. The Goodtime tailpiece is our proprietary design, with the tension hoop being molded on-site. We’ve also handpicked superior tuners to align with the Goodtime’s value proposition, rounding it off with premium banjo strings.

The focus on distinction ensures that playing the Goodtime banjo is a breeze, marked by its slender neck, low-string action, and refined frets. Whether novice or adept, its user-friendly design is sure to impress.

Every Goodtime banjo is handcrafted by adept artisans in our sole workshop in San Diego, CA. Weighing in at just 4 pounds, it’s apt for all ages, allowing for easy travel and play.

Even as you graduate to a more advanced model, we’re confident that your reliable Goodtime will always be a favored pick.

Banjo Specifications

WARRANTY:

The trust and pride we share in our product gives us the confidence to grant every owner of a Goodtime banjo a Six Year Warranty ensuring the quality of our materials and workmanship.