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Deering

USA, est. 1970s · 27 products across 1 categories

27
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$1,887
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$626
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About Deering

Deering is a leading name in premium bluegrass instruments, renowned for their meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to recreating the golden era of banjo building while embracing modern innovations. Founded on a passion for preserving traditional banjo designs, the company has become synonymous with high-quality materials and exceptional playability. Deering instruments are highly sought after by both professional musicians and serious enthusiasts.

Founded
1970s
Country
USA
Segment
Premium
Target
Deering instruments are best suited for serious bluegrass musicians, collectors,
Known For
The Goodtime series (accessibility & playability) Replication of vintage Gibson banjos Innovative A/E (Air Resonance) designs Maple banjo construction High-quality hardware and fittings
PROS
  • • Exceptional build quality and attention to detail
  • • Resonant tone and responsive playability
  • • Wide range of models for diverse playing styles
  • • Strong resale value due to reputation
  • • Commitment to traditional craftsmanship
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for beginners
  • • Some models can be heavier than competitors'
  • • Aesthetic design leans heavily towards traditional styles
  • • Can be less versatile for non-bluegrass genres
  • • Hardware, while quality, can be complex for novice repair

Deering Products

Deering Goodtime Special Banjo - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Special Banjo

Banjos

$1,154
Deering Goodtime Special Deco Banjo, 5-String Banjo, Improved Goodtime Special Tone Ring for a powerful, bright tone...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime A/E Banjo - Banjos

Deering Goodtime A/E Banjo

Banjos

$934
Deering Goodtime Deco A/E Banjo, 5-String Open-Back Banjo with Pickup, "Deco" model with new inlay design, Neck: Maple,...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Two Banjo Lefth. - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo Lefth.

Banjos

$824
Deering Goodtime Two Deco Banjo Lefth., 5-String Banjo
4.8 Expert Rating
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Deering Deering Goodtime Banjo LH - Banjos

Deering Deering Goodtime Banjo LH

Banjos

$626
Deering Goodtime 5-Str OB LH, 5-String banjo, Lefthand / lefthanded model, Design: Open-back, 3-Ply, 11", blonde,...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Artisan Goodtime OB 5 - Banjos

Deering Artisan Goodtime OB 5

Banjos

$934
5-String Banjo, Open back, 11" Violin Grade Maple Rim, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Dark...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Two 17 Fret Tenor - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Two 17 Fret Tenor

Banjos

$824
Tenor Banjo, 17 Frets, "Blonde slender rock" maple neck, Fretborad: Maple, 3-Ply...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Deering Eagle II 5-string Banjo - Banjos

Deering Eagle II 5-string Banjo

Banjos

$2,749
5-String Banjo, Mumford and Sons Signature Model, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Ebony...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Deering Boston 6 String A/E Banjo - Banjos

Deering Boston 6 String A/E Banjo

Banjos

$3,079
Deering B6 Boston Acoustic/Electric, 6-String Banjo with Pickup, Resonator: Mahogany, Head: 11" Frosted Top Medium...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Two 19 Fret - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Two 19 Fret

Banjos

$879
Tenorbanjo, 19 Frets, Slender Maple neck, Rim: 3-Ply Maple, Maple resonator, Black...
4.4 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor - Banjos

Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor

Banjos

$714
4-String Tenor Banjo, Build: Open Back, Birch and maple rim, Slim maple neck,...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Deering Boston 6 String Banjo - Banjos

Deering Boston 6 String Banjo

Banjos

$2,639
6-String Banjo, Resonator: Mahogany, Head: 11" Frosted Top Medium Crown Head (article...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Plectrum Banjo - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Plectrum Banjo

Banjos

$626
4-String Openback Banjo, A Plectrum Banjo is traditionally tuned C, G, B, D and used...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Americana - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Americana

Banjos

$747
Deco, 5-String Openback Banjo, The 12" rim and the Renaissance head make this banjo sound...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Two Banjo - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo

Banjos

$846
Deering Goodtime Two Deco Banjo, 5-String Banjo
4.9 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Banjo - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Banjo

Banjos

$626
Deering Goodtime Deco Banjo, 5-String Openback Banjo
4.4 Expert Rating
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Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E - Banjos

Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E

Banjos

$3,189
5-String Banjo with Pickup, Neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Original eagle engraved...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Six-R - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Six-R

Banjos

$1,099
6-String Banjo
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11" - Banjos

Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11"

Banjos

$853
Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11", 6-String Banjo, Standard guitar tuning, Open back, 3-Piece 11" (28 cm) violin-grade maple...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Artisan Goodtime Two - Banjos

Deering Artisan Goodtime Two

Banjos

$1,264
5-String Banjo, Resonator, 11" Violin grade maple rim, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Dark...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Deering Vega Old Time Wonder 12" - Banjos

Deering Vega Old Time Wonder 12"

Banjos

$2,199
Deering Vega Old Tyme Wonder Banjo12, 5-String Openback Banjo
4.7 Expert Rating
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Deering Vega Senator 5-String Banjo - Banjos

Deering Vega Senator 5-String Banjo

Banjos

$2,419
5-String Open Back Banjo, Neck: Maple (brown stained), Neck profile: Slim Vega,...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Deering Phoenix A/E 6-string Banjo - Banjos

Deering Phoenix A/E 6-string Banjo

Banjos

$3,519
6-String Banjo, Neck: Maple, Neck colour/finish: Stained Golden Honey, Fretboard:...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Deering Sierra 5-String Banjo Maple - Banjos

Deering Sierra 5-String Banjo Maple

Banjos

$2,748
5-String Banjo, Flagship model of the Deering banjos, Body: American maple, Neck:...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Deering C-5 Calico - Banjos

Deering C-5 Calico

Banjos

$4,949
5-String Banjo, 3-Ply maple rim, Deering 06-20 bronze tone ring, Neck and resonator made of flamed...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Deering Sierra 5-String - Banjos

Deering Sierra 5-String

Banjos

$3,079
5-String Banjo, Flagship model of Deering banjos, Sierra model, Body: American mahogany, Neck:...
4.4 Expert Rating
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Deering Goodtime Six-R w/ Kavanjo PU - Banjos

Deering Goodtime Six-R w/ Kavanjo PU

Banjos

$1,484
6-String Banjo with Pickup, Neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Pau Ferro, Rim: 11" 3-ply...
5 Expert Rating
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Deering Tony Trischka Silver Clipper - Banjos

Deering Tony Trischka Silver Clipper

Banjos

$5,939
5-String Banjo, Resonator: Quilted maple, high-gloss honey colour, Resonator...
4.7 Expert Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deering

Deering instruments are primarily manufactured in Sandwich, Massachusetts, with a focus on hand-craftsmanship and quality control.

While Deering banjos are known for their responsiveness, the setup and tension can be more demanding than some beginner-focused brands; the Goodtime series offers a more accessible entry point.

’A/E’ refers to a banjo’s ability to be tuned to both open G (standard bluegrass tuning) and open C tuning, expanding its tonal possibilities.

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