Deering

USA, est. 1970s · 29 products across 1 categories

Total Products

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 19-Fret Tenor Banjo

Banjos

$756

Nut width 30.2 mm (1.19") Scale 584.2 mm (23") Frets 19 frets Strings 4-string

Tenor Banjo, 4-string open-back tenor banjo, Tuned in fifths like a viola or...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Deering Golden Era 5-String Banjo

Banjos

$6,168

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Strings 5-string Body Maple body

5-String Banjo, Manufactured like the classic banjos of the 1930s., Made with the...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Special Banjo

Banjos

$1,396

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 667 mm (26.26") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deering Goodtime Special Deco Banjo, 5-String Banjo, Improved Goodtime Special Tone Ring for a powerful, bright tone...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime A/E Banjo

Banjos

$1,105

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deering Goodtime Deco A/E Banjo, 5-String Open-Back Banjo with Pickup, "Deco" model with new inlay design, Neck: Maple,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo Lefth.

Banjos

$872

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deering Goodtime Two Deco Banjo Lefth., 5-String Banjo

4.6 AudioFu Score

Deering Deering Goodtime Banjo LH

Banjos

$662

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

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

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Artisan Goodtime OB 5

Banjos

$988

Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Open back, 11" Violin Grade Maple Rim, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Dark...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Two 17 Fret Tenor

Banjos

$860

Frets 17 frets

Tenor Banjo, 17 Frets, "Blonde slender rock" maple neck, Fretborad: Maple, 3-Ply...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Deering Eagle II 5-string Banjo

Banjos

$3,375

Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Mumford and Sons Signature Model, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Ebony...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Deering Boston 6 String A/E Banjo

Banjos

$3,259

Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 6-string

Deering B6 Boston Acoustic/Electric, 6-String Banjo with Pickup, Resonator: Mahogany, Head: 11" Frosted Top Medium...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Two 19 Fret

Banjos

$930

Frets 19 frets

Tenorbanjo, 19 Frets, Slender Maple neck, Rim: 3-Ply Maple, Maple resonator, Black...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor

Banjos

$744

Frets 17 frets Strings 4-string

4-String Tenor Banjo, Build: Open Back, Birch and maple rim, Slim maple neck,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Deering Boston 6 String Banjo

Banjos

$2,677

Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 6-string

6-String Banjo, Resonator: Mahogany, Head: 11" Frosted Top Medium Crown Head (article...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Plectrum Banjo

Banjos

$662

Nut width 30.2 mm (1.19") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 4-string

4-String Open Back Banjo, A pick banjo is traditionally tuned to C, G, B (B flat), D...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Americana

Banjos

$814

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deco, 5-String Openback Banjo, The 12" rim and the Renaissance head make this banjo sound...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo

Banjos

$930

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deering Goodtime Two Deco Banjo, 5-String Banjo

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Banjo

Banjos

$662

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Openback Banjo

4.9 AudioFu Score

Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E

Banjos

$3,725

Nut width 32 mm (1.26") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo with Pickup, Neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Original eagle engraved...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Six-R

Banjos

$1,163

Nut width 42.9 mm (1.69") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Strings 6-string

6-String Banjo

4.4 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11"

Banjos

$902

Nut width 42.9 mm (1.69") Frets 22 frets Strings 6-string

Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11", 6-String Banjo, Standard guitar tuning, Open back, 3-Piece 11" (28 cm) violin-grade maple...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Deering Artisan Goodtime Two

Banjos

$1,338

Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Resonator, 11" Violin grade maple rim, Neck: Maple, Fretboard: Dark...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Deering Vega Old Time Wonder 12"

Banjos

$2,327

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

Deering Vega Old Tyme Wonder Banjo12, 5-String Openback Banjo

4.6 AudioFu Score

Deering Vega Senator 5-String Banjo

Banjos

$2,560

Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Open Back Banjo, Neck: Maple (brown stained), Neck profile: Slim Vega,...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Deering Phoenix A/E 6-string Banjo

Banjos

$3,725

Frets 22 frets Strings 6-string

6-String Banjo, Neck: Maple, Neck colour/finish: Stained Golden Honey, Fretboard:...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Deering Sierra 5-String Banjo Maple

Banjos

$2,908

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Flagship model of the Deering banjos, Body: American maple, Neck:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Deering C-5 Calico

Banjos

$5,238

Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, 3-Ply maple rim, Deering 06-20 bronze tone ring, Neck and resonator made of flamed...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Deering Sierra 5-String

Banjos

$3,259

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Flagship model of Deering banjos, Sierra model, Body: American mahogany, Neck:...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Deering Goodtime Six-R w/ Kavanjo PU

Banjos

$1,571

Nut width 42.9 mm (1.69") Scale 666.8 mm (26.25") Frets 22 frets Fingerboard radius 381 mm (15")

6-String Banjo with Pickup, Neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Pau Ferro, Rim: 11" 3-ply...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Deering Tony Trischka Silver Clipper

Banjos

$6,286

Nut width 31.8 mm (1.25") Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Banjo, Resonator: Quilted maple, high-gloss honey colour, Resonator...

4.5 AudioFu Score

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.

Deering

About Deering

Deering Products

Deering Goodtime 19-Fret Tenor Banjo

Deering Golden Era 5-String Banjo

Deering Goodtime Special Banjo

Deering Goodtime A/E Banjo

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo Lefth.

Deering Deering Goodtime Banjo LH

Deering Artisan Goodtime OB 5

Deering Goodtime Two 17 Fret Tenor

Deering Eagle II 5-string Banjo

Deering Boston 6 String A/E Banjo

Deering Goodtime Two 19 Fret

Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor

Deering Boston 6 String Banjo

Deering Goodtime Plectrum Banjo

Deering Goodtime Americana

Deering Goodtime Two Banjo

Deering Goodtime Banjo

Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E

Deering Goodtime Six-R

Deering Goodtime 6 Banjo 11"

Deering Artisan Goodtime Two

Deering Vega Old Time Wonder 12"

Deering Vega Senator 5-String Banjo

Deering Phoenix A/E 6-string Banjo

Deering Sierra 5-String Banjo Maple

Deering C-5 Calico

Deering Sierra 5-String

Deering Goodtime Six-R w/ Kavanjo PU

Deering Tony Trischka Silver Clipper

Frequently Asked Questions About Deering

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