Deering Boston 6 String Banjo
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The Deering Boston 6-string is a beautifully crafted instrument offering a comfortable guitar-like feel with the distinctive banjo voice. It's ideal for players transitioning from guitar who want that iconic bluegrass sound or those seeking a unique tonal palette. The build quality is superb, promising years of reliable performance.
Product Description
- Deering Boston 6 String Banjo
- 6-String Banjo
- Resonator: Mahogany
- Head: 11" Frosted Top Medium Crown Head (article no. #440395#)
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Seed and Vine maple and pearloid fretboard inlays
- 22 Frets
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Nickel-plated 3/16" steel rim
- Flange: Butterfly 24 pieces
- Bevelled tension hoop
- Scale: 666.8 mm (26.25")
- White binding
- 5/8" (16 mm) Maple / Ebony Deering Smile Bridge
- Deering 6-string tailpiece
- Guitar style machine heads
- Factory strings: Deering 6-String .010
- .013
- .017
- .026w
- .036w
- .046w (article no. #409733#)
- Colour: Natural matte
- Case included
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Mahogany resonator delivers a warm, focused bluegrass tone.
- • Ebony fretboard offers exceptional playability and note clarity.
- • Deering Smile Bridge enhances sustain and responsiveness.
- • High-quality hardware and meticulous build contribute to longevity.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
- • 6-string configuration limits versatility compared to traditional 5-string banjos.
- • Natural matte finish may require more careful maintenance to prevent scratches.
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Key Features
Type
6-String Banjo
Head Size
11 in
Resonator
Mahogany
Strings
Deering .010-.046w 6-String Set
Neck Material
Mahogany
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's fuller and warmer, less 'plinky' than a 5-string; the 6th string adds a bass element, but it still retains a recognizable banjo character.
Absolutely. Ebony is denser and provides a smoother, faster playing experience with improved note definition and sustain.
It includes a hardshell case designed specifically for the Boston 6-string, offering robust protection during transport and storage.
