Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E
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This Eagle II is a serious instrument for the dedicated bluegrass player. The combination of the Deering tone ring, ebony fingerboard, and Kavanjo pickup delivers a professional sound and feel that's hard to beat. If you're looking for a top-tier banjo that’ll cut through a band and hold its own on stage, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Deering Eagle II 5-String A/E
- 5-String Banjo with Pickup
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Original eagle engraved fingerboard inlays
- Tonering: Deering patent pending twenty-ten tone ring
- Rim: 11" three-ply violin grade maple rim
- Flange: Eagle 2-piece
- Tension Hoop: Deering brass notched
- Resonator: Maple stained red mahogany (13 7/8" diameter)
- Head: 11" Frosted Top medium crown head
- Scale: 666.8 mm (26.25")
- Nut width: 32 mm (1.25")
- 22 Nickel silver frets
- Binding: White
- Pickup: Kavanjo banjo
- Bridge: 5/8" Deering smile maple/ebony
- Tailpiece: Deering true tone
- Deering Planetary & Deering Geared 5th string tuners
- Nickel hardware
- Factory strings: Deering 5-string light gauge banjo strings
- Incl. case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Deering's twenty-ten ring delivers exceptional clarity and volume.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides fast action and a smooth playing experience.
- • Kavanjo pickup offers a warm, natural amplified tone, surprisingly balanced.
- • Solid maple rim and resonator create a responsive, powerful bluegrass voice.
CONS
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many aspiring players.
- • The weight, typical of high-end banjos, can be fatiguing for extended playing.
- • While versatile, it’s primarily geared toward bluegrass; other genres might feel limited.
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Key Features
Type
5-String A/E Banjo
Head Size
11 in
Resonator
Red Mahogany
Strings
Deering 5-string light gauge
Neck Material
Maple
Weight
Approximately 14 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Kavanjo is known for its natural, less processed tone compared to many ceramic pickups, capturing more of the banjo's acoustic character.
The neck has a comfortable, slightly rounded profile; it’s not overly chunky, but provides a secure grip even for players with larger hands.
A/E tuning provides a brighter, more resonant tone and allows for a wider range of melodic possibilities, often preferred for its clarity and responsiveness.
