Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor
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The Goodtime 17-Fret is a fantastic entry point into tenor banjo playing. Its straightforward construction and comfortable neck make it easy to pick up, while the birch and maple rim delivers a classic bluegrass tone. Perfect for beginners and intermediate players looking for an affordable, quality instrument.
Product Description
- Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor
- 4-String Tenor Banjo
- Build: Open Back
- Birch and maple rim
- Slim maple neck
- Fretboard: Maple
- 17 Frets
- Adjustable tailpiece
- Colour: Natural matte
PROS
- • Birch/maple rim provides a warm, balanced bluegrass tone.
- • Slim maple neck offers comfortable playability, especially for smaller hands.
- • Adjustable tailpiece allows for precise head tension and tone tweaking.
- • Open-back design delivers classic, airy banjo resonance ideal for tenor style.
CONS
- • Open-back design makes it less suited for stage volume without significant mic'ing.
- • Maple neck can be susceptible to humidity changes, requiring care.
- • Limited versatility compared to resonator banjos for non-bluegrass genres.
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Key Features
Type
4-String Tenor Banjo
Head Size
11 in
Resonator
Open Back
Strings
Steel
Neck Material
Maple
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tenor banjo has a warmer, mellower tone due to the shorter scale and different tuning, unlike the brighter, more percussive 5-string.
Like all maple instruments, it's best to keep it in a stable environment to avoid excessive movement, but the Goodtime's neck is robustly built.
While technically possible, nylon strings will significantly alter the banjo's tone and tension, and aren't recommended for optimal performance.
