All Deering Banjos

The Goodtime Special DEco which features a tone ring and resonator, now has an updated look that is inspired by the American Art Deco design movement of the 1920s with its distinct new inlay design and peghead engraving. The hardware is finished in a beautiful and durable US Bronze powder finish, which is not only hypoallergenic, it won’t tarnish! The Goodtime Special banjos always feature a steel Goodtime tone ring which when matched with its resonator the tone of your banjo will be bright, crisp, and loud which is perfect for bluegrass playing. As with all of Deering banjos, this banjo is made in the U.S.A. by craftspeople who love and understand banjos!

The awesome Greg Deering Limited Edition Banjo ...Curly & burl walnut, super deluxe ornate Deering special custom shop banjo. With Deering -06- 20 hole bronze tone ring. The Deering Greg Deering Limited - GDL is a fantastic sounding banjo! It has a very fast action neck and is extremely responsive to the player. It is also an absolute beauty to look at! 

Used but Mint condition. This banjo has just been refinished by Deering so the outer gloss coating is perfect. 

Based on Deering’s hugely popular Artisan line of banjos, the A6S-R is tuned and played like a guitar, creating endless possibilities. This distinguished instrument captivates with its rich dark brown stain, exuding a timeless vintage vibe.

The crisp Deering Calico finished in Honey stained curly maple with it's distinctive white bound headstock. Has awesome tone & power from the Deering -06- 20 hole bronze tone ring.

2013 in Absolutely Mint condition with no playng or fret wear at all (some small minor dents on the back edges of the headstock).

Used. Spiked at 7th and 9th frets. Supplied in Deering case.

Used 2006 Maple Blosson 5 string banjo. The Deering cast bronze '06 tone ring and flower inlays are key elements of the Maple Blossom banjo. The Maple Blossom is made from Eastern violin grade curly maple, stained with a dark walnut stain, and adorned with flower mother of pearl inlays. The Deering Maple Blossom is an excellent banjo with a powerful clear crisp tone. 

Excellent condition with no fretwear, some wear on the resonator binding due to use from a shoulder strap.

Supplied in original Deering case with modified rope handle

2005 Deering Deluxe 5 String Banjo featuring cast bronze tonering and a refinished resonator. Nickel plating is still in great condition and the whole banjo has been very well looked after.

Also fitted with a New Deering head and bridge.

Supplied with Deering Case

Excellent condition

The excellent Deering Goodtime Special Leader 5-string Open Back banjo with patent pending 20-10 steel tone ring, built in Spring Valley, California, USA. It has a rock maple neck set up for all banjo styles. this powerful banjo is excellent for old time music and all other banjos styles. Please see below for specification details.

Head signed by the Kruger Brothers! This can obviously be replaced.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with gig bag.

For the modern banjoist, the Black Diamond breaks with tradition both in the distinctive appearance and in the unique tonal quality. The black mylar head creates a distinctive sounding modern banjo! The dark red mahogany contrasts against the black trim. It is also one of the loudest banjos, that really barks when you want it to.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

The USA built Goodtime 19 Fret open back tenor banjo with fast action 19 fret rock maple neck. A great sounding USA hand-built 19 fret tenor banjo. 

This banjo is currently tuned Irish GDAE but can be tuned Jazz CGDA or Chicago DGBE, please choose tuning.

used. 'As New' condition. Supplied with Clareen ABS hard case.

What a great banjo! The Deering Sierra is the USA Deering Banjo CO. 'Flagship Model' outselling all other Deering Banjos. Please see below for specification details.

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

The crisp Deering Calico finished in Honey stained curly maple with it's distinctive white bound headstock. Has awesome tone & power from the Deering -06- 20 bronze tone ring.

Used. 2001 model. Excellent condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

The Vega 11 inch rim 'Old Tyme Wonder' open back banjo with 'scooped' neck and inlaid Vega 'Star' in the headstock. Crafted by Deering with a superb blend of today's technology and yesterday's classic tone. This is a light weight banjo that is made especially for musicians who want the mellower banjo sound and a lovely full tone.

It's worth noting that this is now a rare model to come by as Deering no longer manufacture the Old Tyme Wonder with an 11'' pot.

Used. 2019 model. Excellent condition. Supplied with Deering Deluxe Hard Case.

The 19 Fret Goodtime Special tenor banjo with solid violin maple three ply rim and Deering Goodtime 20/10 tone ring.

Used. Good condition. Supplied with TGI Extreme gig bag.

The Goodtime Artisan Americana™ features a 12” rim, which gives the banjo a stronger bass response and a much warmer tone. The fullness and warmth of the larger rim is further enhanced by the addition of a 12” Renaissance head which beautifully complements the banjo both visually and sonically. The Artisan version of the Goodtime Americana features a rich brown stain, planetary banjo tuners, and the Midnight Maple fingerboard. This model features a frailing scoop but isn't pictured with it! Further details below...

This listing is for a Left Handed Model (image show right handed)

The new cherry version of the popular Vega Vintage Star features a quartersawn cherry neck and a 3-ply cherry rim. The cherry wood gives the banjo a distinctively classy reddish hue which will darken over time with a gorgeous patina. The beautiful aesthetics isn't the only thing the cherry wood brings to this banjo. It also gives the banjo a bit warmer tone than the standard maple version, while still maintaining plenty of brilliance.

The Deering Boston 17 fret Short Scale banjo has a 3/16" thick steel rim which rings out loud and clear with a sound similar to a bronze tone ring, this design is unique to Deering and provides you with a top quality banjo at an affordable price.

Used. Very good condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

What a great banjo! The Deering Sierra is the USA Deering Banjo CO. 'Flagship Model' outselling all other Deering Banjos. Please see below for specification details.

Spiked at 7, 9, 10th fret.

Used. Mint condition. Supplied with Deering hard case.

The Deering Goodtime Leader Maple Prince has a higher specification than the standard Goodtime banjo. It is fitted with a set of back facing Planetary Geared Deering banjo tuning pegs and inlaid black side dot neck position markers. It is an excellent open back banjo with a USA rock maple neck and is set up for playing all styles, it is lightweight and easy to handle and carry for travelling if needed. The sound from this banjo is incredible! The three ply solid violin maple rim is the same quality as found on pre-war Mastertone banjos.

Used. Excellent condition. No case.

The Deering Goodtime 2 is built in California, USA. It is a rock maple banjo with a price tag that is incredible for a genuine USA built quality instrument! The heart of this banjo is the Three Ply Solid Violin Maple rim that provides you with stability and a great American banjo sound. 

Used. Excellent condition. Supplied with a lovely wooden armrest, fitted spikes at frets 7, 9 & 10 and hard case.