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#1 in BanjosBest Overall
Deering Goodtime 5-String Banjo
Deering
$550.00 – $650.00
American-made open-back banjo with a 3-ply maple rim, Slender Rock maple neck, and Remo Frosted Top head. The 22-fret fingerboard and comfortable slim neck profile make it the gold standard for beginning banjo players.
9.4
Excellent
Consensus
Don't buy this if…
- This is an open-back banjo designed for old-time and clawhammer — bluegrass players should choose the resonator model.
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