Deering Goodtime Six 6-String Banjo
$899.99
The Deering Goodtime Six is a 6-string, steel-string banjo that tunes like a guitar. Handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. Made in the USA.
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At a Glance
- Handedness
- Right-Handed
- Style
- Banjitar
- Strings
- 6
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
- Pickup
- No
- Made In
- USA
- Weight
- Approximately 4.5 lbs
The Deering Goodtime Six is a banjitar.
The Goodtime Six was not designed to replace the guitar, it was designed to complement it. If you already play guitar, you can pick this up and start making music immediately. Same tuning (E, A, D, G, B, E), same chord shapes, but with that unmistakable banjo tone.
The Neck
The fast, sleek guitar-style neck feels immediately familiar, with a comfortable 1 11/16″ nut width and a 15″ radius maple fingerboard with hardwood block inlays. Rock maple construction with a comfortable “D” shape and satin finish. 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets. Dual action truss rod. Six sealed geared tuners.
The Pot
The 11″ 3-ply violin grade maple rim delivers a clear, resonant tone with traditional banjo snap from the frosted top head. Beveled steel tension hoop with 16 flat J-hooks. Goodtime armrest. 5/8″ Goodtime 6-string Smile bridge and Goodtime Six tailpiece. Nickel-plated hardware. Hand rubbed polyurethane finish with carnauba wax.
Setup, shipping and warranty
Every Deering we sell receives a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before shipping.
Shipping is free in the US.
Questions before you buy? Call or text us at 404-218-8580.
Deering Goodtime Six specifications
| Key facts | |
|---|---|
| Model | Goodtime Six 6-String Banjo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Handedness | Right-Handed |
| Scale length | 26-1/4″ |
| Pickup | No |
| Made in | USA |
| Weight | Approximately 4.5 lbs |
| Neck | |
| Fingerboard | Maple with 15″ Radius |
| Inlays | Classic Block Style Hardwood |
| Nut | Lexan Polycarbonate, 1 11/16″ |
| Tuners | 6 Sealed Geared |
| Truss Rod | Dual Action |
| Frets | 22 Pressed-In Nickel Silver |
| Pot and hardware | |
| Wood | Rock Maple |
| Finish | Satin |
| More details | |
| Shape | Comfortable “D” Shape |
Deering Goodtime Six questions
What is a 6-string banjo?
A 6-string banjo is a banjo with six strings tuned like a standard guitar (E, A, D, G, B, E). It lets guitarists play banjo using the chord shapes and fingerings they already know, while producing authentic banjo tone from the traditional banjo pot and head construction.
Can I play a 6-string banjo if I already play guitar?
Yes, that’s exactly what the 6-string banjo is designed for. The Goodtime Six uses standard guitar tuning (E, A, D, G, B, E), so every chord shape and scale pattern you know on guitar transfers directly. The neck also has a familiar 1 11/16″ nut width and 15″ radius fingerboard.
What’s the difference between a 5-string and 6-string banjo?
A 5-string banjo is the traditional bluegrass and old-time instrument with a short drone string and open G tuning. A 6-string banjo (also called a banjitar or guitar banjo) uses standard guitar tuning and plays like a guitar with banjo tone. The 5-string requires learning banjo-specific techniques, the 6-string lets guitarists play immediately.
Is the Deering Goodtime Six made in the USA?
Yes. All Deering Goodtime banjos, including the Goodtime Six, are handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. Deering has been building banjos in the USA since 1975 and is the largest American banjo manufacturer.
Does the Goodtime Six have a resonator?
No. The Goodtime Six is an openback banjo, which produces a warmer, more mellow tone than a resonator banjo. At 4.5 lbs, it’s lightweight and comfortable for long playing sessions.
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