Left-Handed Deering Goodtime Two 5-String Resonator Banjo
$849.00
The left-handed build of the Deering Goodtime Two: the Goodtime’s 3-ply violin grade maple rim with a 3-ply resonator for bluegrass volume and projection, at about 6 lbs. Built left-handed by Deering, not a reversed right-handed banjo. Made in Spring Valley, California. In stock in Yellow Springs and set up by our banjo tech Tara, with free insured shipping. No case included.
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At a Glance
- Handedness
- Left-Handed
- Style
- Resonator Banjo
- Strings
- 5
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
- Pickup
- No
- Made In
- USA
- Weight
- Approximately 6 lbs
A True Left-Handed Banjo, Made in the USA
The left-handed Deering Goodtime Two is a 5-string resonator banjo built left-handed from the ground up, with a 3-ply violin grade maple rim and resonator for bluegrass volume and projection, handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. This is not a right-handed banjo strung backwards. Deering builds the neck, the nut and the 5th string for a left-handed player, and it costs the same as the standard model. At only 6 lbs, it is the entry-level left-handed resonator banjo that plays correctly, sounds great in a jam, and is built to last. Available now at Banjo Warehouse, an authorized Deering dealer in Yellow Springs, Ohio.
Every Deering we sell receives a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before shipping, so your banjo arrives ready to play. Free insured shipping anywhere in the US, and 7 days to decide.
Right-handed? The standard Goodtime Two is the same banjo at the same price, and we stock that too.
Call or text us at 404-218-8580 with any questions.
Why the Goodtime Two?
Three years after the Goodtime revolutionized the banjo world, customers started asking for one with a resonator. They wanted the same fantastic playability, but with enough volume and projection to compete in a jam. In 1999, Deering delivered the Goodtime Two.
The heart of the Goodtime Two is the same 3-ply violin grade maple rim that makes the Goodtime Openback sing. Pair it with the 3-ply resonator, and the sound bounces forward instead of being absorbed by your body. The result is a rich, golden tone with a significant bump in volume, which is exactly what you need for bluegrass picking in a group setting.
The Pot
The 3-ply violin grade maple rim sits inside a two-piece Goodtime series flange with US Bronze powder finish. Beveled steel tension hoop with 16 flat J-hooks. Frosted high crown head. Goodtime armrest, 5/8″ Goodtime Smile bridge, and Deering’s patented Goodtime tailpiece.
In short: the Goodtime Two delivers American-made resonator banjo projection at a beginner price, lightweight at 6 lbs, built by the same crew that makes Deering’s professional instruments.
The Neck
Slender rock maple neck with a comfortable “D” shape and satin finish. Maple fingerboard with Art Deco inspired hardwood inlays. 22 pressed-in nickel silver frets. Lexan polycarbonate nut at 1 1/4″ width. Sealed geared tuners and a Goodtime geared 5th string tuner.
The Resonator
3-ply poplar/poplar/maple construction with satin finish and black binding. Straight sidewalls. 13 7/8″ diameter. The US Bronze powder finished flange surrounds the rim with sound holes that project the resonator’s output forward. At 6 lbs, about the weight of a guitar, it is comfortable for long playing sessions and easy to travel with.
What’s Included
The banjo, Deering’s 8-year limited warranty, and a professional setup by our banjo tech Tara before it ships.
No case or gig bag comes with a Goodtime. Deering sells these banjos without one, so if you want your Goodtime Two protected, add a hardshell resonator banjo case to your order (the case fits either hand) and we will ship it in the case rather than the box.
Shipping, Returns and Financing
Free insured shipping anywhere in the United States. You have 7 days from delivery to decide. If it is not right for you, send it back; return shipping is the buyer’s responsibility, and refunds are the purchase price less $125 to cover our original shipping cost. Full details are on our store policies page.
Financing available: PayPal Pay in 4 at checkout, and Afterpay on instruments under $4,000.
In stock and ready to ship. Call or text us at 404-218-8580 with any questions.
Specifications
| Neck | |
|---|---|
| Wood | Rock Maple |
| Shape | Comfortable “D” Shape |
| Finish | Satin |
| Fingerboard | Maple |
| Inlays | Art Deco Inspired Hardwood |
| Nut | Lexan Polycarbonate, 1 1/4″ |
| Tuners | Sealed Geared |
| 5th String Tuner | Goodtime Geared |
| Frets | 22 Pressed-In Nickel Silver |
| Pot | |
|---|---|
| Rim | 3-Ply Violin Grade Maple, 11″ |
| Head | 11″ Top Frosted High Crown |
| Tension Hoop | Beveled Steel |
| Hooks | 16 Flat J-Hooks, 9/32″ Hex Nuts |
| Flange | Two-Piece Goodtime Series |
| Armrest | Goodtime Armrest |
| Hardware Finish | US Bronze Powder |
| Bridge | 5/8″ Goodtime Smile Bridge |
| Tailpiece | Deering Patented Goodtime Tailpiece |
| Body Finish | Satin |
| Resonator | |
|---|---|
| Wood | 3-Ply Poplar/Poplar/Maple |
| Finish | Satin |
| Binding | Black |
| Sidewalls | Straight |
| Diameter | 13 7/8″ |
| Dimensions and Details | |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 26 1/4″ |
| Overall Length | 38″ |
| Weight | Approximately 6 lbs |
| Strings | Deering Light Gauge (10, 11, 13, 21w, 10) |
| Tuning | Open G (g, D, G, B, D) |
| Warranty | 8-Year Limited |
| Country of Origin | USA (Spring Valley, California) |
Why Buy from Banjo Warehouse?
Banjo Warehouse is an authorized Deering dealer located in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Owner Geoff Hohwald has over 50 years in the banjo business and is the author of The Banjo Primer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Deering Goodtime Two?
The Deering Goodtime Two is a 5-string resonator banjo with a 3-ply violin grade maple rim and resonator. Introduced in 1999, it is Deering’s entry-level resonator banjo, designed for bluegrass players who need projection in a jam setting. Handcrafted in Spring Valley, California.
What’s the difference between the Goodtime and Goodtime Two?
The Goodtime is an openback banjo, while the Goodtime Two has a resonator. The resonator bounces sound forward instead of letting it be absorbed by your body, giving the Goodtime Two significantly more volume and projection, which is what you need for bluegrass picking with other instruments.
Is the Goodtime Two good for bluegrass?
Yes. The Goodtime Two was designed specifically for bluegrass players who need enough volume to be heard in a jam. The resonator adds projection and brightness, and the 3-ply violin grade maple rim produces the tone bluegrass players expect. It is one of the most affordable American-made resonator banjos available.
Does the Goodtime Two come with a case?
No. Deering ships Goodtime banjos without a case or gig bag. We stock hardshell cases that fit it, so just add one to your order and we will ship the banjo in its case.
Is this a real left-handed banjo or a reversed right-handed one?
It is a real one. Deering builds the neck, nut and 5th string peg for a left-handed player rather than flipping a right-handed instrument, and it is priced the same as the standard model. Every spec below is identical to the right-handed Goodtime Two.
Is the Deering Goodtime Two made in the USA?
Yes. All Deering Goodtime banjos, including the Goodtime Two, are handcrafted in Spring Valley, California by the same crew that builds Deering’s professional instruments. Deering has been building banjos in the USA since 1975.
How heavy is the Goodtime Two?
The Goodtime Two weighs approximately 6 lbs, about the same as a guitar. It is comfortable for long playing sessions and easy to travel with, making it a good choice for players who want resonator projection without excessive weight.
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