Deering Goodtime Zombie Killer III 5-String Banjo, Limited Edition
$1,399.00
The Deering Goodtime Zombie Killer III, a limited edition resonator banjo: apocalyptic rust hardware, a blood splatter finish on the resonator and heel, a matte black head, zombie fingerboard inlays and a blood drip Goodtime logo. About 6 lbs. Made in Spring Valley, California. In stock, $1,399 with free shipping.
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At a Glance
- Handedness
- Right-Handed
- Style
- Resonator Banjo
- Strings
- 5
- Scale Length
- 26-1/4"
- Pickup
- No
- Made In
- USA
- Weight
- Approximately 6 lbs
Deering Goodtime Zombie Killer III 5-String Banjo, Limited Edition, Made in USA
The Deering Goodtime Zombie Killer III is a limited edition 5-string resonator banjo with apocalyptic rust hardware, a blood splatter finish and zombie inlays, handcrafted in Spring Valley, California. Deering notes that each one is unique: no two blood splatter patterns are alike. In stock 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. Your banjo arrives ready to play. Free shipping anywhere in the US. 7-day money-back guarantee.
Call or text us at 404-218-8580 with any questions.
Why the Zombie Killer III?
Underneath the costume it is a Goodtime: a 3-ply violin grade maple rim, a comfortable rock maple neck and Deering’s light, easy playing build, at about 6 lbs. Deering made it for clawhammer and bluegrass players alike.
On top of that, Deering gave it rust finished hardware, a matte black head, enhanced zombie inlays on the fingerboard and a blood drip Goodtime logo on the peghead. It is a limited edition, available for a short time.
The Pot
3-ply violin grade maple rim, 11 inches across, with an 11 inch matte black high crown head. Rust coated beveled steel tension hoop with 16 flat J-hooks and 9/32 inch nuts. Rust finished flange, armrest and hardware, a 5/8 inch Goodtime Smile bridge and Deering’s patented Goodtime tailpiece. Satin finish.
In short: the Zombie Killer III is a Goodtime resonator banjo in full horror dress, about 6 lbs, in a limited run.
The Neck
Rock maple neck with a D shape, blood splatter stain and a satin finish. Zombie themed fingerboard inlays. 22 pressed in nickel silver frets. Lexan polycarbonate nut at 1 1/4 inch width. Sealed geared tuners and a geared 5th string tuner. 26 1/4 inch scale length.
The Resonator
3-ply poplar, poplar and maple resonator in a blood splatter stain with a satin finish and straight sidewalls, 13 7/8 inches across. Overall length 38 inches, about 6 lbs.
What’s Included
Deering eight year warranty. Deering light gauge strings (10, 11, 13, 21w, 10), tuned G D G B D. Professional setup by our banjo tech Tara. Free shipping in the US. 7-day money-back guarantee.
Financing available: PayPal Pay in 4 on our website.
In stock and ready to ship. $1,399.
Call or text us at 404-218-8580 with any questions.
Is the Zombie Killer III a limited edition?
Yes. Deering made it as a limited edition, available for a short time.
Is it good for clawhammer or bluegrass?
Both. Deering built it for clawhammer and bluegrass playing.
Is the Zombie Killer III made in the USA?
Yes. Deering builds every Goodtime in Spring Valley, California.
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