Overview:
The Golden Era banjo is an accurate reproduction of the classic banjos of the 1930's made with the same
materials and the same weight, design and features of the originals. It is comparable with competitive banjos
costing considerably more and far more accurate to the original models than other current production banjos.
For the classic sound, appearance and feel of the prized banjos from the 1930's, at a fraction of an originals'
cost, the Golden Era is the premier choice.

Tone:
The twenty hole, bronze tone ring that is fitted to the three ply rock maple rim is
an exact replica of the most sought after pot configuration of the famous1930s banjos. The cast one
piece resonator flange is the exact zinc alloy with the same mass and design of the original. These are
the most important tone ingredients to achieve the classic sound.

The deep curly maple resonator has internally tapered sidewalls. The depth is to the exact specifications
of the originals and gives that rich, hollow character that is so desirable by today's bluegrass musicians.
The tapered inside walls of the resonator guide the sound out of the banjos' pot. This makes the banjo
more responsive, clearer and helps highlight the bell like harmonics that banjoists need and want.

Playability:

The Golden Era neck duplicates the feel of the originals in neck width, depth and the taper from nut to heel.

The two way adjustable truss rod is smooth, accurate and easy to use and ensures superb playability without
buzzing which allows players of all styles to adjust the banjos action to their own, unique requirements.
The glued in frets ensure perfect fretting accuracy, long term stability and ease of re-fretting.

The natural ebony fingerboard is polished to a smooth, slick surface that is fast and easy for all left
hand fingering techniques.

Aesthetic / Artistry:
The neck, resonator and three ply rim are all finished with Deering's renown cremona stained
sunburst and super polished to a high gloss finish. The lush, rich yet transparent staining process
highlights the beautiful curly maple in the neck and resonator. (The word cremona refers to the
famous violin makers of Cremona, Italy whose priceless instruments were stained with this technique)

The classic "hearts and flowers" mother of pearl inlays on the bound ebony
fingerboard are the most requested and most popular inlay scheme created by the makers in the '30s.

Warranty:
The carefully selected materials, combined with Deerings world renown craftsmanship and
building techniques, make it easy to protect the Deering banjo buyer with a lifetime warranty
against defects in materials and workmanship.

QUIZ

Deering banjos are without doubt the best value genuine American built banjos. Here's more information on the company ...

Deering banjos are built in Spring Valley, California, USA. Deering are 'state of the art' genuine American built banjos. The family owned company have for more than thirty years, dedicated themselves to producing standard and custom models. within The Deering banjo range are the world class best selling 'Goodtime' banjos.  Goodtime banjos offer the highest quality and best sound banjos at very modest prices. The Deering professional models including the superb 'Tenbrooks' banjos are played by master players including as Bela Fleck and Tony Trischka. Vega banjos are also part of the Deering range, with models to suit every style of playing ...check out the superb Tubaphone models. Deering still build four string tenor banjos and four string plectrum banjos, which cannot be said for any other high profile USA banjo company. Quality and service are paramount at Deering.