The Deering GDL – the Greg Deering Limited – Walnut 5-string banjo sits near the top of the line for production models. It is a spectacular illustration of the state of the Banjo art. For materials, the resonator features a Burl Walnut veneer, a Maple rim and Walnut neck with bound Ebony fingerboard.
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This Deering Sierra Tenor Banjo, in the 19-fret, 23 inch scale Mahogany version – though the pot is still Maple – dates to 2013 and recently serviced, is in good clean condition. This model is a fully fledged, professional grade banjo and this example also has a Schatten pickup installed, and has a comfortable Levy’s lambs wool strap.
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MORE →The Deering Vega No.2 Open Back Banjo is based on what was unquestionably one of the most unique banjos in the history of this young and growing instrument. Touted by some as the ultimate banjo tone, it is prized for its full, round and yet sparkling tone and for its depth, responsiveness and power.
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MORE →THis Deering Golden Era 5-String banjo may look like it’s wrapped up for today’s snowstorm, but it’s just a fleecy strap around the pot.
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MORE →Here’s a Deering Sierra Mahogany 5-string banjo in satin finish, a few years old and in very nice clean condition. The Sierra is one of Deering’s most popular banjos for good reason – it’s an excellent instrument. The Deering Sierra Mahogany is also available in Maple. Both versions carry a host of high-end features that are very meaningful in terms of tone and playability , but have less decoration than higher-priced models.
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MORE →The Deering Clawgrass No.2 Banjo model was created when Mark Johnson approached Deering with one vision in mind – to offer the same solid foundation, quality, tone and playability of his original, but at a more affordable price point.