Deering Goodtime The 'Maple Prince' Leader
The Deering Goodtime Leader Maple Prince has a higher specification than the standard Goodtime banjo. It is fitted with a set of back facing Planetary Geared Deering Classic banjo tuning pegs and inlaid black side dot neck position markers. It is an excellent open back banjo with a USA rock maple neck and is set up for playing all styles, it is lightweight and easy to handle and carry for travelling if needed. The sound from this banjo is incredible! The three ply solid violin maple rim is the same quality as found on pre-war Mastertone banjos.
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Description
Each banjo we supply is individually set up in our on-site Banjo Specialist Workshop here at Eagle Music. Any Banjo purchased from Eagle will be fully SET UP, checked for intonation and playability and tuned ready for playing straight out of the box!
Deering Goodtime Maple Prince Specification:
All Deering Goodtime ‘Leader’ Banjos are unique and exclusive to Eagle Music UK, they are upgraded Goodtime banjos that are built by the same Craftsmen, and with the same care and tooling that is used for building the top of the line USA Deering, Vega and Tenbrooks Banjos. Teachers and professionals around the world recommend the Goodtime banjo!
Tone:
Easy to play with clarity of note separation and round full bodied tone.
Warranty:
Deering 6 year warranty. The trust and pride that Deering share in their products gives them the confidence to grant every owner of a Goodtime banjo a six year warranty ensuring the quality of materials and workmanship.
Specification
Brand Specifics
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Range / Series
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Goodtime
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Product Line
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Blonde Goodtime
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Eagles Own Exclusive Brands
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Leader
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Exclusivity
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Exclusive to Eagle Music
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Banjo Type
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5 String Banjo
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Number of Strings
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5 String
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Pot
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Pot Type
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Open back
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Pot Diameter
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11"
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Pot Construction
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3 ply violin grade maple rim
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Banjo Head Type
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White Frosted Top
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Crown Height
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High Crown (1/2")
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Number of Hooks
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16
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Bridge
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Goodtime maple/ebony smile bridge
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Bridge Height
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5/8"
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Tailpiece
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Deering Goodtime Patented Tailpiece
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Neck
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Neck Material
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Blonde slender rock maple neck
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Fretboard
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Maple
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Number of Frets
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22
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Neck Inlays
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Goodtime Bow Tie Inlays
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Scale Length
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26 1/4"
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Headstock
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Headstock Material
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Maple
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Nut Material
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Synthetic
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Nut Width
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1 1/4"
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Tuning Pegs
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Rear facing planetary tuners
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Tuner Buttons
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Pearloid
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Finish
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Finish
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Satin
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Tuning
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Open G (gDGBD)
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Other
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Overall Length
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37 1/2"
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Country of Manufacture
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Right or Left Handed
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Right Handed
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Supplied with Case/Gig Bag
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None
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Manufacturers Warranty
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Weight
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4.5 lb
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