Deering is a family-owned and operated banjo manufacturer based in Spring Valley, California. The company offers a wide variety of high-quality banjos for professional musicians, beginners, and collectors alike.
- Founded in 1975 by Greg and Janet Deering in Lemon Grove, California
- Moved to Spring Valley, California in 1989
- Introduced Goodtime line of banjos in 1996
- Partnered with the Gibson Guitar Corporation in 2002 for exclusive worldwide distribution of Deering banjos
- Expanded product line and continued to innovate with several patents on banjo designs
A well-known guitar manufacturer that also produces banjos, including their popular Mastertone line.
A subsidiary of Gibson specializing in affordable instruments, including banjos.
A manufacturer of high-quality banjos and other stringed instruments based in Florida.
An affordable line of banjos designed for beginners and students.
A range of high-quality banjos for professional musicians and collectors.
A premium line of banjos made from rare tonewoods and designed for the most discriminating players.
All Deering banjos are made in the USA at their factory in Spring Valley, California.
The Goodtime banjo features a three-ply violin-grade maple rim, a steel tension hoop, and a satin finish.
Yes, Deering offers a wide range of customization options, including inlays, finishes, and tonewoods.
A resonator banjo has a back cover that projects the sound forward, while an open-back banjo has an open back that creates a mellower sound.
While some banjos are more suited to certain styles of music than others, most banjos can be played in a variety of styles. It's more important to choose a banjo that feels comfortable and inspires you to play.