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Subject: DEERING D-6 AND OPTIONS
Date: Wed, 4 Sep 2002 23:43:39 -0700

MICKEY: I SPOKE WITH BRYAN EARLIER TODAY REGARDING THE PURCHASE OF A DEERING D-6 SIX STRING BANJO, AND HE SUGGESTED I CONTACT YOU PRIOR TO ORDERING TO GET YOUR OPINION ON THE OPTIONS I WISH TO ADD TO THE INSTRUMENT. GIVEN YOUR EXPERIENCE, THAT SOUNDED LIKE A FINE IDEA.  FIRST,  WOULD YOU RECOMMEND HAVING THE CHROME OPTION ADDED TO THE HARDWARE, OR IS THE NICKLE PLATE SUFFICIENTLY RESISTANT TO TARNISH IF THE BANJO IS BASICALLY HOME PLAYED AND CASED?   SECOND, WHAT IS YOUR OPINION OF THE HARTFORD WOOD TONE RING AND A FIBERSKYN HEAD BEING ADDED TO THE D-6 TO GIVE A LESS METALLIC, MORE WOODY, MELLOW TONE? FINALLY, WHEN IS NATIONAL RESOPHONIC JOINING THE FOTW LINE-UP? THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND ATTENTION, AND FOR FOTW. REGARDS, CHAD WETZEL

Greetings Chad,

I would add the chrome option if I lived in a high humidity area...for the most part, nickel plating serves well...I have a D-6 of which seems to be holding very well with the standard nickel plating. Even in a humid area, if you're not playing it outdoors, you should never encounter a problem for the life of the instrument...

I love the Hartford Tone Ring...I believe it wouldn't serve too well on a 6-string...since you already have the thicker gauge strings on a 6 string, the banjo will already have a fatter, mellower sound with the standard tone ring. By substituting the Hartford tone ring, you will be emphasizing the fat mellow sound already achieved by thicker gauge strings. I haven't heard a 6-string to date with the Hartfored tone ring...so, some of this would be conjecture. I love the standard Hardford model for certain styles of music...when a woody mellow tone would be contributory to the piece.

We hope to go on board with National in the future...we've received their dealership app...our hold-up is that we're overstocked on so many other brands...and, we've outgrown ourselves in many ways...

Thanks for staying in touch with us on this...Mickey

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Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 20:30:39 EDT

In your opinion which is abetter banjo, the maple blosoom or the deluxe?
Thank You!
Ron

Greetings Ron,

It would depend on what style of music you hope to achieve...
1. Bluegrass: The Deering Maple Blossom would be the banjo of choice since maple woods are the standard in a bluegrass setting. Maple offers more projection and volume than mahogany woods...the Deluxe is a mahogany banjo.

2. Versatility: both would work well...and, I believe the Deluxe would have the edge due to the warmth of sound achieved by mahogany woods.

3. Mellowness: the Deluxe would have a mellower sound which can be contributory when playing by yourself...

4. Clarity and Sharpness: the Maple Blossom would be the banjo of choice...

Hope this helps...Mickey

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Subject: Deering Little Wonder and MM Goldtone dilemmas
Date: Mon, 03 Jun 2002 22:02:00 +0000


Greetings Mark,

Glad to assist if I can:


FOTW

I was wondering if the Little Wonder Vega model from Deering came in a Long Neck

Yes, you can have Deering add just about any cusomization of your preference. However, it does have to go through their custom shop which can be quite expensive. Since dealer cost is high on banjos sent through the custom shop, you might do well contacting Deering direct: 800-845-7791

. Also, is it a full size banjo? I was a bit thrown off by the name and wanted to make sure.

Yes, it would be considered a full-size banjo as opposed to a travel-size banjo. Usually, a travel-size would have to be tuned to a high "C" tuning because of the shorter scale. The Little Wonder will tune to the standard "G" tuning very well.


Also, could I get your input regarding the advantage/disadvantages of this model compared beside a MM 150 model Gold Tone? What would be your preference for:

1. playability

Both the Gold Tone and the Little Wonder would play well...I suspect the Little Wonder may have the edge. Even so, it's not truly a drastic difference in playability. Most of this would be determined by the action adjustments performed either by the manufacturer or the dealer.

2. solo old tyme playing with vocal accompaniment...

Again, both would work well depending on the set-up...

Be aware, the Little Wonder is back-ordered approximately 6 months...the MM-150 is usually readily available. There's a slight possibility we can acquire a Little Wonder much sooner...you'll have to call our Customer Service Depart to get a running status on these...

Hope this helps...FOTW


Any assistance would be a great help.

Thank you!!

Cheers,

Mark

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Date: Sun, 26 May 2002 11:28:19 -0600
Subject: Sound of the Wood

Hi Mickey

Greetings Michael,

I'd be glad to assist you further in getting into your first banjo.

As you know, I won't paint a picture that doesn't exist...I truly want you to get into the most optimal banjo possible at the best value...

The good news is that although I have never played one, for the past few years I've considered getting a banjo. I know you play a variety of
instruments so can understand that itch to keep learning new ones.

This is true...I'm divided everyday. Which to play? I've also found that each instrument contributes to the other...for instance, the rolls I've learned on banjo transfer to dobro directly. Therefore, when I'm practicing one, I feel that I'm progressing on others...it's also fun to learn an arrangement on one instrument and see how it transfers to another.

I'm thinking that banjo and dobro go well together, technique-wise, especially
since the style of dobro I like is bluegrass with lots of banjo roll type
stuff.

Wow! That's exactly what I was just writing about! It's a true pleasure to see that you've already arrived at this conclusion.

Most folks would say "Get a cheap one, something like a Deering Goodtimes",
but you know what? I really find I learn better on pro-level instruments.
Every single time I buy something cheap I become very quickly disenchanted
(the one day I was without a Beard I played my Johnson Squareneck, and even
though I've put on a bone nut, maple bridge, and Quarterman cone it's still
pretty miserable compared to the exquisite Beard!).

Find the tool and you'll find the inspiration...we sometimes impede ourselves by compromising...however, the best value really is the one tool that instills in us the desire to practice.

Looking over your selection of banjos, the used Deering Maple Blossom you
have there seems to me to be a decent buy. Your description of it says
"near mint" condition... what's the "near" part signify? Normal playing
wear, minor small scratches? If you truly feel it is "near mint" I believe
I'd like to buy it.

I will personally check it out to ensure that there are no scratches..."near mint" should signify that there is minimal wear and the banjo looks showroom quality other than a hairline scratch or two...

Does the banjo mute really quiet it down?

Sure, it will quiet a banjo down substantially. Be aware, when purchasing your mute, we have to fit it for the banjo bridge you will be using...for this instance, the Maple Blossom bridge. The mute essentially brings down the volume and adds sustain. The banjo will have a harp-like quality. There were some players that used this on a banjo to add a cool recording technique..."County Cooking" with Peter Wernick and Tony Trischka used a mute to good effect. However, the mutes available today all have to be properly fitted for the banjo they're destined to be used on.

I'm a bit apprehensive about how loud a
pro banjo like the MB is reputed to be... when I'm just beginning, a loud
instrument will be pretty annoying to those around me. I've also heard of
taking the resonator off and stuffing a towel in there between the head and
the coordinator rods. Is it possible to make it really pretty quiet for
practicing?

You may also opt to use a T-Shirt within the reso assembly; however, the banjo mute works fine...and once you've acquired a certain technique, it's far easier to test it up to volume by removing the banjo mute than removing the reso, to remove the T-Shirt, and replacing it...

I know you personally play a Maple Blossom Custom, so you must feel good
about the instrument... you seem to have your pick of a lot of great ones.

Please let me know your thoughts. I have the money, and can do this deal
right away.

We can put this one together...however, as much as I like the Maple Blossom, especially for bluegrass techniques, I also have a tremendous love for the Deering Calico. The Calico is even more versatile in tonal range, contributory to a variety of styles, and has a tremendous look with the light woods...as a service to you, I will give you our full trade-up policy on the used Maple Blossom...in case, you decide later that you'd like to try a Calico.

Let me know how you'd like to proceed...and, be sure to let me know what kind of action you're looking for...this way, we can send out your banjo ready to play...

At your disposal, Mickey

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Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 14:37:37 -0400
Subject: hartford model banjo

I am interested in the Hartford models... Hartford must have tuned low or
had some wierd way of tuning. When I try to get this sound on my Gibson , it
falls apart and sounds dull. What did he do for that sound and can the
deering get that sound? thanks Peter Spadone

Greetings Peter,

This "Hartford Tone" was achieved by the wooden tone ring...which gives a banjo the most bottom end you'll ever find. Even a banjo tuned at concert pitch, with a wood tone ring, will have an amazing bass end to it. I know exactly which sound you're referring to and have played a couple of different Hartford models: the original Stelling Hartford (no long available) and the Deering Hartford. Both of these banjos have and had that "Hartford Tone" which is not possible with a brass tone ring banjo. Deering also has done a tremendous job with the riverboat inlay work...

At your disposal, FOTW

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Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 08:08:47 EST
Subject: Deering Sierra

Good morning...........again......
I am very confused about one particular item..........that being the ebony fingerboard that you advertise on your site........
Other pictures I have seen of the Sierra do not show the "black ebony fingerboard", as you do......
I am nearing a decision on this matter......and seeing your site's pictures of the Sierra............ make it more inviting........
Is this a fact that your Sierra will have the ebony fingerboard OR is this an older site picture...........and things have CHANGED.....
Please let me know.........as this is important to me.....

Sincerely,
Patrick

Greetings Patrick,

It most definitely comes with an Ebony fingerboard...which, I personally, prefer over any other fingerboard woods. Now, what you're seeing on the current Deering Catalog are images over 1.5 years old...when, at that time, Deering was producing all of their Sierras with a rosewood fingerboard. Today, the Deering Sierra comes standard with an ebony fingerboard.

What a phenomenal bano for the price! Mickey

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Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2001 07:32:10 EDT
Subject: Granada question

M.,
I wrote you asking about the Calico vs. the Golden Era. I have
another question. How does the Golden Era stack up against the Gibson
Granada? I think my wife may let me spring for a Granada if I really want it
bad she said. Im just wondering if the two are that much different for the
amount of money involved. What is your price with my trade in of my Goodtime
2 I bought from you on a Granada?
Thanks,
Billy Hammond

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Greetings Billy,

The Calico appears to have more sustain than the Golden Era. In fact, it has more of a piano-like tone. The Golden Era does have more of a banjoistic sound, and has a bass end that doesn't end. I personally like them both for different reasons. If I wanted a banjo that would apply well for many other styles, I'd choose the Calico...If I wanted a bluegrass cannon, I'd go for the Golden Era. Now the Golden Era is essentially a great copy of the pre-war Gibson Granada. I was at the NAMM show in Nashville yesterday, and lo and behold, I watched Eddie Adcock and his wife play...Eddie was playing his own Deering Golden Era. He played with a powerful punch! I got him to sign a banjo head for me...

Your Goodtime II has a full trade-up price, what you originally paid for it through us, towards any banjo of your choice. Our price on the Gibson Granada is currently 25% off retail...I love everything that Gibson does!

Hope this helps...

Mickey

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Date: Sun, 15 Jul 2001 14:09:54 EDT
Subject: Calico vs Golden Era ??

Mickey,
I purchased a Deering Goodtime 2 last year and have enjoyed it immensely.
The tone is good, playability exellent and its just been a joy to have. I got
it mainly just to stay in shape due to having to sell my RB-4 and its served
the purpose well. Im now ready to trade it in on another banjo and now
considering a Deering Calico. But, reading an article in your questions
section on the web page, Tom wrote in on July 17, 2000 and was interested in
the Calico and You replied that the Calico had too much sustain for bluegrass
and that the Golden Era was a better instrument for that. Im mainly a Scruggs
style picker and play some melodic, not much. So would I be better off
trading to a Golden Era for my style? I love the way the Calico looks, its
gorgeous. Really caught my eye. Why is there so much sustain? I owned a
Scruggs Golden Deluxe made of maple also and it was fine. Any thoughts you
have on helping me decide would be appreciated. I also need to know what the
final cost of the banjo and case would be after my trade in.

Thanks sincerely,
Billy Hammond
Lake Charles, La.

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Greetings Billy,

As a Scruggs fan, you'll most definitely be happier with the Golden Era. This banjo was styled after the original pre-war Gibson Granada, which has been the most sought after bluegrass sound in history. And, of course, Earl Scruggs did set this precedence.

I'm not sure why there was so much sustain on the Calicos I've tried...I did find it appealing for eclectic playing (a variety of styles such as classical and ragtime)...although, for solid bluegrass, I've found a shorter decay to be far more desirable within the bluegrass genre. I personally now play a Deering Maple Blossom Custom...which I'm completely thrilled with...it has a solid feel and projects well for bluegrass.

If you purchased your Goodtime 2 new through us, you have your full trade-up value...exactly what you paid for it towards any upgraded banjo of your choice...if you didn't, we still do our best to give current market value on all trade-ins...for a Goodtime 2, we can give you approximately 325.00 trade-in value (if it does include the gig bag). Mickey

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From: "Wykes, Daniel HS-SNS"
Subject: Vega Litle Wonder banjo
Date: Wed, 30 May 2001 12:28:01 -0400

Hi -

I'd be interested to know if the Little Wonder banjo has a tone ring, or
does the head simply stretch over the wood hoop or a plain metal ring?

Dan Wykes

Greetings Dan,

You're correct...the head does stretch over the hard maple rim. Even so, the maple rim seems to give it a bright, crisp tone just the same. Check out our video sampler on this model.

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From: "Donald Udelson"
Subject: Deering banjos
Date: Mon, 30 Apr 2001 18:09:19 -0400

Hi - You've been very good about answering my price queries in the past. I notice you don't list the GDL (Greg Deering Limited) . Please tell me if you can order one with chrome plated parts and what the price would be with a delta case. I read the GDL resonator is not solid walnut, but walnut veneer. What type of wood is underneath? I'm not in a rush to buy as I have a few banjos to sell first. Thanks, Don Udelson

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Greetings Don,

Glad to assist:

Poplar would be for the resonator lamination under the Walnut veneer...which is extremely stable. Virtually all resonators are laminated...if they weren't, there would be complications with cracking and additionally, be extremely expensive to build.

Currently, Deering has a limited supply of highly figured burl walnut which they are using on the new GDLs.

Sure, we can order one with chrome plated parts....Mickey

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Date: Sun, 17 Sep 2000 11:54:36 -0600

Hi!

First of all, congratulations on your website. Not only do you folks
understand stringed instruments, you also "get" web commerce, a very
interesting combination. My day job is creating web based e-commerce image
databases for photo agencies and newspapers/magazines, so I know good stuff
when I see it...

Wow! This kind of compliment truly holds credence. Coincidentally, I also have a photo-journalism degree. Imagery and graphic design has been my mainstay.


I am 55 years old and I just dug my thirty-year old Kay short necked banjo
from the closet and took it to a luthier to hopefully get it in as good
shape as possible. I am going to take some lessons to find out what my
potentialities are and set some realistic goals...

Way to go! I started out on an old Silvertone! I accomplished many banjo miles before upgrading...


As a psychological incentive, I have promised myself a new banjo, if I reach
a certain level of playing.

Great goal...should keep you inspired. You might want to impose something tangible such as, after I learn these 3 (particular) songs, I will purchase a (Deering) for instance.


As I remember my Kay (I have not touched it in at least 20 years....) I had
difficulty tuning it up and down the neck and it was "difficult" to play. I
seem to remember somebody let me handle a banjo called a "Vega" many years
ago and it instantly seemed to make me a better player because it was so
"easy" to play...

Deering now owns the Vega name and is producing banjos under the same name. Be aware, if a banjo is not properly set up, which is not necessarily the banjo's fault, it can be so difficult to play that the practice process becomes frustrating to say the least. This may be why your banjo ended up in the closet...Since you have your Kay sent in for set up, be sure to request that the action be set up as low as is possible and that the intonation be adjusted perfectly. Additionally, make sure that you have new light gauge strings installed.


In reference to your further criterion for a new banjo:


The banjo I'm looking for has the following criteria (in order of
importance):

(1) Long Neck

Deering currently makes a superb long neck...for affordability, I'd recommend the Boston or Black Diamond long necks.


(2) Tunes properly

Goes without saying that a quality banjo should tune properly...Unless you're buying a cheaper import, this should not be a concern. If you purchase a cheaper import through us, before we even ship, we put it through our set-up shop which entails the following:
Bridge and Action Adjustment (for ease of playability), Intonation Adjustment (for perfect tuning all the way up the neck), Head Tightening (everyone we get in needs this), and a thorough inspection of all hardware and functionality.


(3) Plays easily

We adjust action (height of strings above fingerboard) as per our customer's requirements. This, of course, is the biggest influence on whether a banjo plays easily or not. All of our banjos ship with a relatively low action. We assume that most of our customers are looking for ease of playability. Sometimes, a banjo will come in from the factory, such as Goldtones or Deerings, that do not need any action adjustment whatsoever. All of our imports, and affordable start-up banjos, need action adjustments.


(4) Resonator

This is a feature that is an essential if you're planning to play bluegrass. A banjo with a resonator projects...an openback banjo, does not have the projection and the sound seems to be softer...


As far as the sound is concerned, I'm a big fan of Scruggs-style
three-finger picking, traditional bluegrass and pop folk as embodied by such
groups from the sixties as the Limelighters, Ian & Sylvia and early (very
early) Chad Mitchell Trio...


I wish I could say that money is no object but of course it is. Part of my
research is to set a price level so I can budget for it. The banjo does not
have to be brand-spanking-new but could be a high-quality used/refurbished
one...

Any pointers or ideas would be greatly appreciated...

My highest recommendation for a solid bluegrass banjo, for both affordability and no compromise to quality would be a Goldtone Banjo...and, the model I recommend above all others for the price...is the OB-250 within the Goldtone line-up and the Deering Sierra in the higher end range. For an even more affordable resonator banjo, the BG-250F, or the Deering Boston are also great. With these models (outside of the Deering Boston), you get all the traditional features you'd expect in a high quality banjo:
A. A high quality tone ring B. Reverse banjo keys Planetay style allowing for easier access to tuning and the ability to play Scruggs' Classics... C. A flange between the resonator and drum assembly D. A quality resonator for good projection E. A high-quality easy to play neck F. Geared 5th String tuners G. Traditional peghead design ...along with many more pro features.

Let me know if you have any further questions or if I can assist you with anything else...
Mickey Cochran

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\Date: Fri, 15 Sep 2000 00:20:01 -0600

Hi, Mickey---
Thanks for the speedy reply. I just "found" your site not long ago,
and you guys (& gals?) seem to be a pretty decent outfit. Here's the
scoop: I own a Deering Sierra ( I also own a Taylor 855 12-string). I
bought the Deering used, but in absolutely pristine shape. It rings.
However, it WEIGHS, too! This is not my first "resonator banjo," but it
is by far the best I've ever owned.
I cut my musical teeth on the Kingston Trio. Anyone who knows
anything about that era knows that the fabled Vega Seeger Long Neck was
the prized instrument of both Dave Guard and John Stewart. I cannot
afford one of those; even though Deering has done a first-rate job of
reproducing them, down to the fabled "tube-a-phone" tone ring. I guess I
have always fantasized having a decent quality long-neck. I am not too
familiar with Gold Tone. Never heard one; never played one, but the seem
to look pretty decent, and I've read some reviews on them. I assume
these are off-shore parts, perhaps assembled in the U.S. Anyway, I guess
I would just like to play one some time, but no one around here has
them, much less in a long-neck version. How do these things sound and
play? I am a fair banjoist, but nothing compared to the serious players.
It's difficult to get any real appreciation for the tonality and touch
of a banjo from downloaded quick-time samples. Just curious as to your
take on Gold Tones, and if there is any comparison between the "White
Laydie" faux tone rings Gold Tone uses, versus, say, a "Tube-a-Phone."
Thanks for any input in advance.

Sincerely,
Norm Gauch

Hello Norm,

I'm sure some of the Goldtone parts are foreign made...they do manufacture their banjos (assemble) within the the US...Florida to be exact. I truly like the sound of the Goldtone, especially the OB-250 series...for a good value, their openbacks cannot be beat. If you can afford it, the Wildwood is making a truly nice openback. I have one myself and am enamored with it everytime I pick it up! The Wildwood openback comes with a tubaphone tone ring. I personally like the fatter, clean tone that the tubaphone produces. I've heard many white ladye tone rings and found them to be slightly bright and crisp in tonal quality (which is what you may be looking for)...still a great tone ring if you're looking for volume and solid tone.

Let me know if you have any further questions or if I can assist you with anything else...
Mickey Cochran

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Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2000 23:28:35 -0600
Subject: Deering Boston & Gold Tone

Mickey,

Thanks for the reply! A couple of clarifications...

The Boston does sound surprisingly good for a banjo that has no tone ring...even so, the Gold Tone has a tone ring  and is a powerful cannon of a banjo....


I thought the Boston had a metal tone ring??

Nope...the Boston has a steel rim that serves as a tone ring...it's truly a superb work of art...the craftsmanship is impeccable...just because it's the lowest end Deering, doesn't mean that it reflects in a poor quality instrument. I love everything Deering does!


I've played banjo for 25 years + and found the OB-250 to be comparable in tonal quality to banjos that are valued at twice the price...

Is this YOUR endorsement or one of your customers??

This is my personal endorsement of the Gold Tone line as being one of the best values in the industry.


Lastly, I was actually leaning toward the Gold Tone, but the salesman at the music store was somewhat negative toward it. It sounds like you would go with the Gold Tone?


I'm not sure where this salesman's negativity stems...it may be a formulated opinion based on his own experience. I take it that he is an experienced banjo player? I have a true passion for the banjo and have played banjo for approximately 25 years...12 years, 6-nights-a-week in one world-renown restaurant. I believe that I personally know what I'm looking for in a solid bluegrass banjo...to date, I have not seen a banjo that compares to the OB-250 within the same price range. This may be subjective to a degree...even so, I stand by this testimonial 100%!

Mickey

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Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2000 18:05:51 -0600

Dear Mickey:

Thank you for your fast response. I have a couple more questions.

I played the Golden Era and was very impressed with the sound and
playability. I did not have the opportunity to play the Calico. Now I'm
wondering. I know this is difficult but can a comparison be made? As noted,
my interests are sound and playability. I am not interested in spending
money for gold plating or other appearance enhancements. I will use the
banjo mostly as accompaniment for my voice and sing-alongs. I have a (loud
and deep) bass voice. How does the Calico compare in price? 

Can you also tell me about the Shubb fifth -string capo?

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Tom Yohe

Hello Tom,

I also like the Golden Era (as a true bluegrass cannon!)...although, I like the Calico even more for the style of playing I pursue such as three-finger classical and ragtime...the Calico has a tremendous sustain (which may not be desireable for blugrass). The neck is tapered nice and thin while still offering a wide playing area.

The Calico is the exact same price as a Golden Era. I have a really beautiful Calico in stock now...the only thing is that it's gold-plated. I just received it in a few days ago.

I use a Shubb 5th String capo myself (and have for 25 years; it's still working great!)...it allows you to change keys quickly and easily without any re-tuning (which is required when using railroad spikes). The Calico I have in stock also has a pre-installed Shubb 5th String Capo.

Hope the above helps in your research efforts...Mickey

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Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2000 21:57:48 -0600

Hi Mickey.
Well, I have played the black Diamond, and as I said, liked it VERY much. 
How would you compair the BD to the maple blossom? Feel? Sound? 
As I just "play" the banjo, I am most interested in the sound...old banjos
sound good to me, big heads sound good to me, the Black Diamond sounded good
to me...suprise 'cause it still had the resonator on. Also, the Diamond felt
good.
I realize some of what I am asking is right brained stuff, and not coded well
into words, but I invite you to do your best.
Emerson


Hello Emerson,

I also am impressed with the tonal quality of the Black Diamond! It has a clean, crisp, clear tone. Great for classical style and flowing melodies... seems to be more specialized and applicable to melodic banjo or Keith Style...still one of my favorites that Deering makes! Single line melodies like old-time fiddle tunesalso come off nicely.

The Maple Blossom has more of a well-rounded tone that is effective for all genres and especially bluegrass...it will have more punch and bottom end than the Black Diamond. The Low "D" string has more substance and power than a Black Diamond...traditional bluegrass styles come off very nicely on the Maple Blossom.

Mickey

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Date: Sat, 2 Sep 2000

hello,

you have a great website....just wish i could play some of these and try them out....i am going to buy my first banjo... ive been playing a '70s aria that is borrowed... i would like to know what kind of a price you would be able to give me on a deering boston 5-string.... also, i would still purchase through you but do you know of anyone close to me that carries deerings so i could play one? i am just north of santa barbara,ca ....north of goleta...

thank you ,

brian

Hello Brian,

Glad to assist...
Go to the following link to find a Deering Dealer closest to you...and, if you find a Deering you like at your local dealer, please buy it from them...the objective would be that you find the banjo of your dreams...we do appreciate your loyalty to purchase the Deering through us, even so, we are an acoustic support system and truly want to see every acoustic musician find the tools of their trade without unnecessary effort.

http://www.deeringbanjos.com/

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