Deering Goodtime 17-Fret Tenor 4-String Banjo Easy switch from guitar or mandolinGreat sound and projectionLightweight and easy to play Made in America at the Deering Banjo factory in California, the Goodtime open back banjo weighs about 4 pounds so it is ideal for traveling, camping, hiking, and taking to the beach It provides a vibrant singing banjo tone in any situation Light enough to hold and play easily, it is the perfect banjo for beginners since it is fretted correctly and plays easily The shorter 17-fret neck reduces the length of the entire banjo to just 32 inches end to end