{"title":"Openback 5-String Banjos","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e5-String Openback Banjos: The Sound of Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eExperience the timeless charm of openback 5-string banjos, renowned for their distinct, mellower sound compared to resonator banjos. Unlike their resonator counterparts, openback banjos channel much of their acoustic richness into the player's body, creating a darker, more mellow tone that is right in line with the heart of traditional Appalachian music.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCrafted for enthusiasts of clawhammer and frailing styles, these banjos are perfect for those who love old-time Appalachian music. The openback design invites you to journey back in time, reviving the musical heritage of the region.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNot only do openback banjos produce a darker tone, but they also offer a featherweight advantage. Lacking the heavy metal flange that secures resonators, they are notably lighter.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eCommon Musical Styles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhile the openback banjo is versatile, it is the primary voice for several traditional genres:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOld-Time and Clawhammer:\u003c\/b\u003e This is the definitive instrument for clawhammer-style playing, where the rhythmic down-stroking technique benefits from the banjo's natural warmth and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFolk and Americana:\u003c\/b\u003e Its understated and organic tone makes it a perfect accompaniment for singer-songwriters and acoustic folk ensembles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Ballads:\u003c\/b\u003e The softer volume of an openback allows for a delicate balance when accompanying vocalists in intimate settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eWhy Buy a 5-String Openback Banjo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThere are several reasons why musicians prefer an openback model for their collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWarm, Earthy Tone:\u003c\/b\u003e If you prefer a sound that is woody and \"sweet\" rather than bright and \"sharp,\" an openback is the ideal choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLightweight and Comfortable:\u003c\/b\u003e Without the added weight of a heavy wooden resonator and metal flange, these banjos are much lighter, making them easier to hold for long practice sessions or while standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClawhammer Optimization:\u003c\/b\u003e Many openback banjos feature a \"scoop\" at the end of the fretboard, providing extra space for the right hand to play over the neck for an even mellower tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisanal Craftsmanship:\u003c\/b\u003e Many of our openback models, such as those from \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/banjo-studio\/collections\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePisgah Banjo Co.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e, are handcrafted using native hardwoods and traditional methods to produce a truly unique instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"goodtime-banjo","title":"Deering Goodtime 5-String Banjo - Best Beginner Banjo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe best beginner banjo!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a teacher, if you are just starting to learn how to play the banjo, I would always recommend the \u003cstrong\u003eDeering Goodtime banjo\u003c\/strong\u003e. This blonde beauty is the perfect banjo to learn on and sets the standard for all others in its price range. The 3-ply violin grade maple rim gives the banjo a beautiful responsive tone which is not found in other banjo brands in this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComes set up and ready to play! Free shipping with the contiguous United States!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deering Goodtime banjo is the ideal choice for beginner banjo players. Its 3-ply violin grade maple rim provides a superior sound that can't be matched in entry-level banjos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck what master banjo player Kristin Scott Benson has to say about the Deering Goodtime Banjos below!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4gfsAg482eo?si=kSvI7FRMqJvcGT4F\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"Deering","offers":[{"title":"Right Handed","offer_id":43257133859064,"sku":"GT-100-101","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left Handed","offer_id":43257133891832,"sku":"GT-100-101-LEFTY","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0204\/9822\/files\/deering-goodtime-5-string-banjo-best-beginner-banjo-deering-5-string-banjos-43842795733240.jpg?v=1734552572"},{"product_id":"goodtime-banjo-beginner-package","title":"Beginner Banjo Package - Deering Goodtime Banjo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Deering Goodtime Beginner Banjo Package is the perfect banjo package for the beginning banjo player. 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