Made by the folks at Deering in California (that's right this banjo is made in the USA!), this is a perfect banjo for a beginner, oldtime player or anyone looking for a less expensive quality banjo to travel with, droptune or have for recording. Weighing in at a mere 4 pounds, its perfect for children too! Built by the same expert builders who make the most sought after banjos in the world, this piece features a rock maple neck with dot inlays that is both slender and easy to finger, multi-ply birch and maple rim for that bright crisp tone, and adjustable tailpiece and action to dial in mellowness or brightness. For this kind of money, you can't find anything near this quality. It's too cool not to have! so get one today!