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Handcrafted in San Diego, California, this custom Deering Maple Blossom 5-String Banjo combines flagship bluegrass horsepower with a one-of-a-kind, show-stopping custom finish!

Custom "Caribbean Blue Fade" Ombre Finish

We see a lot of burst on banjos. You know it and we know it. Rather than the traditional dark stains or other burst colors, this custom model showcases a striking hand-applied "Caribbean Blue Fade" ombre colorway. We are always looking for a beautiful banjo to offer to our customers and this one is an amazing one!

Stunning Visual Depth: The gradient transitions seamlessly from a deep oceanic navy along the bound edges to a translucent turquoise toward the center. Step into this banjo, like walking into the ocean from a warm, sandy beach.

Highlights the Grain: The ombre stain dramatically amplifies the natural figure and three-dimensional flame of the Eastern violin-grade curly maple neck and resonator.

What Makes the Maple Blossom Unique

Janet Deering Flower Inlays: The dark, AA-grade ebony fingerboard is adorned with Janet Deering’s signature Mother-of-Pearl flower inlay pattern, delivering a refined aesthetic found only on this model.

Radiused Playability: Outfitted with a radiused (arched) fingerboard and a slender "D" neck profile. The radius conforms naturally to the arch of your fretting hand, reducing fatigue and facilitating effortless chord transitions up the neck. A great feature found on this banjo.
Premium Tonewoods: Built with a quarter-sawn curly maple neck and a 3-ply violin-grade maple rim to ensure structural stability, maximum energy transfer, and long-term durability
Tonal Power & The Deering -06- Bronze Tone Ring

Explosive Projection: At the heart of the pot assembly is the genuine Deering -06- 20-hole bell bronze tone ring paired with a one-piece cast zinc flange.

Balanced Voice: Delivers a bright, articulate "pop" with instant attack and ringing sustain. It pairs shimmering highs with a powerful, well-rounded low end that cuts effortlessly through any live acoustic mix.
Why Banjo Studio Loves this Instrument

This banjo is built for the player who demands an American lutherie and traditional bluegrass snap without settling for standard factory looks. Between its iconic Deering -06- tone ring, effortless radiused fretboard, and eye-catching custom ombre finish, it offers heirloom-quality performance that stands out visually and tonally on any stage.

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