"The bent bolts didn’t hold the armrest onto my older “Gumby” GOODTIME Banjo but the standard bolts fit perfectly. The unit had simple installation instructions. It definitely makes the banjo more comfortable to play."
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Slides on the rim but
"Slides on the rim but works ok The installation is correct"
Didn’t receive order yet!!
"Order # 94736 I haven’t received this order yet been wondering what’s going on. Waiting for a kavanjo head and arm rest."
Drum clamps
"The ad for the armrest indicated it was for the goodtime banjo only (not for the Vega). My package only ihad Vega drum clamps included . The instructions said the provided clamps must be used, the resulting assembly rattled. I shared this with customer services, was asked to provide my banjo purchase date, pictures of the clamps and a picture of the banjo. Once provided the back and forth messaging ended. No results. The original clamps don’t fit right, and videos online clearly show many people with the same problem. Although one video indicated to use the “slightly” bent clamps but nothing near the Vega clamps. 1. Why was I sent Vega clamps when the add clearly said this purchase was not for the Vega? 2. Why do people on line have “slightly” bent clamps but all I got was Vega clamps and the 3rd degree from customer support? 3. Why haven’t the correct clamps been stuck in an envelope and sent to me? Steve"
Armrest
"Great addition to my banjo."
Deering Goodtime banjo arm rest
"It fits perfectly. Thanks for getting it in stock."
armrest
"perfect fit. easy installation."
It was as described
"It was as described"
The armrest is a good addition
"I had the old style armrest on my Goodtime banjo and it was terrible. It stuck up about 3/4 inch above the head surface. I was reluctant to try another. But I gave it a try and the new style armrest sits low on top of the rim. Fit is good, works properly. Only gave it four stars because I'd like it to be a little wider. But it does the trick."
Nice clean design
"A very useful addition to my new Goodtime banjo. Delivered to France in just 3 days during the holiday season – great job! The armrest fits perfectly, BUT I should mention that the included hooks didn't fit. It took a few tries to figure out that the original hooks were the most suitable and held the armrest and tension hoop securely in place. I'd like to take this opportunity to praise this Goodtime banjo from Deering Company, which I was lucky enough to buy from a local shop . It gives me so much pleasure, even though I haven't yet mastered the clawhammer technique and there's still so much to explore with this fabulous instrument 🪕"
Q&A
- Are these nickel plated? Do you have one that is not?
- The Goodtime Banjo Armrest is nickel plated. At the moment there are no alternatives for this armrest.
- Will this fit a good time parlour banjo?
- Yes, the Goodtime Armrest will fit the Goodtime Parlor.
- Does the armrest fit a left handed Goodtime Banjo?
- Yes, the Goodtime Armrest will fit both a right and left-handed Goodtime.
- Does this armrest fit the open back good time?
- Yes, it does!
- Is this low-profile armrest the same kind that comes installed with the Goodtime Two?
- Yes, this armrest is the same that is on the Goodtime 2.
- Is this armrest nickel-plated, like the one that comes on the Goodtime Two? If so, do you sell a non-nickel one as well?
- The goodtime armrests are all nickel plated. If you have a nickel allergy, you should check on the banjomate armrest available on our site as well.
- My Goodtime Artisan came with an armrest. I would like to raise it a bit. Help
- That cannot be adjusted...sorry.
- where can I buy banjo ukulele here in Vancouver B.C. Canada
- You can contact Tom Lee Music or Long and McQuaid...they should both be able to help you.
- Does it also fit on an Enoch Tradesman Banjo or only on a Deering Banjo?
- This is made to accommodate banjos with 16-24 brackets.
- Is the 9/32 T-wrench included with the arm rest, or do you have to purchase it separately?
- You need to purchase the 9/32" t-wrench separately. Thanks for checking.
- Will this armrest fit the Banjo Ukulele?
- Yes - that is the correct armrest to use.
- Can l order the good time armrest by mail
- Yes, the cost of the armrest and hooks is $24 plus shipping via USPS of $6.60 to most locations in the USA. If you are overseas, just call us for a quote.
- Does the Goodtime Banjo Armrest fit on the Deering Goodtime Americana?
- Yes, that armrest will fit all of our Goodtime banjo line. Thanks for checking.
- Will this fit a 16 hook banjo?
- Yes.
- Hello, what is the shipping weight of the Goodtime Banjo Armrest? I need to ship it to an APO which as a limit of 1 LBS thanks
- Yes, well under 1 pound.
- Will this fit the new Goodtime Americana with the 12" rim?
- Yes, it will fit.
- hi. I bought this and didn't receive installation instructions, Can I find them online anywhere?
- Yes...contact the factory for those. info@deeringbanjos.com
- Once installed, is it "normal" for the Goodtime banjo armrest to slide around a bit (back and forth)? I don't want to overtighten the j hooks, but I'm wondering if more tightening is necessary to prevent the armrest from moving? Thanks.
- It should be fairly stable. You could tighten them up a bit.
- I have the armrest, how do I get the specially made J-hooks?
- Call the factory at 800-845-7791.