(Used) 1981 Deering Maple Blossom 5-String Resonator Banjo w/Pickup #1481

The 1981 Deering Maple Blossom represents the early years of Deering’s rise into one of the most respected names in American banjo building. In Fair Condition with fairly extensive play wear, including deep scratches and dings on the back of the resonator. There is checking on the headstock and a missing piece from the Deering logo. It has discoloration on the neck from playwear as well as tarnishing on the arm rest. There is some wear on the heel of the banjo as well.  Crafted with a figured maple neck and resonator, this professional-grade bluegrass banjo carries the bold look and refined appointments that have defined the Maple Blossom model for decades. The classic inlay pattern and gloss finish give it that unmistakable stage presence while reflecting the craftsmanship of Deering’s formative era.

 

With its full-weight bell bronze tone ring and maple rim construction, this Maple Blossom delivers the power and projection serious players expect. It has a strong fundamental note, excellent clarity up the neck, and the kind of punch that cuts cleanly through a band mix. Whether driving hard Scruggs-style rolls or exploring melodic passages, it responds with authority while maintaining warmth and depth across the fingerboard.

 

This example shows honest play wear from years of use, adding character to an instrument that has clearly been enjoyed. An installed pickup makes it ready for amplified performance, offering flexibility for stage or studio work. For players seeking a vintage-era Deering with professional tone and real-world experience behind it, this 1981 Maple Blossom is a compelling piece of American banjo history.

Type: 5-String Resonator Banjo

Neck: Maple

Fingerboard: Ebony with Maple Blossom Inlays

Scale Length: 26 1/4" (To Be Verified)

Nut Width: 1 1/4" (To Be Verified)

Tone Ring: Deering 20-Hole Bell Bronze Tone Ring (To Be Verified)

Resonator: Figured Maple

Rim: 3-Ply Maple

Bridge: Maple with Ebony Cap

Head: Remo

Hardware: Nickel Plated

Finish: Gloss

Pickup: Aftermarket Pickup Installed Through Rim

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