Banjos are heavy. For years, players have been asking for a lighter weight resonator banjo that still packs a full rich tone and bluegrass pop. Deering's answer is the White Lotus, a resonator banjo meticulously engineered to deliver exceptional tone and playability with a design that keeps it lighter than the rest.
At the core of the White Lotus Banjo is the patented White Oak rim, which eliminates the need for a heavy tone ring. American White Oak produces a bright, crisp tone with all of the classic bluegrass punch—without a tone ring—offering lighter weight for increased comfort, especially during extended playing sessions. On the White Lotus, both the neck and resonator are crafted from White Oak as well. The dense, straight-grained texture of the wood imbues the instrument with strong fundamental notes and series of overtones, replicating the vibe of a Mastertone banjo but without the tone ring (and the added weight).
The White Lotus Banjo accents the innovative White Oak construction with elegant white binding and lotus flower-inspired inlays. The ebony fingerboard and peghead overlay add to the instrument's visual appeal while providing a smooth playing surface. Equipped with Deering's signature neck shape, high quality tuners, a True Tone tailpiece, and the Eagle Series style flange, the White Lotus Banjo is built for performance. Finished with a sparkling glossy finish, this banjo backs up its good looks with impressive sound.
Experience the craftsmanship, comfort, and tonal versatility of the White Lotus banjo—where tradition meets innovation to elevate your playing experience. This White Lotus weighs in at 8 lbs 6.9 oz, and it includes a Deering hardshell case.
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Neck Wood: Quartersawn White Oak
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Neck Shape: Slender "D" Shape
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Neck Finish: High Gloss Natural
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Nut Material: White Acrylic, 1-1/4"
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Tuners: Deering Planetary Tuners
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5th String Tuner: Deering Gotoh Geared 5th String Tuner
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Frets: 22 Pressed In Nickel Silver Frets
- Fingerboard: A Grade Ebony
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Rim: 3-Ply White Oak
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Rim Diameter: 11"
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Tone Ring: None Required
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Head: 11" Top Frosted Medium Crown
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Tension Hoop: Notched Brass Tension Hoop
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Hooks & Nuts: 24 Round J-Hooks and 1/4″ Hex Nuts
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Flange: 2 Piece Eagle Series Flange
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Armrest: Deering Armrest
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Hardware Plating: Nickel
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Tailpiece: Deering True Tone Tailpiece
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Rim Finish: Hand Finished Satin Polyurethane
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Resonator Wood: 3-Ply Poplar/Poplar/White Oak
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Resonator Finish: High Gloss
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Resonator Sidewalls: Straight
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Resonator Diameter: 13-7/8"