The Deering Black Diamond 5-string banjo features great all-american craftsmanship with an amazing combination of fine materials and superb sound. The Black Diamond banjo evolved from requests for a fancier banjo than the Deluxe but with the same sweet tone of a mahogany banjo. The motherof-pearl diamond shaped inlays are hand-engraved. This kind of detailing requires the skills of a master craftsman and pays off in added beauty. A maple stripe accentuates the black binding around the resonator and the side of the ebony fingerboard. The banjo head is made of black mylar so the color will not scratch off. The sweet sounding Black Diamond has a very refined and showy appearance. The shiny black head and black trim give it a modern and progressive look. The Black Diamond inlays are hand engraved giving it a very classy appearance. It's an excellent performing banjo and a hot looking banjo as well. This banjo also comes with a FREE Deluxe Deering hardshell banjo case!