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Custom KG Tenor Ukulele

New. Custom Kotaro Guitars & Ukuleles Tenor Ukulele. An absolutely beautiful ukulele handcrafted on the island of Oahu, HI by master luthier Rob Kurosu. Born into a military family, Rob spent his early years traveling around the world.  After graduating from the University of Colorado in Boulder, he was commissioned and served as a pilot in the US Navy before retiring and settling in Hawaii.  Still itching for travel and adventure, Rob and his family next sailed the South Pacific on a catamaran and explored New Zealand for a year before finally returning to Kail
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Maderian Machete

Known as one of the parent instruments of the ukulele, this beautiful Maderian Machete was handcrafted by Henrique Rodrigues of Funchal, Madeira. Fashioned after the work of historical luthier Octavinno Joao Nunes, Madeira’s most famous instrument maker, this beautiful machete was made of endemic woods to Madeira with some of the finest European Spruce available on the soundboard and Maderian Vinhatico wood on the back and sides. Classic Maderian scroll headstock design. The inlay work is reflective of the longstanding traditions of woodwork on the island, a t
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Custom Grimes ‘Freehand’ Tenor Ukulele

New. A work of art! Custom Steve Grimes “Freehand” Tenor Ukulele built on the island of Maui, HI. If you were looking for the best of the best in high-end ukes, look no further! The time invested in each piece is a testimony to over 50 years of guitar and ukulele luthiery and can be seen in the quality of instruments he handcrafts and the world-class tones they produce. Steve is at the forefront of discussion in terms of contemporary luthiery theory and technique while remaining firmly rooted in his understanding of classical construction. The applicatio
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Custom Cornerstone “Honu” Tenor Ukulele

New. Beautiful Custom Cornerstone “Honu” Tenor Ukulele handcrafted with the utmost attention to detail by master luthier Peter Marreiros in Bakersville, North Carolina. This gorgeous Cornerstone tenor ukulele is truly a wonderful instrument and functional work of art! A career luthier famed for his extensive experience in ukulele luthiery, Peter has blended his love for finely handcrafted ukuleles with his passion for some of the world’s most exquisite woods. Biography Peter Marreiros embarked on his lutherie journey in the late 90’s. In those begi
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