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Custom Moore Bettah Soprano Ukulele

Circa 2020. Preowned. Custom Moore Bettah Ukulele. Beautiful custom Moore Bettah Soprano Ukulele handcrafted by master luthier Chuck Moore of the Big Island, HI. Chuck handcrafts some of not only the most aesthetically pleasing ukuleles available on the market but also professional recording level instruments for both the professional musician and recreational player. This wonderful and extremely rare Moore Bettah soprano ukulele was crafted from the finest materials. Gorgeous master grade Hawaiian curly Koa wood back and sides with a Sitka Spruce soundboard. Macass
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Custom Larrivee Soprano Ukulele

(C.1999). New old stock. Beautiful and meticulously made Custom Larrivee Soprano Ukulele handcrafted in British Columbia, Canada by legendary luthier Jean Larrivee. In the 1960s, Larrivee showed great interest in classical guitar, he attended a performance by skilled guitarist Edgar Munch Jr. and after the show, Jean meets the performer’s father – world-renowned German luthier Edgar Munch Sr. Impressed by Larrivee’s keen interest in classical guitar making, Munch agrees to take young Jean on as an apprentice. By 1977, Larrivee has gained the respec
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Custom Grimes Tenor Ukulele

2017. Preowned. A work of art! Custom Steve Grimes 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 on each piece is a testimony to over 45 years of guitar and ukulele luthiery and can be seen in the quality of instruments he handcrafts and the world-class tones they produce. Absolutely incredible in all aspects of construction and sound. Steve is at the forefront of discussion in terms of contemporary luthiery theory and technique while remaining firmly rooted in his und
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1910 Manuel Nunes Taropatch Ukulele

An extremely rare 1909-1910 Historical M. Nunes & Sons Taropatch, handcrafted by Manuel Nunes himself prior to the establishment of his factory production models. This world class collectible is over 100 years in age and has a wonderful full sound. The taropatch is said to have been a favorite of plantation workers and its double string construction adds volume and fullness to the instrument. Unlike the modern day 8-string ukulele which is tuned G4-G3-C3-C4-E3-E3-A4-A4 in which the G and C strings have an octave tuning, the historical tuning of the taropatch is
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