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1930s Ka-Lai Pineapple Ukulele

This beautiful Ka-Lai pineapple ukulele, crafted in the early 1930s, is the result of a collaboration between the Johnny Lai and Kamaka companies. Handcrafted from a combination of mahogany wood for the face, back, and sides, this ukulele is a stunning example of craftsmanship. The pineapple model is renowned for sustaining sales for Kamaka and Lai-Lai during the Great Depression and has played a significant role in the early history of both companies. ‘Johnny Lai’ aimed to capitalize on the popularity of this unique shape, which led to the creation of &
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Custom Moore Bettah ʻHibiscusʻ Tenor Ukulele

Preowned. 2017. Custom Moore Bettah Tenor Ukulele. This beautiful tenor ukulele was handcrafted by master luthier Chuck Moore from the Big Island, Hawaii. Chuck is known for creating some of the most aesthetically pleasing ukuleles on the market, making them ideal for both professional musicians and recreational players alike. This exceptional and incredibly rare Moore Bettah tenor ukulele is made from a stunning set of Hawaiian koa wood used for the face, back, and sides of the instrument. There is a slight pin-curl in the wood that can be seen in certain angles wh
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Custom Sumi Tenor Ukulele

Preowned. 2024. A rare Custom Sumi Tenor Ukulele crafted by Sumi Kobo, a prestigious luthier group under the renowned luthier Eiichi Sumi from Japan. For over 50 years, Sumi Kobo has been known for handcrafting some of the finest ukuleles, guitars, and mandolins in Japan. Their instruments are highly sought after by musicians and recreational players in Japan, as well as by ukulele enthusiasts worldwide. This custom Sumi tenor ukulele was inspired by the early Gibsons of the 1950s and crafted with a premium set of curly Maple wood on the back and sides and a stained
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Custom ʻIʻiwi Tenor Ukulele

Circa 2025. Custom I’iwi Ukulele. Phenomenal player ukulele! Custom ʻI’iwi Tenor Ukulele handcrafted by luthier Charlie Fukuba of Makakilo, Oahu. This special piece is the premier model offered by ʻI’iwi Ukuleles and is defined as, the Gold ‘Master’ Series. The ‘Master’ series is a testimony to the ʻI’iwi Ukulele commitment to the finest materials and craftsmanship in skilled luthiery by one of Hawaii’s foremost custom ukulele luthiers, Charlie Fukuba. Handcrafted of gorgeous master grade curly Hawaiian Koa wood face, back, and sides, this fu
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