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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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Custom E. Tavares Soprano Ukulele

New. Custom Edmond Tavares Soprano Ukulele handcrafted in similar fashion to the 19th Century ukuleles of yesteryear. This gorgeous custom Edmond ukulele is made of blonde curly Hawaiian Koa wood from the island of Maui on the face, back and sides. Hawaiian Kolohala wood, or pheasant wood, on the fretboard and bridge, with a bridge pin set up. Rope wood rosette and toon wood neck. Wooden friction tuners with a hand-rubbed oil finish. A wonderful ukulele paying tribute to the first generation of ukulele handcrafted in the late 1800s. This instrument has a big sound w
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