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Custom Shimo Concert Ukulele

Preowned. Custom Shimo Concert Ukulele by master luthier Takahiro Shimo of Tokyo, Japan. An incredible approach to 21st-century ukulele lutherie, Shimo continues to design elements into his builds that elevate his pieces into the category of functional art. His interest in finely handcrafted ukuleles and guitars culminated with his graduation in 1980 from the famed Robert-Venn School of Luthiery in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1981, Shimo began his journey as a new luthier at Morris Musical Instruments, where he handcrafted custom guitars for music stores throughout Japan.
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Custom Petros Baritone Ukulele

C.2023. Preowned. Custom ukuleles by Bruce Petros. Beautiful Petros Baritone Ukulele handcrafted by luthier and artist Bruce Petros of Kaukauna, WI. Bruce a luthier of finely crafted instruments for over 40 years handcrafts some of the most aesthetically pleasing and tonally balanced instruments on the market. Since 2000 his son Matthew has also joined the ranks of fine luthiery practices alongside his father in making instruments for all to enjoy.  Together, this father-son duo continues to build ukuleles and guitars that are regarded as some of the finest in the w
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Custom Pahu Kani ‘8-String’ Longneck Tenor Ukulele

Custom ukuleles by Pahu Kani Ukulele. A beautiful new Custom Pahu Kani “8-String” Longneck Tenor Ukulele handcrafted on the Waianae coastline by one of Oahu’s finest luthiers in custom ukuleles, Manny Halican of the Ukulele Guild of Hawaii (UGH). Manny incorporates a wonderful example of a fully unique and contemporary design with great playability and a fantastic tone. This unique custom Pahu Kani “8-String” longneck tenor ukulele was handcrafted with meticulous care and exemplifies the beautiful pairing of a curly Hawaiian Koa wood on
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Custom Kanile’a ‘Maui Story’ Baritone Ukulele

Preowned. 2021. A gorgeous Custom Kanile’a “Story of Maui” Baritone Ukulele exquisitely designed by company co-owner and master luthier Joe Souza and the Souza ‘ohana. Unlike the Platinum model, by which a limited run of between 10 and 50 instruments is made – this one is a true full custom piece depicting the story of Maui, the demigod, masterfully done by inlay artist Craig Lavin in partnership with Kanile’a ‘Ukulele. The story of Maui is one popular in the islands and is told as such: Maui’s mother, Hina, was distre
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