Custom Koa Works Ukulele

Custom Koa Works Ukulele. A beautiful new Custom Koa Works Slotted-headstock ‘Mahina’ Tenor Ukulele built here on the island of Oahu specifically for Rich Godfrey himself! Absolutely stunning in every way, this uke was Rich Godfrey`s personal ukulele. It is a truly stunning one-of-a-kind piece and plays even better than it looks. Not to mention it is the first slotted-headstock ukulele handcrafted by Rich as well.

Handcrafted of gorgeous quarter-sawn master grade fiddle-back Hawaiian Koa wood on face, back and sides and Gabon ebony fretboard and bridge, this uke was ‘born’ in Oct. of 2009 and worked on for over a year – with attention to every detail along the way – and reaching completion in November 2010. The top and back binding is crafted with ebony and the fretboard is also bound with ebony for smooth play up and down the neck. Gorgeous paua shell ‘Mahina’ position markers, shell rosette, shell top purfling, and shell ‘Honu’ inlay on headstock. Stunning slotted headstock, the first one crafted by Rich with professional Waverly machine tuners for precise tuning. Molokai deer antler nut and saddle, a high-gloss finish with and a sound that rings true ‘Hawaii’.

Hand-cut paua shell and special inlay in to the fretboard is called the ‘Mahina’ or ‘Moon’ in Hawaiian. The inlay tells a story of old Hawaii in which the ancient Hawaiians would fish under the full moon light for a fresh catch. The dual inlay markers on position 12 symbolizes the Hawaiian poi pounder which was made of rock in ancient Hawaii and used to mash up the Taro root and make ‘poi’, a primary stable of the ancient Hawaiian people. The inlay on the 15th position is of a crescent moon.

The instrument itself is a true recording artists ukulele. This beauty really sings and has excellent volume and incredible sustain. The low tones are nice and long and crisp and balanced on the high end as well. Nows your chance to have a phenomenal player instrument from one of Hawaii’s best luthiers. Only about 10-12 ukuleles are made per year and these usually sell within a few days of listing.

Price: SOLD