Custom Kerry Char Tenor Ukulele

Beautiful custom Char tenor ukulele handcrafted by Kerry Char of Portland, Oregon. Local-boy Kerry Char has gone back to his roots in Hawaii by constructing some of the finest handcrafted ukuleles around. Born on the island of Oahu, Kerry is most recognized for his Flamenco and Classical guitars and has been working with stringed instruments for nearly 25 years. Now, acclaimed Peruvian guitarist Alfredo Muro is one amongst a number of musicians who continues to enjoy and record with Kerry’s classical guitars. Kerry is also regarded as one of the foremost in vintage stringed instrument restoration nationwide and frequently receives requests for restoration of rare historical pieces from museums throughout the world. And now, Kerry has taken his knowledge and love of building back to his roots and handcrafts some of the finest ukuleles available on the market.

This wonderful custom tenor ukulele is fashioned with a face, back, and sides that are handcrafted from gorgeous Hawaiian Koa wood with a top and back rope marquetry and matching rosette, and fretboard marquetry for aesthetic appeal. This instrument was handcrafted to the standard tenor scale and is a true recording level instrument. Ebony wood fretboard and bridge, mahogany neck for added stability and much more. Planetary 4:1 geared tuners and high gloss finish.

An amazing playing uke from one of the world’s finest luthiers. Excellent projection and sustain with very barky tones. Intonation is set perfectly and ease of play is absolutely wonderful on this instrument. Center balanced in terms of overall weight of the instrument which makes it easy to cradle as well. Highly recommended. This uke is a phenomenal player instrument.

Price: SOLD