Custom Koa Works Tenor Ukulele
New. Custom Koa Works Ukulele. A beautiful new Custom Koa Works Tenor Ukulele handcrafted on the Big island of Hawai’i by master luthier, Rich Godfrey. This beauty was just completed and incorporates a wonderful example of simple elegance defined by a master grade set of Hawaiian Koa wood.
Handcrafted of a beautiful set of quarter-sawn Hawaiian Koa wood on the face, back and sides, this beautiful instrument boasts a musicians grade Macassar ebony wood fretboard and bridge, consistent with the best in recording level instruments. The top and back binding and bound fretboard are crafted with Hawaiian Milo wood in keeping with the Hawaii theme of the instrument. Elegant top paua shell purfling with nouveau inspired double paua shell rosette and simple curly sycamore wood top and side purfling lines for a wonderful aesthetic appeal. The bound fretboard also adds for smooth play up and down the neck and is highly recommended for players who enjoy playing without having to worry about sharp fret ends. 16″ radiused fretboard for ease of play higher up on the neck and a gorgeous paua shell position markers on positions 5, 7, 10, 12, and 15 for quick reference. Abalone or ‘paua’ shell ‘Honu’ inlay on headstock representing the Hawaiian sea turtle with matching Hawaiian Milo wood top and back headstock plate. Professional gold evo fretwire and matching gold Gotoh super mini machine tuners for precise tuning. Spanish Cedar wood neck with truss rod for reduced weight and added stability and sustain, bone nut and saddle, and a poreless high-gloss finish are a few more amenities of this beautifully handcrafted custom Koa Works ukulele.
This beauty really sings and has tremendous volume and a classic Hawaiian Koa wood attack. Great projection clarity, and sustain. Absolute stunning piece and a wonderful instrument for both the professional musician and the ukulele enthusiast at heart. Now’s your chance to have a phenomenal player instrument from one of Hawaii’s foremost ukulele luthiers. ID#220004
Price: SOLD