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Mele Oiaio (True Music)

Mele Oiaio (True Music)

Available, Tenor /

We don’t often hear the heart of the people. It calls out from Mauka, the roar of the volcano, and down Makai, the rumble of the sea. But people set their ways to aloha. The hula dance calls the past; stories of old come alive before us and the melodies of mele bring them to our minds. Ukulele brings it all together as the Mele Oiaio plays the “True Song” from the hearts of the people, and we hear them come together as one. Hear the “True Song”… hear Mele Oiaio.   M.S.R.P: $1587.50 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 96-T Name: Mele Oiaio (True Music) Size: Tenor Body Type: Figure eight Type of Build: Custom   WOOD Top: Big Island Koa Sides: Big Island Koa Back: Big Island Koa Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Rosewood Headstock: Rosewood Other: N/A

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Ma’alahi Nani (Beautifully simple)

Available, Tenor /

She stands by the bay’s beautiful Hawaiian waters.  The music begins and her body sways to the music. Her hula is about love of a simpler time, hands gesturing gracefully. Her hips alluringly sway to the Ipu’s rhythm, the sound of ukulele and island harmonies echo in her footsteps. Her plumeria flower lei is accented by the ones in her flowing hair, and the story unfolds to reveal her simple beauty. This is her essence… Hear and feel the Ma’alahi Nani.   M.S.R.P: $1300.00 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 95-T Name: Ma’alahi Nani (Beautifully simple) Size: Tenor Body Type: Figure eight Type of Build: Basic   WOOD Top: Honduran Mahogany Sides: Honduran Mahogany Back: Honduran Mahogany Neck: Honduran Mahogany Fretboard: Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) Bridge: Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) Headstock: Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) Other: N/A

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Lā’au ‘Āliohilohi (Glowing Tree)

Lā’au ‘Āliohilohi (Glowing Tree)

Available, Tenor /

Among all of Hawaii’s trees, the mighty Koa is the island’s symbol in the forest. From canoe and surfboards used for travel and pleasure for Hawaiian royalty; to weapons and tools used to protect and work the land every day; to the music played for Hula dance, capturing stories and the history of its people – the Koa tree shines brightly as God’s blessing to the island chain.    M.S.R.P: $3312.50 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 94-T Name: Lā’au ‘Āliohilohi (Glowing Tree) Size: Tenor Body Type: Figure eight Type of Build: Custom   WOOD Top: Big Island Koa Sides: Big Island Koa Back: Big Island Koa Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Rosewood/Koa Headstock: Rosewood Other: Rosette: Big Island Koa/Choc. Albizia

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Robin’s song

Robin’s Song (SOLD)

Concert /

Do you see the nest high in the tree? The robin’s chicks are calling and she comes to comfort them. Sleek and beautiful, she swoops in and out of view. Yet you can hear her melodic song gently brushing your ears and you know she is there. The rhythm of her wings gracefully fly by as she catches her prey and returns to her younglings. Again and again, the soft and gentle song is sung until the chicks’ bellies are full, ready for sleep. Gently brush your ears with “Robin’s Song.” TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 92-C-E  Name: Robin’s Song Size: Concert – ‘Ekolu Body Type: Pineapple Type of Build: Basic   WOOD Top: Big Birds Eye Redwood Sides: Sapele Back: Sapele Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Rosewood Headstock: Big Island Koa Other: Simple Rosette, Walnut binding

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‘Ecolu Wale nō

‘Ecolu Wale nō

Available, Concert /

It only takes three notes to make a chord. Only three sounds; so much drama from such simplicity. They rise and fall together yet every note can be played as a chord. How can anything so simple be so beautiful? Can such beauty rise from such simplicity? We dare say yes, and you will too.  You only need three notes… Hear the chord with ‘Ekolu Wale Nō!   M.S.R.P: $1357.50 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 93-CP-E Name: ‘Ecolu Wale nō Size: Concert – ‘Ekolu Body Type: Pinapple Type of Build: Basic   WOOD Top: Big Birds Eye Redwood Sides: Sapele Back: Sapele Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Rosewood Headstock: Walnut Other: Simple Rosette, Walnut binding

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Aliso Buena

Aliso Buena

Available, Concert /

The Aliso Buena displays the glory and beauty of the sycamore tree. Southern California’s gentle sea breeze brings salty air to the trees. The warm days and cool nights are ideal for growth and the sycamore grows tall and wide. When harvested, it shows its details as if it was showing off how beautiful the days were and how the onshore breeze pressed into the bark to guide its inner colors. You can feel Southern California and the joy of living here every time you strum. More than California dreaming, this is the Aliso Buena.   M.S.R.P: $1346.35 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 91-C Name: Aliso Buena Size: Concert Body Type: Figure eight Type of Build: Basic   WOOD Top: California Sycamore Sides: California Sycamore Back: California Sycamore Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Indian Rosewood Bridge: Indian Rosewood / California Sycamore Headstock: California Sycamore Other: Simple Rosette, Walnut binding

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Nā Kaula Hau’oli

Nā Kaula Hau’oli

Available, Baritone /

The joyous sounds of kanikapila coming from auntie’s lanai pour over the neighborhood. Uncle’s bass line rips up and down the neck, keeping rhythm with the ipu and harmonizing with the chorus. You can join in with the lead and spread the love over the ensemble with the “Nā Kaula Hau’oli”. The six strings fill the air with excitement, and the rich Koa wood presents it with much aloha. Ukulele play that classic Hawaiian strum and you all end in a classic vamp. Now get ready to play it again! “Hana Hou!” yells the neighbor. Come get excited. Thrilling strings never stop. M.S.R.P $2814.50 TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 86-B6 Name: Nā Kaula Hau’oli Size: Baritone Six String Body Type: Figure eight Type of Build: Custom Model   WOOD Top: Big Island Koa Sides: Big Island Koa Back: Big Island Koa Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Indian Rosewood Bridge: Indian Rosewood Headstock: Big Island Koa, top and back Other: Marquetry Rosette – Madagascar Ebony

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United Federation of Players Model 1 (SOLD)

Soprano /

From Bodfish to Bakersfield, we’ve played all the great halls around the galaxy. We’ve had fun chasin’ green gals and fighting the Gorn. BUT the best times were when you stood up and applauded us at every venue.  We LOVE you guys, and now the band is back and we’re rockin’ even harder. We can’t jump off the amp anymore, or slide on our knees across the stage, but our bell bottom jeans are tighter than ever, our hair is still long, the gold chains are still shining, our shirts are wide open, and we can rock your planet!  XXOO, UFP The Band TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 85-SP Name: UFP Model 1 Size: Soprano Body Type: Pineapple Type of Build: Custom   WOOD Top: Figured Koa Sides: Figured Koa Back: Figured Koa Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Indian Rosewood Bridge: Indian Rosewood Headstock: Indian Rosewood Other: Com-badge sound hole with Ebony marquetryBinding: N/ARosette: N/A

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The Wayfarer Model #87-C

Available, Concert /

When I was younger, we travelled to foreign lands, a single surfboard bag filled to the brim to handle all my needs. Two surfboards and two changes of clothes – take only what you need was the motto.  Of course there was always room for a ukulele. You’d never pack your favorite or most expensive uke. Just a simple quality one that sounded beautiful, nonetheless.  “Noodle arms”, tropical sunburnt skin, maybe a cut or two from the razor sharp reef we encountered during our surf session and a smile from ear to ear.  Recalling the day’s rides would be the topic of our conversations, all while playing ukulele under a coconut tree with a cold beer, relaxing in the shade. Those days were our dreams made reality – and so many dreams came true! The Wayfarer Model ukulele is a continuation of that dream. It’s an all African mahogany ukulele unfinished interior, no bells, no whistles, just great sound at a great price. Grover tuners, Aquila red strings, bone saddle and nut. Available in tenor, concert, or soprano, with the neck connection at the 14th fret. Limited up-grades and no substitutions. Left-handed models are available at no extra charge. TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 87-C Name: The Wayfarer Model Size: Concert Body Type: Figure Eight Type of Build: Basic   WOOD Top: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Back: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Mahogany Bridge: Mahogany Headstock: Mahogany Other: N/A

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Lani La (Sunny Days)

Available, Tenor /

No matter where you go in Hawaii, rain seems to be a tropical blessing. Clouds can’t help but rain over the fertile soil.  Oftentimes, the forest calls for light. The most beautiful days are when the sun breaks through the cloud cover. The trade winds then inevitably appear, gently clearing away the gloom, revealing Lani La.  Brilliant, shining light is how its tone and resonance feels. So bright, but not biting; so full, yet not heavy. Strumming or picking, she will bring the sun. Immerse yourself in the brightness of Lani La… TYPE OF INSTRUMENT UKULELE Instrument # 80-T Name: Lani La (Sunny Days) Size: Tenor Body Type: Figure Eight Type of Build: Custom   WOOD Top: Sitka Spruce Sides: Chocolate Albieza Back: Chocolate Albieza Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Indian Rosewood Bridge: Indian Rosewood Headstock: Indian Rosewood Other: Binding: Walnut Rosette: Stock

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