Handcrafted Ukuleles
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Or, what’s all the hubbub, Bub? There are a number of words that all try to describe how something old is used to make something new. Those used to describe the reuse of wood products can be particularly confusing. There has also been a fair amount of controversy on what each term really means. We […]
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Hāmākua Musical Instruments (HMI) was founded in 2018 by luthier Ross Yamamoto on a small farm in Vista, California. His Hawaiian parents instilled in Ross a love and stewardship for the land and the ocean. From the wood to the glue to the finish, HMI responsibly builds ukuleles by choosing products and processes that have
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A cool wind blows across the land. The scent of ginger and plumeria fill the air. The mist from Akaka falls gently presses against your brow, and the sounds of Hawaii fill your mind. Palm trees and Banana leaf rustle in the wind and the simple, yet beautiful, sounds of Ukulele, laughter, song, and aloha
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