• How do I order an instrument?
• How long will it take to build my 'ukulele once I order it?
• Which types of payment methods do you accept?
• Do you require a deposit?
• What type of shipping method do you use?
• What type of strings do you use?
• How do you ensure perfect intonation?
• While I'm in Hawai'i can I visit your shop?
• What makes your 'ukuleles different than others?
• I heard one of your instruments, what makes them sound so good?
• How can I personalize my 'ukulele?
• How come your 'ukuleles are so inexpensive?
• Are your instruments made in Hawai'i?
• How does your warranty work?
• Why would I have a 'ukulele made with anything else but Koa?
• What type of finish do you use?
• Are there any dealers who offer your instruments?
• How should I care for my 'ukulele?

Why would I have a 'ukulele made with anything else but Koa?

Koa is a very fine tonal wood. Its popularity in the guitar world has grown considerably. The guitar builders have found out what 'ukulele builders have known for years, Koa produces a very bright and vibrant sound with little over tones. This bright sound is what made the 'ukulele so popular. Now, some customers have trained their ear to a mellower/warmer sound. We will work together and design an instrument with a particular sound in mind. Koa is a beautiful tonal wood, but not the only tonal wood available. Some of the best sounding 'ukuleles we have built have been of Claro Walnut back and sides with a Sitka spruce soundboard. This wood combination is very popular with custom and production guitar builders. Another beautiful sounding wood combination is Brazilian Rosewood with a Western Red Cedar soundboard, which I suggest on our bigger (Tenor and Super Tenor) size instruments. The wood combinations are endless. The best advice is work with us to achieve the sound that you are envisioning for your new instrument.