Kinnard Tenor - "Luthier's Reserve" #1
*** Kinnard Luthier's Reserve #1 ***
We attended the 2015 Ukulele Guild convention this weekend and the first ukulele to catch our eye was this incredible Kinnard tenor. Prior to coming to the Guild show, Kevin Beddoe who runs the business and service side of Kinnard Ukes posted this in regards to this uke:
"We will be introducing the very first John S. Kinnard, "Luthier's Reserve" model which was designed and built especially for this event. This new model will incorporate design features that make it one of a kind and very special as no two are planned to be alike. This is John stepping outside the box and using his artistic sensibilities and luthiery skills to create something that shows off his creative vision of the ukulele as an object of playable art."
John S. Kinnard ukuleles have been described by some as "understated elegance". This first in the "Luthier's Reserve" really shows that aspect of John's work and is destined to be a collector's item.
But even better than the looks and appointments of this instrument? The sound is absolutely amazing, incorporating a "torrified" sitka spruce top with cocobolo back and sides and a maple neck."
We managed to snag this beauty and proudly show it to you here. If it say's "In Stock", then this one-of-a-kind, very special #1 in a new, presite series from custom luthier John S. Kinnard can be yours. It feels amazing, looks awesome, and the sound, well, take a listen as Corey tries it out.
Our sound samples are recorded for true reference and have no alteration or enhancement. Use quality playback for the most accurate listening.
One very cool aspect of this uke is the "torrified" spruce top. Ok, so what's that? The Taylor guitars website has a nice video describing this for us.
I don't have much experience with this but I do know there is something special to the tone on this ukulele. Other unique features also include an oval soundhole that has four blocks of abalone (stepping up from the three on Kinnards Series 3). On the back, the center strip of maple is actually inlayed into the cocobolo with curving purfling lines, all mitered to perfection. The wooden fret markers double as side dots in a unique and classy way and the bridge has matching inlays in a new pinless bridge design. (We give a tutorial on how to restring a uke with this style "string-through bridge at our Resource Center.)
So those are some of the cool features from this killer custom tenor made by John S. Kinnard. We are truly impressed, not only with the style, beauty, and woods, but also with the feel and sound. Congratulations to the lucky person that gets this #1 Kinnard Luthier's Reserve.
Pictures and video show the instrument now available (if it says "In Stock")! Includes Ameritage case and humidifier.
| Specs | Luthiers Reserve #1
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|---|---|
| Options | This is ukulele comes with an Ameritage case. Extra Options It also includes the more expensive Oasis Ukulele Humidifier. For more info see our Ukulele Care page. Put a note in the Special Instructions if you need to let our setup or shipping department know anything. Comes low G unless you ask for high G. After adding this to your cart, take advantage of great deals on Ukulele Accessories. With the purchase of this ukulele you won't pay shipping! A pickup with installation can be added from THIS LINK. Aloha!! |
| Brand | Kinnard |
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Setup Options
Current Turnaround Time: Amount of time it takes before shipment-
Full Setup: 10-14 Business Days
Basic Quality Control: 2-3 Days
BASIC QUALITY CONTROL covers inspecting the instrument for any major defects that would have been missed by the factory and any faults in construction that could potentially damage or limit the functionality of the instrument over time. Any defective instruments are rejected and replaced. We make sure that each Ukulele meets the basic standard for a brand new instrument and will be ready to play once you receive it. A final cleanup is also included after inspection before packing and shipment.
Full Setup - FREE for all Ukuleles $399 and over / $20.00 for Ukuleles from $300-399 / $30.00 for Ukuleles Under $300
Includes:
-Overall QC evaluation: To find defects in construction as well as to get an overall view of the instrument and note the areas that need extra attention and adjustment during the setup.
-Saddle Adjustment: The height of the saddle is lowered to reduce the distance between the strings and the fretboard, making it easier to play than the factory setup, especially higher up the fretboard.
-Nut Slot Adjustment: The depth, width, and angle of the nut slots are adjusted to create a more comfortable playing experience especially on the lower frets.
-Fret Dressing: After adjusting the nut and saddle heights, high spots in the fretboard or uneven frets will potentially cause fret buzz, dead spots, or other unwanted problems. The frets are filed to create a more consistent level across the fretboard. We then crown the frets to return their rounded curvature back to the top of each fret creating a clear contact point for each string. We then smooth and polish the frets and condition the fingerboard to bring them back to new condition.
-Final Cleanup: We always do a final overall cleanup of the instrument to make sure it is in new condition and ready to play before it is prepared for shipment.
Rush Setup & Delivery - Additional $50.00
The RUSH SETUP AND DELIVERY service is for customers who would still like to receive everything included in the full setup but on a shorter time frame. One of our setup technicians will work overtime outside of normal business hours to complete the setup within 2-3 days of the order being placed and immediately hand it over to the shipping department for packing and shipment. The $50.00 rush charge is in addition to the cost of the full setup.
Additional services (see individual product listings to add these services to your order)
Re-stringing: We will replace the factory installed stock string set with a new set of your choosing. Select the “replace stock strings” option when adding your desired string set to the shopping cart.
Strap Button Installation: 1-2 buttons are installed to allow the use of a strap. Color options available.
Pickup installation: for players who would like the option to play or record with amplification.
Friction Tuner Upgrade (friction tuners only): We offer upgrade options for select instruments with friction tuners to be retrofitted with new geared tuners for better precision and comfort when tuning.
Left-handed Setup: Left-handed setups are also available upon request. Occasionally an additional charge may be added for compensated saddles on select models.