Ko'olau Deluxe Spruce/Myrtle Gloss Slothead Tenor with LR Baggs 5.0 installed

Ko'olau Deluxe Custom Spruce/Myrtle Tenor Gloss Slot Head
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Ko'olau Deluxe Custom Spruce/Myrtle Tenor Gloss Slot Head
$3,645.00 |or$331/month*

This is one of the most phenomenal ukes you will find. It is a custom build from Noa Bonk at Ko'olau.

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Ko'olau Deluxe Spruce/Myrtle Gloss Slothead Tenor

Pictures and videos show the exact ukulele now available here (if it says "In Stock").

This first sample from Kalei shows this ukulele with a Southcoast HML-RW low g set.

This is an awesome new "Deluxe" tenor from Ko'olau with a European spruce top and myrtle wood back and sides. Ebony is used for the fingerboard and bridge. The slotted headstock faceplate and binding are a beautiful curly Hawaiian koa. It's finished in a perfect nitrocellulose gloss finish and the build quality and precision is second to none.

This tenor was custom made by Noa Bonk and finished by Ryan Condon. It is built using only hide glue. It's very light in weight with a clear, warm sound we think you will love. 

Take a look and listen to Sam Lemann sampling this beautiful Ko'olau. This has the Ko'olau Alohi high G set. Just let us know in the Special Instructions if you would like a different set on it.

Our sound samples are completely dry with no added reverb or compression. Use quality speakers or headphones for the most accurate listening.

European spruce is a premium soundboard tonewood. This is how the Taylor Guitars website describes it:

European spruce yields a distinctive sonic profile relative to other spruce species. Visually it often shares the lighter complexion of Engelmann spruce. Tonally it blends the power and headroom of Adirondack spruce with a touch of cedar's warmth. Depending on the body style and wood it's paired with, it can match well with sophisticated chords and fingerstyle arrangements, strummers with a firm attack, and any player looking for a responsive tone with nice complexity.

This is coupled with a beautiful back and sides made from Oregon myrtle wood. This wood is known for being clear and bright, but with a bottom end much like rosewood. Together these woods make for a very rich, yet articulate tenor.

This is a very light weight ukulele, but it has fat tone and incredible sustain. It's one of the finest ukes to ever come to us and we are proud to offer this level of quality and inspiration from Ko'olau, one of Hawaii's top custom builders.

The Deluxe model is used by Lyle Ritz, Benny Chong, Abe Lagrimas Jr., Paul Hemmings and other amazing ukulele players. Here Sam plays this ukulele while Kimo Hussey plays another Ko'olau Deluxe with the same woods, but in semi-gloss and strung with a low G.

Comes with Ko'olau case and Oasis humidifier. We wait for 8 months and longer for these custom orders but you have the rare opportunity to get a Custom Deluxe Ko'olau Tenor NOW (if it says, "In Stock")!

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Specs

* European spruce top/ Oregon Myrtle body
* Hawaiian Koa faceplate and binding
* Nitrocellulose Gloss finish
* Ebony fretboard, pin bridge
* Ebony bridge pins w/ mother of pearl dots
* Honduran mahogany neck 
* Gotoh tuners w/ebony knobs
* Ko'olau tenor hardshell plush case
* Oasis humidifier
* Lifetime warranty

Options

Every Ko'olau comes with a deluxe wooden Ko'olau case.

Extra Options

* Put a note in the Special Instructions if you would like to let our setup or shipping department know anything.

* Under the Accessories tab you can also customize this instrument by adding strap button(s) or your choice of pickup for plugging in. We recommend either the MiSi or the LR Baggs pickup for this ukulele.

* After adding this instrument to your cart, you can shop further to create your own package by adding other accessories from the website.

Aloha!

Brand Ko'olau

Shipping Information

 

For more even more details and FAQ visit our Shipping Page under the Company Info tab at the header menu.

SHIPPING CARRIER OPTIONS:
FedEx is our primary shipping carrier, all orders that qualify for free domestic shipping will be sent using FedEx. UPS and DHL can also be chosen as alternative options upon checkout, USPS is only used for smaller accessory orders. 

As soon as the shipping label is created you will be automatically notified via email with tracking information. All packages will be shipped with a signature requirement by default. If you do not wish to have a signature requirement you will need to notify us, either by leaving a note in the “special instructions” when adding the item(s) to your shopping cart or by emailing our shipping department directly. Any shipping related requests (hold/delay/address change) should also be directed to our shipping department ( [email protected]). 

NOTE FOR INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: You may also be required to pay import duties/taxes, this will vary depending on your location and the value of the item(s). To estimate these taxes, you can contact your local customs office. Fedex also offers a helpful estimation tool: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/international.html

UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE PERMIT: If your ukulele contains any amount of shell inlay (abalone or pearl) it will require a permit to be shipped internationally. The cost of this permit is $93.00 USD. We will handle the paperwork and file the permit for you, but the cost of all duties and fees are the responsibility of the customer.

SHIPPING COST will vary depending on the size dimensions and weight of the package as well as the destination. To get a quote, use the “Calculate Shipping Cost” link located next to the “Add to Cart button” on each listing.

This is made even easier when you are already logged in to your customer account. Follow this link to create an account if you don’t already have one go HERE.

FREE SHIPPING: All orders within the USA with a total over $500 will qualify for free FedEx 2-day air shipping.

SHIPMENT AND TRACKING NOTIFICATIONS are sent automatically via email as soon as the shipping label is created so please make sure your email address is accurate when placing the order. Outgoing shipments are picked up by our shipping carriers Monday through Friday. 

ACCESSORY AND CASE ORDERS: While non-instrument orders for cases and accessories do not require the same processing time needed for instruments, they do require time for processing and packing. The typical processing time for accessory/case orders is (1-4 business days) depending on current order volume. 

CURRENT SETUP PROCESSING TIMES AND DETAILS ARE LOCATED UNDER THE “SETUP OPTIONS” TAB.* 

*If you would like to receive your instrument as soon as possible you can forego the full setup process by selecting the “Basic QC Only” option or by selecting the “Full Setup RUSH” option when adding instruments to your shopping cart. More details are available under the “Setup Options” tab.

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. 

 

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