Magic Fluke "Firefly" Soprano Banjolele w/ Pickup (Premium Package)

Magic Fluke "Firefly" Soprano Banjolele w/ Pickup
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Magic Fluke "Firefly" Soprano Banjolele w/ Pickup
$461.00 |or$42/month*

This is the Firefly banjo uke from the Magic Fluke. Soprano size but with a tenor volume! These models have the upgraded wood fretboard versus the regular synthetic one and it is quite nice. You can either choose the maple neck, as seen in the video and pics 1 and 2, or the walnut one seen in pics 3 and on.

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The premium package is basically how we've been custom ordering most models this way now because it really showcases the quality you can achieve with The Magic Fluke Co.'s amazing designs. The wood fretboard and real frets are a must for us. We have to have frets to do a real setup and guarantee the service we include with each uke. It also just feels and sounds better in my opinion, though all Fluke instruments sound great. And the other upgrade we feel is essential because accurately tuning and holding tune is essential, is the Peghed tuners, which are a 4:1 gear ratio for finer tuning and gear locked to hold. The package also includes the Deluxe gig bag custom made also in America, but by TKL. Thickly padded with shoulder strap, handle, pocket and zipper enclosure. In black water resistant nylon. That's what we call the premium package.

This is the Firefly banjo uke from Magic Fluke. Soprano size with a tenor volume! These models have the upgraded wood fretboard, versus the regular synthetic one and it is quite nice. This is the walnut version and looks great! It also comes with Open Source Sensors internal pickup so it's ready to plug in and play for live performance or recording.

These may, to some, seem pricey, given the simple design. But they are made in the US with US-made parts. They are less shiny than the normal banjolele but the sound is so classic with the sticatto punchy attack. They are light in weight, easy to play, and at this price, take the cake in tone. 

We are including the Fluke padded gig bag. We will also be setting up the bridge and taping off for you with instructions and making sure it plays it's absolute best and has no flaws. This is how we do our job for you and we hope you can take advantage of what we offer as a free service.  

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Specs

The 8” head is synthetic Mylar-based Remo Renaissance with Acousticon pot, factory tuned and assembled.

The simple open back design is lightweight and requires no tuning.

The action is adjustable thru the removal or addition of the fiber washers at the end of the strut where it connects to the drum frame.

The drum head is easily replaceable with the removal of one screw and the wedge. Replacements will be available for about $35 although I don’t expect there will be much need.

"Remo manufactures both in the U.S. and overseas. Per our request, all future heads will be manufactured in the U.S. We will pay a bit more but we feel it’s worth it to us to be 100% U.S.A. made (consistent with our other instruments) not to mention the quality and production control advantages. I believe this puts us in a class by ourselves when it comes to US-made stringed instruments." -- Dale Webb, Designer and maker of Flukes

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This ukulele includes our setup work and a gig bag. Add other items to your cart to create a package.

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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