Koolau T100SP - Build a Custom Uke

Koolau T100SP - Custom Options & Upgrades
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Koolau T100SP - Custom Options & Upgrades
$1,895.00 |or$172/month*
Ko'olau Tenor 100SP. These are hand built by Noa Bonk using the finest woods, only Hide Glue, and a vintage style satin nitrocellulose finish. Ko'oolau consistently makes an excellent sounding ukulele. If you are craving some serious tone from a tenor, this may be just what you need.
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Design Your Own Ko'olau Custom

Please note that you are not ordering a "In Stock" ukulele with this product. This enables you to custom order a 'uke with all the options of your choice. It then will be about 6-8 months before completion of your custom 'uke. Please contact us if you have any questions!

These are Ko'olau Tenor T100SP models. Just like the regular T100 but with top binding and purfling. How is the T100 different from the T1? Upgrade on woods, abalone rosette, & ebony fretboard and bridge are the main differences. Both come with Bone Nut and Saddle, Gotoh tuning keys, 100% Hide Glue construction, Nitro-Cellulose lacquer finish, a deluxe hard case and a lifetime warranty. On top of the SP binding upgrade, at the bottom of the page you can add the extra features you would like and order your own custom Hawaiian Ukulele!

2 great examples of the Ko'olau T100SP

One is a Cedar top with Koa sides and back and Koa binding. The second is a rare and beautiful wood known as Hawaiian mahogany (originally Cuban Mahogany). Here is a video:

These are hand built by Noa Bonk using the finest materials and utilizing the last 15 years of full time custom ukulele making experience. If you are craving some serious tone from a tenor, we guarantee this model will satisfy your uke dreams!

There are a number of reasons Ko’olau is a great choice for your ultimate ukulele. One reason is because in this day and age of mass production, Ko’olau Ukuleles are all handmade and setup by Noa Bonk. This ukulele is truly custom built by a master builder!

As you can hear, this model has excellent balance and sustain. For us, getting these instruments is a special thing. The feel of a Ko'olau gives you more freedom to just play and love it. As Zach said in describing Koolau ukuleles, "It just feels right".

The only problem with Ko'olau is trying to keep them in stock. Because of the small production nature of the custom shop, and their high demand around the world, this method of ordering is the fastest way to get one. We fit you into one of our build slots and you will have a Ko'olau in 2-4 months. This ensures you a beautiful and professional level ukulele. We guarantee you'll love it!

This is a tenor sized instrument and comes with a tenor hardshell case.

All Solid wood Ukuleles get a Humidifier for no extra charge!

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Specs
  • Curly Koa top, back, and sides 
  • Option for top binding and alternate top woods
  • Ebony fingerboard and tie type bridge
  • Ebony faceplate with pearl logo inlay
  • Pearl fingerboard position dots (optional)
  • Bone nut and saddle
  • Abalone rosette 
  • Headstock option for regular or slotted
  • Gotoh nickel geared or friction tuners.
  • Satin Nitrocellulose finish.
  • Measurements:
    • Total length: 26-38” 
    • Body Length: 12-1/16” 
    • Body width/Upper bout/Lower bout: 6-1/2” 8-15/16” 
    • Body Depth upper bout/Lower bout: 2-9/16” 3-1/8”
    • Fingerboard width at nut and 12th fret: 1-3/8” 1-11/16” 
    • Soundhole diameter: 2-5/8” 
    • Scale length: 16-15/16”
  • Ko’olau Wooden Hardshell Case
  • 2-4 month turnaround
Options

Build Your Own Ko'olau!

Every Ko'olau comes with a deluxe wooden Ko'olau Case: [Pic 1
Oahu Hard Case
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Oahu Hard Case
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Custom Options

We start off with a Ko'olau T100SP. From there you can choose woods upgrade for highly figured woods. All wood will be different, especially with Koa. But we can request lighter or darker for you. (you can make a note under special instructions)

You have the choice of a Cedar or Spruce top. This is to many the ultimate tone woods for a soundboard. It increases volume and range. Some prefer the focused mid range that Koa has, and the Ash wood growing on our islands is another wonderful tone wood.

This model comes with the regular headstock but can be upgraded to a slotted headstock: [regular headstock
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Here is an example of the Slotted Headstock.
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Other options include a radius of the fretboard, and also an option for no fret markers on the fingerboard face. (still has side dots for your viewing).

The last big option is choosing a pickup system if you are plugging in.

Extra Options

The Herco HE360, is the included humidifier. You can upgrade to the more expensive Oasis Ukulele Humidifier (OH-18). This is suggested if you live in a low humidity area.(parts of California, Nevada, Arizona, etc..) including cold winter areas if you are heating the air most of the day and night. For more info see our Ukulele Care link at the bottom of the site

If you want a different set of strings you can buy them at the strings section and just note that you want us to change them in the special instructions.

No extra charge for Low G just write Low G under special instructions.

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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