#486- Port Orford Cedar and Curly Maple Alto Ukulele

This one hits all the marks for the Beansprout vibe: crazy figured wood paired with other humble materials, salvaged, repurposed and sustainable sourcing, easy playability and great tone. Don’t forget the single nail hole to keep us humble. The curly/spalted/quilted maple back and sides came from Char from Mya-Moe. She often saved pieces like this for me as she knew I was pretty adventurous. The pistachio fretboard, headplate and bridge feature some nice sapwood and are from California orchards. The old growth fir neck is from a floor joist. The simple walnut binding adds a nice contrast and ties it all together.