Pistachio is a rather dense hardwood, which makes it good for the back and sides of an instrument. But, you have to get the thickness right or the uke will be on the heavy side. I feel like I’ve finally got it dialed in! The combination with the spruce top makes for a lively sound with good projection and the low g adds surprising depth. The pistachio is from California Orchards, the spruce top was cut in 1960’s for a dulcimer builder and the fir neck is from an old floor joist.

“Thank you, Aaron, Nicole, and Henry!
This by far is the nicest work of art that I have ever strummed!!
A friend mentioned Roxy’s Waltz when I wanted to increase my skill and learn fingerstyle. She took a workshop with you, Aaron at Ashokan Uke Fest in 2019. I loved how the song was written out and it was the first fingerstyle song I learned. I looked up Aaron’s name, found the website, saw the books and purchased a bunch. I loved how they were printed out and the step by step methodology. I also loved the corresponding YouTube videos so I can play along. I love Henry’s cameo appearances in the videos too. After purchasing the books I saw the gallery of instruments and could see the same passion within the books were also in the beautiful Beansprout works of art. I love that Aaron uses sustainability practices repurposing the wood too. I love my Beansprout Ukulele. It sounds awesome! The first song I played on it was Roxy’s Waltz. (with shaking hands :) )
P.S. Thank you so much, Henry for the lucky chicken feather! It’s really cool!
Best,
R. H. ”