The fourth alto ukulele in a row this month! This one has some really unique features and I’m excited to get it to its final home. First up is the blue stained Port Orford Cedar. It occurs naturally in this log, I don’t do anything to it to get those blue streaks. Next, the Mastergrade Myrtle back and sides are also unique, as the back is one wide piece of Myrtle with an asymmetrical look. I chose a grafted pistachio fretboard, an old growth fir neck and curly maple binding to wrap it up. It is lightweight, resonant and easy to play, I’m really pleased with it! The Myrtle and Port Orford Cedar are from the Oregon coast, the pistachio is from California orchards (all from www.woodfromthewest.com) and the fir is salvaged from an old floor joist.

“Just wanted to drop a line saying that the uke arrived yesterday and it’s really exceeded my expectations. It’s so easy to play and the tone is amazing. I’ve had a number of nice sopranos and concerts but this one really captures what I like about both sizes.
- A. S. ”