Toon is an Australian wood that is an invasive species in Hawaii. I was given some by Casey, one of the caretakers of Ho’oulu ‘Āina, a 100 acre nature preserve dedicated to food, medicine, housing and community on Oahu. Toon is also called Australian Cedar or Australian Mahogany and I think it works and sounds like a combination of the two. It makes a lightweight, resonant and beautiful ukulele that is a good alternative to Koa. Since it is invasive, removing it helps the native forest and building from it is a responsible choice. There are many bug holes in this board, including a prominent one between the sound hole and the bridge, which I think adds character to this unique instrument. I paired the Toon with a scrap wood Mahogany neck and some local Walnut. A portion of this sale will go to Ho’oulu ‘Āina.

I can easily switch this to a low G or add K&K pickup for $150. Comes with a hardshell case. Price is $2050 plus shipping.

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