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Hello all. I have been looking for some info or plans for building a Tahitian banjo. Haven't found anything too useful so far. I did find a blog in an older thread, but was looking for more detailed info. I know its not too common on here but I thought I would check.

Thanks, Greg
 
Hi there, I got one made in a New Zealand Prison - very solid out of one piece of oak. Could double up as a Patu.

Here is a link that might be of help:
If you look under construction there are a few good images that give you a bit of an idea.
http://tahitianukulele.blogspot.co.nz/p/information.html

Here is another link with great images:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ukulele-Raromatai/555872834496548?ref_type=bookmark

You could always send a message to one of those builders - Polynesians are amongst the most helpful and friendly people on earth and i am sure most would share their wisdom.
 
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You might have more success searching for a Tahitian ukulele as that is what it's commonly called. I've got one and it's a kick. Look up Scott Zuziak for inspiration. He makes the most amazing Tahitian ukes I've ever seen. You don't really need plans. Grab a few images from a Google image search and figure it out from there. My neighbor builds them and they are really very simple instruments.
 
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