Ukulele Eddie
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Laughlin 2K $1,150 (this is a 2K, not a 2M)
Literally a week after I sold my last sopranos earlier this year (love 'em but am more comfortable concert size and up), I stumbled onto a Laughlin 2K (originally listed as 2M per title, but Tim Laughlin confirmed this is koa). I had heard such great things about them and figured I'd enjoy it for a few months and then sell it. While that remains the plan, I'm finding it hard to let this one go! In my best Most Interesting Man in the World voice (Dos Equis), "I don't always play soprano but when I do, I prefer Laughlin. Triple-strum, my friends."
This uke was represented as "new closed music store inventory" when I bought it. Well, it certainly was not new but I was so taken by the tone I decided not to return it despite the seller eager to take it back as he had allegedly had two back offers at more than I paid. I cleaned it up and put on some Worth Browns. Its build year is 2007 (Tim told me how to check).
If you're not familiar with Tim Laughlin, he is widely reputed to craft one of the most authentic vintage-style Martin reproductions available. Simply search on Laughlin and you'll find plenty of accolades. New Laughlins are only available through Elderly and used ones are very hard to come by (there's a used 5K on Elderly for $3K for anyone interested).
This beauty has some koa body and mahogany neck. This uke is in very good condition. There are no material marks or dings. Tim wasn't sure which finish this has, but he did some that year with very light shellac finishes instead of the usual lacquer. I tend to think it's shellac, which is not quite as durable as lacquer but can have some tone benefits as it's lighter.
Price $1,150 plus actual shipping. Includes Stagg case (has some smudges on it but it's a nice case). I offer a 3-day inspection period. If not thrilled, return it to me and I'll refund all but any shipping costs.
Literally a week after I sold my last sopranos earlier this year (love 'em but am more comfortable concert size and up), I stumbled onto a Laughlin 2K (originally listed as 2M per title, but Tim Laughlin confirmed this is koa). I had heard such great things about them and figured I'd enjoy it for a few months and then sell it. While that remains the plan, I'm finding it hard to let this one go! In my best Most Interesting Man in the World voice (Dos Equis), "I don't always play soprano but when I do, I prefer Laughlin. Triple-strum, my friends."
This uke was represented as "new closed music store inventory" when I bought it. Well, it certainly was not new but I was so taken by the tone I decided not to return it despite the seller eager to take it back as he had allegedly had two back offers at more than I paid. I cleaned it up and put on some Worth Browns. Its build year is 2007 (Tim told me how to check).
If you're not familiar with Tim Laughlin, he is widely reputed to craft one of the most authentic vintage-style Martin reproductions available. Simply search on Laughlin and you'll find plenty of accolades. New Laughlins are only available through Elderly and used ones are very hard to come by (there's a used 5K on Elderly for $3K for anyone interested).
This beauty has some koa body and mahogany neck. This uke is in very good condition. There are no material marks or dings. Tim wasn't sure which finish this has, but he did some that year with very light shellac finishes instead of the usual lacquer. I tend to think it's shellac, which is not quite as durable as lacquer but can have some tone benefits as it's lighter.
Price $1,150 plus actual shipping. Includes Stagg case (has some smudges on it but it's a nice case). I offer a 3-day inspection period. If not thrilled, return it to me and I'll refund all but any shipping costs.
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