UkerDrew
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An all solid wood red cedar and sycamore concert ukulele from 3G Woodworks. I bought this from Aaron Keim through the forum about 2 years ago and have played it quite a bit since then. It has a surprisingly loud, sweet voice and plays very well with good intonation.
I contacted the builder Garret Gardener after purchase just to get a little more info. His website is here:
http://www.3gwoodworks.com/ukuleles.html
The top made from red cedar and back/sides made from sycamore. All of the rest of the wood (neck and bindings) is mahogany. The pickup used is an under-saddle passive pickup from a company called guitar fuel. The fretboard is fully bound too. I'm guessing also with sycamore. There are some nice abalone or similar fret markers too.
The setup is good as is the action, which I adjusted to 2.25mm at the 12th fret. It is currently strung reentrant with Fremont Blacklines. All in all a nicely put together uke!
There are a couple of cosmetic issues (see pics). You can see my strumming has caused some wear on the lacquer finish below the fretboard on the upper bout.
There is a small crease (see album) which was there when I go it 2 years ago. It hasn't changed and there is no buzzing or other issues which would indicate a loose brace or something. I would consider is a stable irregularity to the soundboard
There is a small dent (see album) on the back of the neck close to the body.
I am asking $200 via paypal which includes the case and USPS shipping within the CUSA. 48 hour inspection period. Buyer satisfaction guaranteed or full refund. Return shipping at buyers expense.
I will include a couple of sound samples in further posts. PM me with any questions.
More pics available here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsm5ck8Yp
I contacted the builder Garret Gardener after purchase just to get a little more info. His website is here:
http://www.3gwoodworks.com/ukuleles.html
The top made from red cedar and back/sides made from sycamore. All of the rest of the wood (neck and bindings) is mahogany. The pickup used is an under-saddle passive pickup from a company called guitar fuel. The fretboard is fully bound too. I'm guessing also with sycamore. There are some nice abalone or similar fret markers too.
The setup is good as is the action, which I adjusted to 2.25mm at the 12th fret. It is currently strung reentrant with Fremont Blacklines. All in all a nicely put together uke!
There are a couple of cosmetic issues (see pics). You can see my strumming has caused some wear on the lacquer finish below the fretboard on the upper bout.
There is a small crease (see album) which was there when I go it 2 years ago. It hasn't changed and there is no buzzing or other issues which would indicate a loose brace or something. I would consider is a stable irregularity to the soundboard
There is a small dent (see album) on the back of the neck close to the body.
I am asking $200 via paypal which includes the case and USPS shipping within the CUSA. 48 hour inspection period. Buyer satisfaction guaranteed or full refund. Return shipping at buyers expense.
I will include a couple of sound samples in further posts. PM me with any questions.
More pics available here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsm5ck8Yp