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• Apr 4, 2014

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I got my beloved David Newton Soprano a month or so ago, but have been too busy to post until now. This stunning soprano has pernambuco back, sides, neck, fretboard, and bridge with a flamed mahogany top and peg head veneer. Ebony pegs, nut, and saddle. Designed with a Martin Style 0 in mind. Finished with David's famous french polish. It sounds similar to my 30's Martin but with a more rounded tone in the upper register. Very bell like. It has a very slim neck that is really easy to play. I will post a sound sample when I get the confidence to play something for y'all.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Some more pictures. Also, the case is from Gator.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Man, oh man :drool:

Congrats -- that's a beauty.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Woah, lovely, classic looks, and gorgeous.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Cool! It has a vintage look to it. Congratulations!

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Congratulations! It's a great looking ukulele. Would love to hear it.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Hey Early...don't wait...pick a song you like and just strum the chords. My Newton was meant for strumming!

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Really classic/classy looking!

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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Very nice! Love that top! :drool:

John

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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That's absolutely gorgeous.

 

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• Apr 4, 2014

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David builds a mean uke. Just realized the other day that I received my Newton tenor one year ago. I've played the heck out of it. You are correct in pointing out that his french polish is amazing. I play a fair amount of claw hammer and my other ukes show a lot of wear. The Newton still looks brand new. Love that you went with the wood friction pegs. The pernambuco looks incredible. Also like that gator case. Enjoy.