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ukuleles2012-03-14 11:23 am
newredshoes) wrote in ukuleles2012-03-14 11:23 am
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Daily Ukulele: What this sound needs is more salmon.
We've seen some pretty great custom ukes at Daily Ukulele: walruses, pirate maps, Roc 'Em Sock 'Em robots, even one made from an Altoids tin. This one, however, joins the ranks of the mighty. Coming to you from DaSilva Ukulele Company, please welcome the salmon soprano.
"This instrument is the first in a series of fish decorated concert ukuleles. While the instrument is definitely whimsical, the sound and playability of this instrument is not. Topped with old-growth vertical grain fir with a body of primavera ("white mahogany") this ukulele is loud, clear, balanced and responsive. Many folks had opportunity to play it at the festival, and I feel it safe to say that everyone was pleasantly surprised. It is hard to see from the photos, but the tail is carved and tapered to mimic a real fish tail. With Peghed tuners, extended fingerboard and same careful construction that goes into all my instruments, this was built to be a serious player. The artwork was wonderfully executed by Elizabeth Newton in acrylic with a tough lacquer overcoat. I look forward to more examples of her sense of color and ability to make the images come alive."
"This instrument is the first in a series of fish decorated concert ukuleles. While the instrument is definitely whimsical, the sound and playability of this instrument is not. Topped with old-growth vertical grain fir with a body of primavera ("white mahogany") this ukulele is loud, clear, balanced and responsive. Many folks had opportunity to play it at the festival, and I feel it safe to say that everyone was pleasantly surprised. It is hard to see from the photos, but the tail is carved and tapered to mimic a real fish tail. With Peghed tuners, extended fingerboard and same careful construction that goes into all my instruments, this was built to be a serious player. The artwork was wonderfully executed by Elizabeth Newton in acrylic with a tough lacquer overcoat. I look forward to more examples of her sense of color and ability to make the images come alive."