Ukulele
​ ​Concert Honu Tattoo
​​ ​ Tattoo models built with laser-engraved tops that enhance the beauty of either our Soprano long neck, or Concert models.
I currently offer 2 designs - the "Honu" (turtle) and the "Cherry Blossoms". Custom designs can also be engraved.
Necks are joined at the 14th fret. This model is available in select or light curly koa, E. Indian rosewood fretboard/bridge (domestic sales), Ebony for export.
Keys are open gear Grover with black buttons. Open pore gloss finish.
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​​ Sun Concert ​
​​ Sun concert models have a stunning sun design, laser cut Paua abalone shell inlaid around the soundhole.  These ukulele are made with light to medium curl koa, koa upgrades are available for this model.
​High gloss mirror finish with waterborne lacquer.
Top flame option can be inlaid into the fret board.

Tenor ​

​​ ​ Plain tenor 4, 6, 8 string.  ​Select/light curl koa,
Grover gold closed gear keys 14:1 ratio.
​Plain tenors feature an overlaid rosette inlaid with abalone dots.
High gloss mirror finish with waterborne lacquer.
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Custom Binded CB models

These models are built with curly koa OEM, PFC option available as well.
​The body is binded in a black & white pinstripe, faux tortoise shell outer bind, top and back.
​The rosette is a seven piece design with koa, abalone shell and pinstripes.
​The headstock is also binded with either a koa or ebony inlay.
​Ebony fretboard and bridge.
​ ​Soprano/concerts come with Grover gold open gear tuners, black buttons. Gotoh adjustable post, open gear upgrade available.
​Available in Soprano Long neck, concert and tenor.
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Custom Shop ​

​​ ​ ​Base features of the CB model with included upgrades: ​ ​ ​
​Premium full curl Koa ​, Paua abalone purfling, fully binded fretboard and headtock.
​See options page for more upgrades.
​These models come OEM with Gotoh closed gear, high ratio gold tuners.

Signature Series

​​ ​These pieces are one-offs that you create.  I'll work closely with you to design an instrument suited to your taste. Whether you are a professional or an avid hobbyist, you can have the ukulele of your dreams built by Derek Shimizu.
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