【Watch Before You Buy】MAKOLELE No.344 2025 - Gloss lacquer finish
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From MAKOLELE, the renowned ukulele builder based in Ibaraki, Japan,
comes this exceptional soprano long neck model, crafted with
premium 5A Hawaiian koa and Indian rosewood.
Master luthier Makolele has once again created a truly beautiful instrument.
This soprano long neck model features a premium Hawaiian koa top paired with
Indian rosewood back and sides, showcasing a harmonious blend of these exceptional tonewoods.
The striking contrast between the richly figured koa and the elegant rosewood highlights
the unique character and natural beauty of each wood, resulting in an instrument
that is as visually captivating as it is musically inspiring.
The distinctive voice of Hawaiian koa shines through with a bright, lively, and crisp tone.
Even with a light touch, the body responds effortlessly, producing excellent resonance, projection,
and sustain.
A beautifully balanced instrument with outstanding tonal clarity and overall performance.
Intonation is excellent, and the smooth, comfortable playability reflects the meticulous craftsmanship
and attention to detail that define Makolele's work.
An outstanding example of a soprano long neck ukulele, this instrument combines exceptional beauty,
effortless playability, and inspiring tone.
Experience the passion and craftsmanship behind this remarkable creation by Makolele.
♦Feature
Brand: MAKOLELE
Model No.: No. 344
Size: Soprano Long Neck
Top: 5A Grade Hawaiian Koa
Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Honduran Mahogany
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood (14th Fret Neck Joint / 18 Frets)
Bridge: Indian Rosewood
Headplate Veneer: Indian Rosewood
Top Binding: Hawaiian Koa
Heel Cap: Hawaiian Koa
End Strip: Hawaiian Koa
Rosette: Abalone
Position Markers / Logo: Mother of Pearl
Nut / Saddle: Duracon (Polyacetal Resin)
Tuners: GOTOH UPT-UBB-CW
Strings: KIWAYA KBM Brown Fluorocarbon
Finish: High-Gloss Lacquer
◆ MAKOLELE
MAKOLELE is a handcrafted ukulele brand built by Makoto Hirano,
a ukulele luthier based in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.
In 2011, he crafted the Grand Prize–winning ukulele at the 6th The Ukulele Contest,
after which he devoted himself fully to ukulele building.
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We have an actual store near Asakusa in Tokyo.
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1-7-3 Matsugaya, Taitou-Ku, Tokyo, JAPAN 111-0036
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