Martin Konter Soprano Ukulele Flamed Koa "BYRD"
* NOTE - You will get the Martin in the PHOTOS
The Konter Ukulele may be the most valuable ukulele in the world. It was owned by Richard Konter, “Ukulele Dick,” who joined Admiral Richard Byrd’s famed expedition to the North Pole in 1926. During the expedition, he obtained signatures at every opportunity, including those of all 45 crew members of the Admiral Byrd expedition and the Admiral himself. It’s the only artifact that traveled to the North Pole because it was smuggled under the seat of the airplane. The ukulele also made a trip to the White House and was signed by President Calvin Coolidge, along with the vice president, the secretary of state, the secretary of the Navy, Theodore Roosevelt Jr., Amelia Earhart, Thomas Edison, and many, many more. The soprano ukulele contains more than 155 signatures. The replica includes all signatures, which have been carefully laser-etched into the beautiful koa wood. The soprano ukulele also features vintage style violin peg tuners and a replica of the original interior label.
SPECIFICATIONS - OVERVIEW
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BODY SIZE: Soprano Ukulele
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FINISH TOP: Satin
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CONSTRUCTION: Applied Dovetail Neck Joint
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BACK AND SIDE FINISH: Satin
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BRACING PATTERN: Soprano Ukulele
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SCALE LENGTH: 13.614''
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BRACE SHAPE: Non-Scalloped
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FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1-13/32''
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TOP MATERIAL: Koa
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NECK SHAPE :Soprano Ukulele
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BACK MATERIAL: Koa
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NECK TAPER: Standard Taper
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SIDE MATERIAL: Koa
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ELECTRONICS: Optional
SPECIFICATIONS - TOP
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TOP COLOR: None
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BRIDGE STYLE: Soprano and Concert Ukulele
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BINDING: None
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BRIDGE STRING SPACING: 1-41/64''
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TOP INLAY MATERIAL: None
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BRIDGE MATERIAL: Koa
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TOP DETAIL: Flamed
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BRIDGE PIN MATERIAL: None
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PICKGUARD: None
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BRIDGE PIN DOTS: None
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PICKGUARD INLAY: None
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SADDLE: Compensated Black Tusq
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ROSETTE: Multi-Stripe
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SADDLE RADIUS: Flat
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY
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BRACE MATERIAL: Sitka Spruce
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BACK AND SIDES COLOR: None
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BRACE SIZE: 1/4"
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BACK DETAIL: Flamed
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BACK PURFLING/STRIP: None
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BACK INLAY MATERIAL: None
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HEELCAP: None
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SIDE DETAIL: Flamed
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ENDPIECE: Black
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SIDE INLAY MATERIAL: None
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ENDPIECE INLAY: None
SPECIFICATIONS - NECK
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NECK MATERIAL: Genuine Mahogany
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FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: East Indian Rosewood
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FINISH NECK: Satin
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FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 1-13/16''
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NECK COLOR: None
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FINGERBOARD INLAY STYLE: 1/8" Dots
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NUMBER OF FRETS TOTAL: 12
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FINGERBOARD INLAY MATERIAL: Mother-of-Pearl
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NECK JOINS BODY AT: 12th Fret
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FINGERBOARD BINDING MATERIAL: None
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SIDE DOTS: White
SPECIFICATIONS - HEADSTOCK
- HEADSTOCK SHAPE: Solid with Ukulele Profile
- TUNING MACHINES: Pegheds Black Planetary Gear
- HEADPLATE MATERIAL: Mahogany
- KNOB: Large
- HEADPLATE LOGO STYLE: Custom
- NUT MATERIAL: Black Tusq
- HEADPLATE BINDING MATERIAL: None
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HEADPLATE DETAIL: None
SPECIFICATIONS - MISC
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CASE: Ply Hardshell
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LEFT HANDED AVAILABILITY: true
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LABEL: Paper Label- Clarence Williams
TERRY CARTER MUSIC STORE ADVANTAGE:
- Free Month Premium Membership at Uke Like The Pros ($29.95 Value) AND at Rock Like The Pros ($29.95 Value)
- Each Instrument Is Played and Includes 10 Point Inspection Before Shipping.
- Free Martin Padded Gigbag ($150 Value)
- Custom Setup RECOMMENDED (See Below)
- Fully Insured US and Worldwide Shipping
- Free World Famous Candy Pack
- Free Uke Like The Pros Chord Chart
- Free Uke Like The Pros Microfiber Cloth
- Free Uke Like The Pros Sticker
- Usually Ships in 1-2 Days - Unless Custom Work Added
- MARTIN ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
* CUSTOM SETUP - Each Martin comes with a factory setup BUT I strongly recommend adding a setup especially if you want the easiest playability, have arthritis, or are particular about your setups and want a low action (how close the strings are to the fretboard) please click the "ADD Custom Setup" on this page.
* REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY - I cannot stress how important a humidifier is and I HIGHLY encourage you to get one. No matter where you live humidifiers not only protect your investment but also help the warranty process go smoother because you have taken the steps to ensure the safety and protection of your ukulele. If you ever have to file a claim the first question they will ask if you have a humidifier.
*A PICKUP (several brands available) - click ADD Pickup . Normal install times vary. If you need your instrument sooner please use the RUSH pickup option.
*NOTE - You will receive the Martin in the PHOTOS
* Product may be shipped in manufacturing packaging to reduce waste.
