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DaSilva Ukulele Standard Features
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Book-matched 2-piece top and back with matching sides
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Hand-shaped, quartersawn Honduras mahogany neck
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Ebony or rosewood fretboard
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15 fret minimum, extended fretboard
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Fret position markers at 3,5,7,10 and 12 fret positions
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Matching side fret position marker dots.
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Grover 4B (black) or 4W (white) friction tuners
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Hand-rubbed nitro-cellulose lacquer finish
Wood
I have successfully built great sounding ukuleles with a variety of woods . Koa and mahogany are popular choices but you should browse the Instrument Gallery to see the many examples. I only use the highest quality, quartersawn tonewoods for instrument tops, backs, sides and necks. For koa instruments, I generally use a 3A or better grade. And wood upgrades are definitely available as I have extensive stocks of very curly master grade koa, curly and
DaSilva Ukulele Co.
2547 8th Street, Suite 28
Berkeley, CA 94710
510 649-1548
email: mike@ukemaker.com
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@ 2007 Michael DaSilva
All Rights Reserved
Honduras mahogany, various rosewoods, ziricote, primavera, mango, fiddleback and quilted maple and other exotic woods. Sitka and Englemann spruce, various cedars, salvage fir and salvage redwood is available for especially good sounding tops. I can email photos of specific wood sets for your approval as part of the custom instrument ordering process.
Base Prices
Pricing is calculated on a base price for each body size and style plus charges for upgrades in wood and decorative elements.
| Size | Body Style | Base Price |
| Soprano | Martin | $750.00 |
| Concert | Martin | $950.00 |
| Tenor | Martin | $1500.00 |
| Baritone | Martin | $1800.00 |
| Soprano | Pineapple | $750.00 |
| Concert | Pineapple | $950.00 |
| Tenor | Pineapple (same size body as concert) | $1350.00 |
Options
Decorative upgrades are priced according to the following guidelines. These are only guidelines, quotes will be provided for specific instruments. Price ranges reflect size and design variations.
| Options | Typical Price Range |
| Wood upgrade to master grade top, back and sides | $100.00-$200.00 |
| Plastic binding and purfling on top, back and sound-hole rosette | $100.00-$150.00 |
| Wood binding and purfling on top, back and sound-hole rosette | $100.00-$200.00 |
| Abalone rosette and top purfling. | $100.00-$200.00 |
| Simple peghead inlay (abalone, mother-of-pearl, wood, etc.) | $50.00-$100.00 |
| Decorative or pin bridge | $50.00 |
| Radiused fingerboard | $100.00 |
| Peghed brand 4:1 geared tuners (4-string) | $100.00 |
| B-Band and Mi-Si under-saddle transducers and active pre-amps(various models available) | $120.00-$250.00 |
| French polish shellac finish | $250.00 |
Instrument Cases
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Hard shell, styrofoam, black cloth covering |
$35.00 |
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Hard shell, black rubber covering |
$65.00 - $75.00 |
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DaSilva Ukulele Co. exclusive! New ukulele cases for your favorite ukes. These are very high-quality cases, constructed with molded fiberglass, ballistic nylon covering, YKK zippers, and high-density foam padding. Each case even has a built-in combination lock and shoulder strap. Available in soprano, concert and tenor sizes, these cases are lighter and much less bulky than other contemporary cases. Click on the photos for a larger image.
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Deluxe hard shell, Tolex covering |
$110.00 - $120.00 |
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Warranty
I believe in 100% customer satisfaction. If for ANY reason that the original owner of a DaSilva Ukulele Co. instrument is EVER dissatisfied with the product, I will repair, replace or provide a partial or full refund as is appropriate. Of course, neglect, abuse or accident is not covered.
Ordering
Please order by phone or email. I look forward to discussing your requirements. A deposit of 25% of the purchase price is required to confirm an order and provide you with an estimated delivery date. Payment is by cash or check only. Balance of purchase price is due prior to delivery. California sales tax will be added when applicable. Shipping and handling is extra. Model availability, components, descriptions and prices are subject to change without notice.