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Resonator Ukulele

Hello all.  I would like to build a ukulele with a resonator.  I have made 4 CB ukes, so I have the basics.  So what's next?  I could use some photos and other relevent process tips.  On one of the discussions, some one mentioned bridge placement on

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Classical ball end strings

Hey everybody, I am building a concert  scale pot lid reso uke,with a piezo pickup.  My string ends will show thru the tail piece.  So ball end strings may be the ticket.  Can anyone recommend steel wrapped nylon strings that will tune like a uke?  A

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Baritone Ukulele

Hello,   I have most of the specs I need for a baritone CB ukulele, but the box size is my dilemma.  Since baritone ukes are large instruments, I would think  a larger cigar box would be required.  If you have built one, what size box would you recom

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Classical Ball end strings

Hey everybody, I am building a concert  scale pot lid reso uke,with a piezo pickup.  My string ends will show thru the tail piece.  So ball end strings may be the ticket.  Can anyone recommend steel wrapped nylon strings that will tune like a uke?  A

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Banjo Ukulele

Greetings all.  I want to build a banjo ukulele and am having trouble finding  resources for parts, especially a smaller size pot.  Also, will I need a trus rod for  a concert length instrument with nylon strings.  Any help is appreciated. 

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Resonator Ukulele

Hello all.  I would like to build a ukulele with a resonator.  I have made 4 CB ukes, so I have the basics.  So what's next?  I could use some photos and other relevent process tips.  On one of the discussions, some one mentioned bridge placement on

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