As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.
Interesting hobby. It seems to involve a lot of attention to detail.
That is really neat. I envy your ability to play one. I bought one and a how to book but have made no progress. I just put it in with my keyboard, banjo and guitar all of which I can't play. I have never had the time to apply my desire to my schedule.
TriX
Loc: Raleigh, NC
Wow! Beautiful craftsmanship.
Very interesting. Wish I could hear what it sounds like. The type of wood determines the sound doesn't it? It is really good looking but hard to play under the best of conditions.
Nice work. Now you're a Luthier.
jerryc41 wrote:
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.
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Creative approach and challenging. Great job.
jerryc41 wrote:
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.
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WOW! You are very talented.
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