Petros Redwood/ Malaysian Ebony Custom Baritone #158
Redwood/ Malaysian Blackwood Custom Baritone
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This is a Petros baritone ukulele and one of the most incredible instruments we've had the pleasure of showcasing. The top is a rich redwood and the back and sides are a striking Malaysian ebony. Hawaiian koa frames off this whole instrument from the body, up the neck, and around the headstock.
The rosette, purflings, end graft, and back strip are unique designs that Bruce makes himself, very intricate, very clean, and super classy!
This is truly a masterpiece in every way, especially the sound! Take a listen as Corey and Kalei sample and review it during our last podcast.
Since 1972, Bruce Petros has been building unique, custom, handmade instruments for discerning players and collectors. Matthew Petros has been building alongside his father since the year 2000. Building on a 40 year legacy of guitar making, they began building Ukuleles in 2012 and have fallen in love with the instrument, the people, and the process. We've fallen in love with the tone and craftsmanship he's brought to the ukulele and this baritone is exceptional!
Other noteworthy features include a Buffalo bone nut, saddle, an etched bone bridge cover, custom Rubner tuners, gorgeous floral purflings, back strip and rosette framed off with abalone, which is also used as the fretboard markers and the unique Petros custom etched out strap button.
Malaysian Ebony is sometimes called Malaysian Blackwood but is a true Ebony species from Malaysia. This fantastic tonewood has similar bell-like highs of Brazilian Rosewood but with a higher density for even more sustain. It pairs perfectly with this redwood top which gives all the warmth of a cedar top but with slightly more punch and ability to handle heavier strumming. Together these top of the line woods and Petros amazing talent make up one of the most unique and beautiful ukes to ever come through.
We are amazed by the beauty, quality of craftsmanship, and tone of this one. Someone will experience many years of joy with this incredible Petros custom baritone ukulele!
Materials
Top: Redwood
Back & Sides: Malaysian Ebony
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: 16" Radius Ebony, bound in Koa
FB Inlay: Abalone
Bridge: Ebony with etched bone cover
Nut and Saddle: Buffalo bone
Binding: Koa
Purfling: "Florentine 3"
Rosette: "Florentine 3 w Abalone"
Sound Port: Bound with Koa
Arched Back: 12 ft Radius
Rubner Tuners
Petros Baritone
Total Scale Length: 20.25”/51.44cm
Body Length: 13.75”/34.93cm
Overall length: 30”/76.2cm
Nut Width: 1 7/16”
Saddle Width: 2.42”/61.53mm
Lower Bout Width: 10.5”/26.67cm
Upper Bout Width: 7.5”/19.05cm
Lower Bout Depth: 3”/7.62cm
Upper Bout Depth: 2.75”/6.99cm
String Spacing
At Nut: G to C = 9.29mm G to A = 28.14mm
At 12th Fret: G to C = 12.57mm G to A = 39.02mm
At Saddle: G to C = 16.08mm G to A = 48.97mm
Options | CASE Other Options (Many found in the essential accessories above) |
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Shipping Information
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SHIPPING CARRIER OPTIONS:
FedEx is our primary shipping carrier, all orders that qualify for free domestic shipping will be sent using FedEx. UPS and DHL can also be chosen as alternative options upon checkout, USPS is only used for smaller accessory orders.
As soon as the shipping label is created you will be automatically notified via email with tracking information. All packages will be shipped with a signature requirement by default. If you do not wish to have a signature requirement you will need to notify us, either by leaving a note in the “special instructions” when adding the item(s) to your shopping cart or by emailing our shipping department directly. Any shipping related requests (hold/delay/address change) should also be directed to our shipping department ( [email protected]).
NOTE FOR INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: You may also be required to pay import duties/taxes, this will vary depending on your location and the value of the item(s). To estimate these taxes, you can contact your local customs office. Fedex also offers a helpful estimation tool: https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/international.html
UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE PERMIT: If your ukulele contains any amount of shell inlay (abalone or pearl) it will require a permit to be shipped internationally. The cost of this permit is $93.00 USD. We will handle the paperwork and file the permit for you, but the cost of all duties and fees are the responsibility of the customer.
SHIPPING COST will vary depending on the size dimensions and weight of the package as well as the destination. To get a quote, use the “Calculate Shipping Cost” link located next to the “Add to Cart button” on each listing.
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FREE SHIPPING: All orders within the USA with a total over $500 will qualify for free FedEx 2-day air shipping.
SHIPMENT AND TRACKING NOTIFICATIONS are sent automatically via email as soon as the shipping label is created so please make sure your email address is accurate when placing the order. Outgoing shipments are picked up by our shipping carriers Monday through Friday.
ACCESSORY AND CASE ORDERS: While non-instrument orders for cases and accessories do not require the same processing time needed for instruments, they do require time for processing and packing. The typical processing time for accessory/case orders is (1-4 business days) depending on current order volume.
CURRENT SETUP PROCESSING TIMES AND DETAILS ARE LOCATED UNDER THE “SETUP OPTIONS” TAB.*
*If you would like to receive your instrument as soon as possible you can forego the full setup process by selecting the “Basic QC Only” option or by selecting the “Full Setup RUSH” option when adding instruments to your shopping cart. More details are available under the “Setup Options” tab.
Setup Options
Current Turnaround Time: Amount of time it takes before shipment-
Full Setup: 10-14 Business Days
Basic Quality Control: 2-3 Days
BASIC QUALITY CONTROL covers inspecting the instrument for any major defects that would have been missed by the factory and any faults in construction that could potentially damage or limit the functionality of the instrument over time. Any defective instruments are rejected and replaced. We make sure that each Ukulele meets the basic standard for a brand new instrument and will be ready to play once you receive it. A final cleanup is also included after inspection before packing and shipment.
Full Setup - FREE for all Ukuleles $399 and over / $20.00 for Ukuleles from $300-399 / $30.00 for Ukuleles Under $300
Includes:
-Overall QC evaluation: To find defects in construction as well as to get an overall view of the instrument and note the areas that need extra attention and adjustment during the setup.
-Saddle Adjustment: The height of the saddle is lowered to reduce the distance between the strings and the fretboard, making it easier to play than the factory setup, especially higher up the fretboard.
-Nut Slot Adjustment: The depth, width, and angle of the nut slots are adjusted to create a more comfortable playing experience especially on the lower frets.
-Fret Dressing: After adjusting the nut and saddle heights, high spots in the fretboard or uneven frets will potentially cause fret buzz, dead spots, or other unwanted problems. The frets are filed to create a more consistent level across the fretboard. We then crown the frets to return their rounded curvature back to the top of each fret creating a clear contact point for each string. We then smooth and polish the frets and condition the fingerboard to bring them back to new condition.
-Final Cleanup: We always do a final overall cleanup of the instrument to make sure it is in new condition and ready to play before it is prepared for shipment.
Rush Setup & Delivery - Additional $50.00
The RUSH SETUP AND DELIVERY service is for customers who would still like to receive everything included in the full setup but on a shorter time frame. One of our setup technicians will work overtime outside of normal business hours to complete the setup within 2-3 days of the order being placed and immediately hand it over to the shipping department for packing and shipment. The $50.00 rush charge is in addition to the cost of the full setup.
Additional services (see individual product listings to add these services to your order)
Re-stringing: We will replace the factory installed stock string set with a new set of your choosing. Select the “replace stock strings” option when adding your desired string set to the shopping cart.
Strap Button Installation: 1-2 buttons are installed to allow the use of a strap. Color options available.
Pickup installation: for players who would like the option to play or record with amplification.
Friction Tuner Upgrade (friction tuners only): We offer upgrade options for select instruments with friction tuners to be retrofitted with new geared tuners for better precision and comfort when tuning.
Left-handed Setup: Left-handed setups are also available upon request. Occasionally an additional charge may be added for compensated saddles on select models.