The AU series features very unique construction. Rather than being built with a separate top, sides, and back like most ukuleles, the body of the AU starts as a solid block of wood and is routed out, so that the back and sides are a single piece of wood. A top is then added to complete the body. This construction method gives these instruments a unique sound and brilliant playability. They also utilize distinctive features such as a Stereo Sound Port, Elevated Comfort Armrest, and Edgeless Comfort Heel.

Okoume Neck: The Okoume neck provides greater playing comfort.

- Purpleheart fretboard: The Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this ukulele.

- Flamed Maple top: The Flamed Maple top creates an attractive visual profile and offers a bright and tight tone.

- Solid Paulownia back and sides: The light weight Paulownia back and sides offer well-balanced tone with superior note definition and added brightness.

- Ibanez Undersaddle pickup: The Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup accurately reproduces the acoustic nature of the ukulele.

- Ibanez AEQ-2U preamp w/Onboard tuner: The AEQ-2U preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ and a convenient, easy-to-read digital tuner.

- Purpleheart double hole bridge: The double hole bridge makes string changes super easy as there is no need to bend the strings or tie a knot at the end. This also helps maintain the correct string tension, which enhances tuning stability.

- Stereo Sound Port System: The… read more dual sound holes on the waist provide a unique surround sound effect, helping players more effectively monitor their sound.

- Elevated Comfort Armrest: This Elevated Comfort Armrest can prevent your arm from touching the body top to provide richer sound and natural sustain while providing extreme playing comfort.
Beveled Cutaway: The Beveled Cutaway offers exceptional high fret access.

- Edgeless Comfort Heel: The Edgeless Comfort Heel is smoothly rounded toward the cutaway, allowing for easy playing in any position.

- Chambered body (Acoustic): Its body starts as a solid block of wood and is routed out, so that the back and sides are a single piece of wood. A top is then added to complete the body. This construction method gives this instrument a unique sound.

Features:

- Okoume Neck
- Purpleheart fretboard
- Flamed Maple top
- Solid Paulownia back and sides
- Ibanez Undersaddle pickup
- Ibanez AEQ-2U preamp w/Onboard tuner
- Purpleheart double hole bridge
- Stereo Sound Port System
- Elevated Comfort Armrest
- Beveled Cutaway
- Edgeless Comfort Heel
- Chambered body (Acoustic)
- Gig bag included

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