Custom Handcrafted Ukuleles
$1700
Looking for the perfect ukulele that stands out from the crowd? Look no further than de houtwinkel ukuleles. Crafted with precision and passion, our ukuleles are in a league of their own.
What sets de houtwinkel ukuleles apart from the rest? It’s our unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Each ukulele is meticulously handcrafted by a skilled artisan using only the finest materials and tools. From the beautifully resonant sound to the smooth playability, every detail is carefully considered to ensure an exceptional playing experience.
Our ukuleles are meticulously crafted to deliver unparalleled frequency response*, allowing you to create beautiful melodies that resonate with every note. Each instrument is scientifically calibrated using our sound enhancement technology from start to finish.
But it doesn’t stop there. Our ukuleles are not just instruments – they’re works of art. The stunning designs and exquisite finishes make them a true joy to behold. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned musician, de houtwinkel ukuleles will inspire you to create beautiful music and express yourself like never before.
Handcrafted features and addons:
- Sizes available: Tenor, baritone
- Top: Sinker redwood, various spruce, cedar
- Back and sides: Most species available
- Neck: Honduran mahogany, Spanish cedar, maple, walnut, etc.
- Fretboard: Rosewood or Ebony – other species available – flat or radiused
- Bridge: Rosewood or Ebony – other species available
- Rosette: One of a kind mosaic, solid, segmented or other variations
- Binding/Purfling: Rosewood, Koa, Curly Maple, Ebony – other species available
- Nut/Saddle: Bone, Tusq, or buffalo horn
- Nut Width: Custom
- Tuners: Rubner, Gotoh or personal preference
- Strings: Any string set of your choice, or de Houtwinkel fluorocarbon
- Fret Markers: Wood inlays
- Frets: Nickel/silver, Evo Gold, and Stainless
- Headstock: Solid or slotted – Custom
- Electronics: Additional charge +$50 install
- Cutaway/Arm bevel/Player Sound hole/Elevated Fingerboard: +$95 each
- Case: Hard shell
- Finish: French polish, Rubio Monocoat, or UV-Cure Polyester(additional charge by Vancouver Finishing)
- Warranty: 7 years to the original owner
- Scale Length: 20.125″ Baritone, 17″ Tenor – custom lengths available
- Additional Details: 15′ arched back. Back-strip and end-graph are custom-made. Single strap button at the rear unless otherwise noted.
You can find the latest build pics and sound samples on my Instagram page here.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Base prices are shown for each model; material(tone wood) will incur an additional charge. $500 deposit required to secure your spot in line, and an additional payment of $500 once the build details are worked out. The final payment is due before delivery.
Flat rate shipping $75 in US.
International shipping available except restricted items
Why We Sonically Test All Our Tonewood
At the Utah School of Lutherie, every piece of tonewood is sonically tested in-house to ensure it will deliver the best possible sound.
Sonic testing measures a wood’s resonant frequency, stiffness-to-weight ratio, and damping properties—key indicators of how it will perform once shaped into an instrument. Even wood from the same species, cut from the same log, can vary dramatically. By testing, we identify which pieces are bright and lively, which are warm and mellow, and which will pair well together in a single instrument.
This process allows us to:
Select for tone, not just looks – visually striking wood isn’t always acoustically strong.
Match tops, backs, and sides – ensuring the wood resonates in harmony.
Guarantee consistency – so every instrument begins with proven, reliable materials.
By combining traditional lutherie skills with modern acoustic analysis, we remove the guesswork from tonewood selection. The result is instruments that not only look beautiful, but also respond with clarity, balance, and a voice that inspires.
Please note that each instrument can take up to 24+ weeks from start to finish.
Tonewood supplied by ELITE TONEWOODS