Barnes & Mullins BMUK9S Concert UkuleleOverviewA naturally uniquely-patterned Soprano Ukulele with a lively sound.BMUK9 ukuleles are made fromSpalted Mapletonewoods. This visually beautiful and distinctive tonewood has light peach colouring interspersed with darkly feathered grain textures. Each instrument will betruly personalto you as each piece of tonewood will be endowed with its ownunique pattern.Tonally, these soprano ukuleles deliver abright, lively soundwith a tight low-end andcrystal-clear highfrequencies.Each of these maple ukes is finished with asatin patinaall-over and complemented with patterned binding and abevelled arm restfor additional comfort and visual appeal. A corresponding patterned rosette completes these striking ukuleles.BMUK9 ukuleles feature strap buttons for attaching a ukulele strap.Common soprano ukulele tuning:G, C, E, A Reentrant ukulele tuningWhy should I buy a soprano ukulele?The ukulele is one of the easier string instruments to play and certainly one of the most fun. However, before you buy your uke, you may be slightly confused about the different types available.BODY & CONSTRUCTIONSIZE:SopranoTOP:Spalt MapleBACK & SIDES:Spalt MapleBRIDGE:Composite WoodBINDING:Patterned Composite WoodSADDLE:NuboneFINISH:High GlossNECKNECK:OkoumeFINGERBOARD:Composite WoodFRETS:12INLAYS:ABS DotsSTRINGS:Aquila Nylgut'HEADSTOCKMACHINEHEADS:Closed Gear - BlackNUT WIDTH:35mmDIMENSIONSSCALE LENGTH:340mmWEIGHT:0.6kgPlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.Barnes & Mullins OriginsIn 1894, Mr Albert Mullins and Mr S. Bowley Barnes started The Jo, their famous musical instrument journal.Specialising in all things banjo, they soon began manufacturing their own banjos as well as importing many other instruments. The original Barnes and Mullins banjos are still sought after today, with collectors seeking them out all over the world.Sadly in 1914 at the age of 40, Albert Mullins drowned when the Empress of Ireland sank on the St Lawrence River. He was on the home leg of a 2 year sales trip.Bowley Barnes continued the business thereafter, and what he had started with his partner years earlier in Bournemouth now moved to Rathbone Place, London.In 1976, Mark Barnes son of Bowley Barnes moved the business to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Sadly in 1986, Mark Barnes died. He was greatly admired and respected by employees and customers alike who were quick to tell of his fair and generous nature.