A few months ago I started making these cigar box ukuleles. They actually play and sound great. I got the boxes from a local cigar store, Castros in Manchester NH. The necks are made out of maple. I found the the lighter cigar boxes have a better tone. I have cigar box ukuleles for sale on my website.
www.ukubox.com
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