This is a premium model based on the popular Mon Ami MA-CK, featuring 3A grade Hawaiian koa wood hand-selected directly from the factory for the body, finished with special specifications!
This premium concert ukulele model features a body made from 3A grade solid Hawaiian koa wood, hand-selected by Ukulele Bird Koyama at the Ayers factory.
The fingerboard features an inlay of a playful running dog crafted from mother-of-pearl, while the body top is adorned with abalone purfling. The body has a lustrous gloss finish, giving it a more glamorous and luxurious appearance.
For playability, only the back of the neck has a smooth satin finish.
The rosette features a luxurious use of abalone and pink abalone in a vine motif, which is the brand's symbol. Each piece is carefully crafted by skilled artisans.
The tuning pegs are custom-made Gotoh side-gear tuners specifically for Mon Ami. They are lightweight, offer smooth operation, and are designed with consideration for the head's weight balance.
The sound is well-defined with solid mid-lows and rich sustain in the high range.
This is a special concert model unique to Mon Ami, with meticulous attention to design, playability, and sound.
"Mon ami" means "my friend" in French, and this brand was produced by Ukulele Bird with the concept of a ukulele that stays close to the player. Manufacturing is handled by Ayers Music, which is well-known for producing high-quality instruments. They carefully select solid woods such as mahogany, Hawaiian koa, and white mango, crafting instruments that prioritize natural resonance.
The label and inlay designs were created by illustrator Akira Kobayashi (Francegum), expressing the brand's warm and friendly worldview.
