Description
Tenor Thinline electric ukulele, a 17″ Pixelator.
TLDR: P90 style single coil bridge pickup, volume and tone controls. Reclaimed Douglas Fir body with Iroko neck and Teak fretboard.
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The Body
Hand-crafted from reclaimed Douglas Fir with a weathered forest green finish.
This unique timber has a fascinating history. We salvaged it from the German minesweeper ‘Ulm,’ which was built in the 1950s using European-grown Douglas Fir. The ‘Ulm’ was later sold to the South African Navy and ultimately dismantled in Simonstown.
Although plantation grown, this Dougas Fir is a superb choice for a ukulele body. Seasoned by decades at sea, it has all the same benefits as torrefied timber. The wood is strong, light, stable and very resistant to atmospheric changes.
Minesweepers were built out of timber to be able protect themselves from magnetic mines.
Introduced to Europe in 1827, Douglas fir was planted commercially in Europe from the turn of the century. To have been big enough for the timbers used in shipbuilding, our reclaimed wood must have been from an early plantation as the trees take 50 years or more to reach maturity.
For more information, you can explore the Wikipedia article about these vessels here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindau-class_minehunter.
The Neck
Achieve your full musical potential with our hand-shaped Reclaimed Iroko neck and Teak fretboard, designed for great playability. Ivory coloured dot markers make chords easy to place.
No fret buzz thanks to a meticulously executed fret job, ensuring a smooth and effortless playing experience.
Resonant Hand-carved 35mm Bone Nut.
The Pickup
A classic P90 style single coil neck pickup, coupled with tone and volume controls, allows for easy control of a wide range of tonal effects from the ukulele itself.
Discover unparalleled tone with pick-ups that are hand scatter wound and treated with the traditional method of wax potting. The hot bees wax soak enhances the distinctive tone and eliminates any unwanted feedback.
The P90 on the neck is a little warmer than our standard single coils but still has plenty of zing!
Other Stuff
Get ready to shred with this semi-hollow body tenor electric ukulele, expertly set up with a low action for optimal comfort. This instrument is ready to rock right out of the box, no further adjustments needed.
Craftsmanship is at the forefront of this instrument, with most of the parts, such as the bridge, control plate, pickups, and neck, being carefully crafted in-house from start to finish. The only exceptions are the electronics and machine-heads, which are sourced from outside suppliers.
Experience the ultimate in craftsmanship with hand-finished woodwork, expertly sanded and painted in-house for an authentic vintage finish.
Protect your instrument on the go with the included three-ply padded gig bag.
Further info on the Fanner Pixelator at : https://www.fannerelectricukulele.com/pixelator-electric-ukulele/
The Sound
Unleash your inner rockstar with this solid body baritone electric ukulele. Designed to produce a unique sound that thrives with over-drive and other electric guitar effects. This instrument is meant to be played through an amplifier.
Customize your playing experience with the versatility of regular electric guitar strings. Choose from a set of 11’s and add a 13 for a high G or use the fourth string from the set for a low G. While thinner strings offer a lighter feel, thicker strings are recommended for better tuning stability. Experiment with different gauges, 12’s for a tight feel. 13’s are going to be too stiff for most. The choice ultimately comes down to personal preference.
You can check out the tenor Pixelator on YouTube :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chpxn-Oeilw&t=9s
There are other sound clips of the tenor Pixelator on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fannerguitarworks1024/featured
The Thinline version in the videos sounds identical to the solid bodies when put through an amp.
Check YouTube for independant reviews! Got a Ukulele did one on a tenor Pixelator here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MbQT0INVbc&t=34s
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