{"product_id":"barnes-mullins-spalt-maple-soprano-ukulele","title":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins Spalted Maple Soprano Uke","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spalt Maple used in these ukuleles imparts a distinctive aesthetic, a comfortable 'arm carve' and a rich, pleasing tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soprano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop, Back \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spalt Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composite Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Heads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Die-Cast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquila Nylgut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Specifications are subject to change at any time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBarnes \u0026amp; Mullins Origins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1894, Albert Mullins and S. Bowley Barnes launched \"The Jo,\" a renowned musical instrument journal. Their expertise soon extended to manufacturing their own banjos and importing a variety of instruments. Today, original Barnes and Mullins banjos are prized by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTragically, in 1914, Albert Mullins drowned when the 'Empress of Ireland' sank in the St. Lawrence River during the return leg of a two-year sales trip. Following this loss, Bowley Barnes continued the business, relocating from Bournemouth to Rathbone Place, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Mark Barnes, Bowley Barnes' son, moved the company to Grays Inn Road, Bloomsbury. Mark Barnes, known for his fairness and generosity, passed away in 1986, leaving a lasting legacy among employees and customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, Bruce Perrin, a director since 1986, became Managing Director. He moved the company to its current location, Grays Inn House, a modern 46,000-square-foot warehouse and office facility in Oswestry, Shropshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Perrin remarks, \"We are excited about the future and are constantly looking at ways to innovate and evolve, yet Barnes and Mullins has always endeavored to prioritize the customer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Barnes \u0026 Mullins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53773680345406,"sku":"BMUK9S","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/9015\/9678\/files\/59490787-168e-411b-9761-9c34ee9a6fc3.jpg?v=1781750681","url":"https:\/\/sonofdrum.com.au\/products\/barnes-mullins-spalt-maple-soprano-ukulele","provider":"Son of Drum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}