Eddie Vedder’s DeVine tenor ukulele is getting a little TLC

02/10/2012 No comments

Eddie Vedder’s DeVine Tenor is back for a little tune up.

After eight years of service, Eddie Vedder’s DeVine Tenor ukulele is ready for a little tune up.

It was really exciting to get to see this uke again. An ukulele that has been around the world numerous times, been played in front of millions of fans and been features in Ed’s solo ukulele album. It’s hard to believe it has been eight years since band mate Mike McCready took home this uke for Ed as a thank you gift.

This was actually one of the first few ukes I ever built and was built before I started using a bridge doctor type bridge system. Without the current bridge system that I use the bridge would have a tendency to pull forward as this uke has done. I will begin the repairs by removing the bridge from the ukulele and building up the back portion behind the saddle. This will give me enough room to add in the stabilizing system inside the uke. After the bridge is put back in place and the top flattened, I will address a couple of small cracks in the top. Cedar tops, as this uke has, are notoriously easy to crack or dent. Although there are a couple small cracks, considering the amount this uke has been played, it is in very good condition.