The Keenan Flea

This gorgeous custom Koa Flea ukulele that was specially custom-made for Bob Keenan, was the very first Flea in The Flea Museum, and, when we asked him to tell us all about it, Bob wrote:

As an owner of a Deco Fluke ukulele with a rosewood fretboard, I was already a big fan of the Fluke and Flea instruments, and I liked the look of the koa-topped Flea, but was looking for something really extra-special.

So, I contacted the manufacturer directly and asked if I could order a Koa Flea but with a custom top made of highly-figured Koa. They then put me in touch with the luthier who supplies their Koa tops, and after communicating directly with him, explaining what I had in mind, he found the incredible piece of wood you see here. Then, after giving the thumbs-up to this gorgeous top, I ordered an undersaddle pickup as an additional option and it all went through their normal assembly process.

I really couldn't be happier with the look, sound, and overall quality of this Flea ukelele, it's definitely a "keeper." And, best of all, just as one would expect, the manufacturers' owners and staff were the epitome of professionalism throughout the whole process, and my thanks really go to them for a thoroughly enjoyable experience."