A: triad (major) uke chord, played '2,1,0,0' on the soprano. Dear Barry, Thanx for all the great reviews, it helps a lot! £30 on amazon is tempting me! Being a solid spruce top I was expecting brightness in the tone, but admit to not knowing what the paint covering would do to the sound. 6 Oct 2019 6 Oct 2019T14:27 Freshman UKLMAPLEC Concert Ukulele - REVIEW This week it is back to a ukulele brand that, until fairly recently, were new to me. I was just considering buying one these days. It's edge bound in dark wood too, hiding the the generous 19 frets joined at the 14th. You just know it's well put together. The build really is excellent presenting a supremely clean well put together instrument in all areas. However, the ukulele commonly called a uke isn't truly from Hawaii. We have an official Youve Got A Friend tab made by UG professional guitarists. Enjoy! Tuning: G C E A. 14,068 likes. And that sure footedness is what I take most of all from it. All models are pretty much identical in construction, save for the fretboards and slightly different coloured bags on the red and cream colours. As I explained in that review, The Rebel are a bunch of highly talented luthiers who got together in Thailand in 2011. The back and sides are more open pore and feel like a bit of an afterthought, though see my comments above. Make of that what you will! Can you offer insight there? They are finished extremely well without a single sharp edge I can feel. Got A Ukulele looks at the Rainbow Beginner Pack Soprano from Everjoys 31 Jan 2021. 'Maybe' i'd like the buttons a little smaller, but really no complaints here either. A great exception is Martin - they have a terrific following and make wonderful ukuleles. Played a couple, never had one long enough to review though. What do you know about the Aklot ukulele. Last edit on Jun 10, 2016. Beyond the synthetic bone nut is the usual aNueNue modern shaped headstock, faced with a maple plate and complete with the aNueNue dancing man logo in black. It is a chromatic tuner which is remarkably easy to use and very accurate. In fact - this rant on the subject may interest you.. CLEARWATER / VORSON ELECTRIC LES PAUL TENOR, MOSELELE SOLID ELECTRO CONCERT BAMBOOKULELE, BARNES AND MULLINS CALTHORPE ELECTRO CONCERT, BREEDLOVE LU'AU GHOST BURST ELECTRO CONCERT, MAGIC FLUKE FIREFLY SOPRANO BANJO UKULELE, VOLCAPO - my review of the volcapo ukulele capo, UKESTAR STRAPS - nice funky looking uke straps, KALA UKE CRAZY Alligator finish Tenor case, Makala Dolphin Soprano - nearly three years on, Koaloha Pikake Soprano nearly two years on, A look at the Ohana Ukuleles development process. T17:58 UKULELE SONG TAB and CHORDS A range of beginners songs with ukulele tabs and chords for those learning how to play! I’ve asked Gretsch many times but they never reply. Got A Ukulele. They are one of the more common brands where I am so I am always curious how they stack up to the brands I never get to see and touch locally. Just received my Noah rosewood concert because of you .your face said it all when playing it your review was much appreciated keep up the hard work even though it looks like fun to me. This workshop is for people who have just got a ukulele and don’t know where to begin. Got A Ukulele reviews and buyers guides looks at the Bonanzalele hybrid uke from Bonanza Ukuleles. I did see one Martin review, but none of the others (unless I missed them). Have you ever heard of Honolulu? Decoration consists of a simple maple binding strip around the top and back edged in a very thin white purfling strip and an intriguing pick guard feature on the upper right bout. I get though that we are probably already in 'love it or hate it' territory for some people! We need to play the thing! This one is intriguing. Oscar Schmidt have not. This one is called 'Arona Blue', but it also comes in a grey / black (called 'Quiet Shade'), a reddish pink ('Living Coral'), a yellow ('Golden Glow'), and a cream ('Almond Milk'). I don't see any listed. I noticed that you have yet to revue a Gretsch. I hope that I picked up something decent for a beginner. I do Judith - you got a belter - stunning ukes and guitars. Bringing together fans of this musical instrument now since 2009! I appreciate all of the info you offer on your site. Any chance of one of your fine reviews for a Baritone Uke in the future? Seaguar Blue Label Fishing Leader Line - No, really! The build really is excellent presenting a supremely clean well put together instrument in all areas. Ukuleles are synonymous with a Hawaiian way of life. Here in the US they seem to have a pretty good price point. Here’s a good song to try your fingerpicking on. Impartiality of reviews and the subject of mone... First in the list are the ukuleles, but scroll down for ukulele accessories! But it's all about the colour of the top here of course. I think it may be a shame if people can't get beyond the looks, because this really is pretty flawless. Got A Ukulele. Afraid not - the vast majority or reviews rely on brands working with me and loaning me instruments. My only personal gripe is that the back is extremely plain looking mahogany. 95% of reviews are loaned to me by brands. Got A Ukulele reviews and buyers guides looks the Leolani sub brand Kumu and their tenor model. This looks to be made of a semi-soft plastic and mimics the fabric of the gig bag the ukulele comes with using an imprint on the surface. Completing the package are a set of aNueNue Clear Water fluorocarbon strings and, As you will have noted, I have not found much to complain about so far, if anything much at all. Have you reviewed any Gretsch? I have been using a great tuner for Android (don't know if there's an iPhone version), called DaTuner. There are a lot of us Bari players out there! With this colour option (and also the black, and yellow) it is topped with a rosewood fingerboard, whereas on the cream and red you get a maple board. However... since looking at it more, my view has changed, and changed quite a bit. I've Got A Ukulele is a group intended to allow YOU to show off and talk about YOUR ukuleles. They were saying the ukulele is a great way to pass the time during COVID. Haven't yet played one Greg - but will put em on list to try to get hold of! Some events may not have updated their sites from last year at the time of you viewing them, but I am assured they will be!) Further fingerpicking help Still the contrast between the two works nicely, so it's not a huge gripe. In the UK so any thought on Tanglewood please? It feels like far more value than the £150 would suggest to me. Tuners are unbranded open gears with small cream buttons, yet, looking at the gears are clearly of decent quality looking rather than cheap parts bin choices. This is my directory of individuals who hand make ukuleles. Sure, the looks will not be for everyone, but you certainly should not be looking at this as a, And thanks again to World of Ukes for selling me this one (yes, I put my own money where my mouth is here!! • How to hold, tune and strum • How to read chord diagrams • How to make the chord shapes for the most used chords Now you’ve got a simple ukulele fingerpicking pattern, apply it to some songs that you know the chords for. In fact I have been playing this more than I play most other review ukuleles. I don’t agree with their marketing tactics one bit. Everjoys / Eco Soprano Ukulele Beginner Pack (Rainbow) - REVIEW Back to business with another 'Amazon Choice' ukulele, and one that is clearly marketed at beginners. KALA KA-JTE-2TS ARCHTOP TENOR - Coming Soon!! Got A Ukulele reviews and buyers guides looks at the Quark Tenor from The Rebel Ukuleles. I'm wondering if you have looked at Lohanu ukes and what you think of the? (Please note - Got A Ukulele is NOT responsible for the accuracy or content of external festival websites or their events! Until recently, when I bought a one on the whim and got captivated ever since that moment. Can anyone tell me anything about Kasch Ukuleles please? Now to start planning next years present! Most likely re-badges of something else. The top looks better under the finish than the back, with an ultra smooth outer which is very well done and not gloopy. As you will have noted, I have not found much to complain about so far, if anything much at all. Got A Ukulele reviews and buyers guides looks at the LP Tenor Electric Ukulele from Risa. Strummed it's bouncy, jangly and an extremely fun sound that would hardly offend any ukulele fan. I've seen some comments saying the pickguard is made of fabric, but I am not entirely sure it is, rather it is printed to. They are usually heavy, over built (built like guitars) and less than pleasing. Includes luthiers and those who don't use the … First in the list are the ukuleles, but scroll down for ukulele … No I refuse to. Got A Ukulele reviews and buyers guides looks at the soprano flavour KM Ukuleles Boatpaddle. Please do a review of the Cordoba UP100 Concert uke. Ukulele Effects - a Got A Ukulele guide Following on from my push to feature more ukulele accessories on the site, and the recent (ish) review of an amplifier, this got me thinking about another very common question I get from electric ukulele players (or the electro curious). String spacing here is 42mm. the back is from a good quality wood with RKO radio shapes cut out. OK, this reviewer would like a touch more roundness to the sound to fill it out, but again I am nitpicking. Originating from the Hawaiian Islands , this little beauty has made remarkable contributions to the world of music, bringing joy to thousands of people around the world. Copyright © 2008 - 2021 Got A Ukulele / Barry Maz - All Rights Reserved. And we agree 100%. BARNES AND MULLINS BMUK5C Concert - Coming Soon! Because I have asked them multiple times and they have thus far not responded with any assistance. https://www.patreon.com/user?ty=h&u=671103Got A Ukulele Reviews and Buyers Guides looks at the all solid acacia ATDC ukulele from Pono. Such helpful reviews. It's extremely clear in tone, plays accurately and keeps volume anywhere on the neck. Thanks for the site! Hoping to see Fender Venice review soon :). Just posting this here for reference. Just wondering if they are the real deal.Thanks. Are you going to do a review on your KoAloha Barry? Has anyone heard a banjo ukulele by a company called Broadway or a company with a model called broadway. Ukulele Tuner Pocket: Android tuning app; Tabs for ukulele: Collection of songs for beginners; Ukulele Tabs: #1 Uke tabs & chords archive; Got a Ukulele: Ukulele reviews and beginners tips; Live ʻUkulele: Guides and Resources for Uke Players; Ukulele Underground: Free online video ukulele lessons, and a cool forum This does NOT sound like a £150 ukulele to me and I have heard muddier, quieter, less inspiring tones from much more expensive, fully solid ukuleles before. It's an assured sound with very little effort put in to playing it - that feeling I have described before of 'it almost plays itself'. I'm looking for a ukulele for my mum. If you enjoy this blog, donations are welcomed to allow me to invest more time in bringing you ukulele articles. Looking at the TUJ5? Learning to play the ukulele is a perfect way to entertain yourself since we are spending more time at home. Click the logo to help. Why not even a single review for a Oscar Schmidt? The light when the photographs were taken makes the rosewood look dry, but trust me (and see the video) it really isn't. Looks ARE important to people though.. She played the uke when I was litlle but when it broke down she never played again, so I wanted to surprise her...On the internet I found a secondhand Hudson HUK-s. Have you ever had experience with this brand and type of uke?Kind regards,Martine. Facebook home of www.gotaukulele.com - the leading website for ukulele beginners, with tips, advice, and TOTALLY IMPARTIAL instrument reviews! It's a flat application of colour that isn't too thick either. It's rounded in profile, but not overly so and roomy enough for a concert. It's zingy and peppy. I first looked at a ukulele from The Rebel earlier this year in the form of their Cheesecake Super Concert Ukulele and, boy, what a cracker it was yielding a massive 9.4 out of 10. Sorry - not giving them airtime. Schoenhut long term test - in summary - AWFUL! has anyone trid chineese hanknn ukes they are all solid woods (exotic) and look tasty but no reviews, Hiya,Do you know where I could purchase a hard case for a matching pair of concert uke's ?ThanksMickSorry had to put ID as anonymous as I don't know how this worksmy email address is digelsa@talk21.com. Will you be reviewing the IRWIN BANGOLELE - (i just bought one). You say that you are going to review Flight DUS 320 soon. Aside from the Google ads, I don't get paid to write this blog and for reasons of impartiality a not sponsored by brands or stores. Thank you! Pick some easy songs that use 3-4 chords to begin with and rather than strum them, fingerpick your way through using the pattern you’ve just learned. Whilst bottom end is not the strongest part of the tone here (though easily remedied with a low G string I guess), there is a nice touch of harmony from the mids giving more fullness to the tone and adding character. .prig - there are som eexceptions, but generally speaking I am not a fan of guitar brands making ukuleles. Apparently they have a solid mahogany top and neck with lament body. If you want darker, woodier, moodier sounds, I'd still look elsewhere, but if you like crisp and clear there is not much to dislike here. I was wondering if you could help me out as to why there's very little coverage on this blog and others regarding ukuleles produced by companies famous for making guitars like Fender, Martin, Cordoba, Oscar Schmidt, etc. I really am nit-picking now though. I have blogged on this topic before, but there you go. At the end of the listing is a selection of Nursery Rhymes for young children. I'm curious as to why these instruments haven't been reviewed by you. Got an ultra cheap soprano uke as an xmas present and am loving it, and thinking of getting a cheap concert now.I was impressed with your review of the Octopus Soprano. I was asked what I wanted for my birthday and opted for the FLIGHT TUS50 SOPRANO based on the review here.OMG what a delight. I'm looking at a 9120-SK tenor and wondered what you thought. Any chance of a guitalele/guitar-ukulele/etc. Have you tried the Octopus Concert yet? @Kit - there is a Pono baritone review above - but funny you should say that - the next review is of a Baritone! Got A Ukulele is read worldwide though, so it would only be right to mention that you will find these outside the UK too, and in stock. Thanks for all the time and info! At the nut it slims to 36mm and the string spacing here is 29mm from G to A. Want your uke club listed? No, it's. Because they haven't sent me one - I rely mainly on brands loaning me instruments for a short while, Hello Barry, I was lucky to get a Collings Uke for a big birthday...what do you know about those, Austin TX is where they are made...mine came with Alvarez strings on it, tooJudy Odrezin, USA. All that is relevant is Got A Ukulele will never feature them. :) I was wondering: what is the best concert ukulele available in the price range of $50-$150? The Got A Ukulele reviews page collates the largest independent list of instrument reviews there is online. YOUR DONATIONS HELP KEEP GOT A UKULELE RUNNING! The bridge is a tie bar style in pale maple carved in the same shape as on the Moon Bird series ukuleles. I get that. I think it was auto corrected on me. The ukulele is one of those amazing musical instruments that produce a sound truly unique to itself. Is it exactly the same as the KIMEZE? Are those types of ukuleles typically frowned upon? I have two Koa-Pili_Koko tenor ukuleles (one for Low-G and the other high-g) that are my favorites. A new page for Got A Ukulele and for now, a work in process. Your donations all go back into the site to allow me to keep bringing you reviews, and in the end the ukuleles acquired are given to local schools and charities. The massive Got A Ukulele directory of ukulele clubs and societies around the world, possibly the biggest on the net. Looks like some parties making possble DDOS / Bot attacks on Got A Ukulele (possibly not people, possbly just automated scrapes.. dunno - don't understand it), I may be losing all advertising options on the site. Reviews I've seen in US are positive - some are very positive, Hello Barry,Did you experiment the Ohana TK-50g ?What do you think about it please ?Best regards,RB, Sorry, i'm afraid i've not played that model. 14,064 likes. Aquila AGxAQ Aldrine Guerrero signature tenor strings. Facebook home of www.gotaukulele.com - the leading website for ukulele beginners, with tips, advice, and TOTALLY IMPARTIAL instrument reviews! Hi. Yet there is more to it. So if you don't like the names, your gripe is with Pantone, not aNueNue! Flea Soprano Ukulele - nearly 10 years on! Comfortable enough. The free version is great, but there is also a paid version with more bells and whistles. Not personally played one, but they are cheap, generic far eastern instruments. Flea Soprano Ukulele with Tiki King design, Rae Carter - Pathetic (But He's Fun) - CD, Ukulele Exercises For Dummies - Brett McQueen, Ukulele Handbook For Beginners - Aaron and Nicole Keim, Gerald: A Ukulele Adventure - Jake Smithies and Nicole Ramsden, Phil Doleman and Ian Emmerson - Can't Get Enough Of That Stuff. Think of it as a 'Ukulele Buyers guide' to advise you as to what's the best uke! But it's a brand I am increasingly seeing being carried by specialist ukulele stores (a good sign). Hi! The neck is made of mahogany in three pieces with very well hidden joints and a satin coat. Nice, clean and very tidy. That's enough for me. Hello Barry Sorry to bother you, quick question have you come across Excelsior Tenor Ukulele please.Many thanks and Merry Xmas....Zeb.. Just driving myself mad trying to buy my first luke, a tenor, but want a reasonable one whose sound I can love to encourage learning. Sadly not - haven't even opened the box yet - will be a few weeks yet! To hold it it feels very comfortable, both in weight at only 490g (i've played sopranos that weigh that much), good balance and a smooth non-grippy finish all over. Barry, you like Snails - why no Amahi reviews? It's a very thin coat though and that means the brightness is certainly there as you will hear in the video. Thanks! The body is then finished in a matte which is flawless if rather basic. Incredible in fact. (Items in Bold are those that I think deserve the highest praise!). YOUR DONATIONS HELP KEEP GOT A UKULELE RUNNING! As a … Hi! You just got a uke, and are ready to have some fun but feel a bit overwhelmed? Youve Got A Friend ukulele chords by Carole King. 9,070 views, added to favorites 841 times. The colours are not technicolour bold, but more pastel shades and all the better for it I think. Thank you again. Not likely to be all that great would be my guess.. Hi Barry! It's extremely tidy and fitted with a straight topped synthetic bone bridge. We got a shoutout on Channel 9’s Today Show! In what is honestly the only finish issue I can mention so far, there are one or two minor grain marks in the curved end of the fretboard which are noticeable. Make of that what you will. Seem to be more and more of these cropping up at the moment - would be good to have your thoughts on them. It's in great condition in fact. Author judesmusic [a] 4,382. The UC10 is a regular shaped and scaled concert ukulele made with a. It looks very old. Get in touch! Certainly nobody is frowning at Martin! If you think the names are twee or silly, they are actually the official Pantone colour names that are used for the paint used on each model on the top. Thank you so much for your reviews; they're very entertaining and informative. In fact I think it will suit the majority. Got a ukulele now I'm not a fraidy Cat in case I get a bout of blues In the event I get 'em There's no way that I'll let 'em Bring me down no way I'll just refuse (believe me) 'Cause a ukulele's like a little baby You cradle it in your arms and you sing A lullaby or ditty When you're feeling shitty It … No complaints here and the paler colour is 'different' and works well with the blue I think. Sorry a typo, my mistake should be Honolua. Would love to know if they're as good as the soprano version. I am so happy with it. View official tab. The Ukulele based on a Portuguese musical instrument called a machete; immigrants arrived in Honolulu brought the small, four-stringed machetes. Donna Farrell will teach you the absolute basics. They are a small Canadian company with very competitive prices for solid top ukuleles. I'm kind of liking the blend of fun and minimalism in its looks. Trust me, I have looked for problems and honestly can't find anything worrying in fit and finish. Got A Ukulele Retrospective - Tinguitar Solid Electro Tenor - 4K Fingerpicking is crisp, sure footed and accurate too. I just purchased their concert bundle since it was within my budget. Anyway, let's get on with it. ), Body: Solid spruce top, laminate mahogany back and sides, Pick guard would look nicer flush with top, Would like slightly more rounded tone (personally speaking). Fender, Cordoba, OS fit into that category. Maybe they will say that is down to price, and maybe this is all about keeping the focus on the colour top instead, but it is VERY plain when you turn it around and even a gloss coat on it might have lifted it. Patreon pledges, large or small, all help keep this site going!! Hi Barry, great site! Impartiality of Ukulele Reviews and the dreaded talk of money... Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Barry I got a solid wood spalted pecan soprano ukulele.do you know of any makers who are using pecan wood. Difficulty: intermediate. Position dots face out made from a pearly material at the 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th, and they are also repeated on the side. review at some point? Clearly don’t want to be reviewed... Hi, I was wondering how you feel about a Lujex Soprano ukulele and if it is a good instrument? I've really 'ummed and ahhed' about how to score this ukulele. LONG TERM UKULELE TESTS and OTHER FEATURES. Norm - yes I asked Gretsch to loan me one - but they are one of a few who were not interested. Thank you so much for the review. Thanks for including the specs! But is it possible to know your review score in advance, if you have already tried it? They affected me too at first.