Jerryc41
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I liked the idea of a resonator uke, so I started thinking about converting my Enya tenor. I got a good set with cone, cover, biscuit, and saddle from Bytown Ukuleles, and I got a lot information online.
The cover had holes for the strings, which I preferred to the separate piece to hold the strings. I was concerned about the strings being pulled against the edges of the metal, so I added a piece of wood below the holes. Good idea, but the strings kept slipping, so I put those plastic pins in there, and that made all the difference.
It's definitely louder than it was before the conversion, and I'm satisfied with how it turned out. The ukulele cost $55, and it cost another $95 to do the conversion.
The cover had holes for the strings, which I preferred to the separate piece to hold the strings. I was concerned about the strings being pulled against the edges of the metal, so I added a piece of wood below the holes. Good idea, but the strings kept slipping, so I put those plastic pins in there, and that made all the difference.
It's definitely louder than it was before the conversion, and I'm satisfied with how it turned out. The ukulele cost $55, and it cost another $95 to do the conversion.