Rick Turner
Well-known member
What we in the high end see is that many folks come "into the fold" via cheap-ass, pre-land fill ukes and eventually realize that the ukulele can be a "real" instrument. The folks who find themselves going past year two at uke club also find themselves wanting better instruments. The early ones will find their ways under the belted tread of the Caterpillar D-5's at the land fill sooner than later.
And in fact, you're probably better off NOT burning that cheap uke. The off-gassing of the finish as it burns is not going to be good for your lungs! OH, the glue in the laminates is probably not a wonderful thing burnt in your breathing space, either!
OK, I have a very primal and basic objection to disposable products in general. That's why I have 185,000 miles on my car. Use a 7 year old computer. Love a table saw that's 30 years old. Have had one of my drill presses for over 30 years. Cheap s** offends me...spiritually, politically, and personally. It's not the price...it's the longevity and the value.
And in fact, you're probably better off NOT burning that cheap uke. The off-gassing of the finish as it burns is not going to be good for your lungs! OH, the glue in the laminates is probably not a wonderful thing burnt in your breathing space, either!
OK, I have a very primal and basic objection to disposable products in general. That's why I have 185,000 miles on my car. Use a 7 year old computer. Love a table saw that's 30 years old. Have had one of my drill presses for over 30 years. Cheap s** offends me...spiritually, politically, and personally. It's not the price...it's the longevity and the value.