cptdean
Well-known member
Hi, everyone!
Background...
I've been playing guitar for about 25 years, and I do well enough to entertain myself, friends, and family, but I'm no performer. I also don't play regularly. I'll get on short kicks here and there, but my guitar spends most of its time in its case, sometimes waiting months for me to remember I still have it.
That said, I do enjoy playing, and I really appreciate quality instruments. I've been lucky enough to own mid-high range guitars from Martin, Taylor, Ovation, Seagull, Fender, Gibson, Larrivee, and Breedlove, but I always end up selling them off because I decide they're "too nice" for the limited playing I give them. My current sole guitar is a Carvin C250S. I bought it because it's built with quality components, has a clean even tone, and has excellent fit and finish. And every time I pull it out of its case after months of neglect, its tuning is never more than a half step off (or less).
I've owned one ukulele in my life...a $20 model I picked up from a local shop about 20 years ago. It was never very fun to play, and I don't remember it holding its tune for more than a few minutes, so it didn't last long. I gave it away pretty quickly.
Now...
I've been hankering for a Ukulele again, and have been cramming all the info I can find online. There's LOADS of it! So far, I think I've got an excellent handle on what I'm looking for, summarized here:
- Tenor size
- Price $200-$300
- Best materials and build quality I can get for the price
- I like non-traditional appearance
- High durability with low maintenance
- Going to play it for my kids at home
My search has led me pretty quickly to the Fender Nohea, and (for me) it has become the one to beat. In fact, I'm having trouble finding anything else I'd rather have, and that has me wondering if missing something critical. There are just too many brands and models out there, and I haven't seen everything yet.
So, based on my background and requirements, can the hive offer any validation or alternatives? I'd love to hear personal experiences, especially if they compare and contrast the Nohea with better instruments you've owned.
(I should also point out that I'm perfectly okay with mail order. I'm not the kind to scour local shops, playing individual instruments for hours until one speaks to me. I trust that there's an inherent quality in quality items, and returning an occasional dud doesn't bother me at all.)
Thanks for your feedback!
Dean
Background...
I've been playing guitar for about 25 years, and I do well enough to entertain myself, friends, and family, but I'm no performer. I also don't play regularly. I'll get on short kicks here and there, but my guitar spends most of its time in its case, sometimes waiting months for me to remember I still have it.
That said, I do enjoy playing, and I really appreciate quality instruments. I've been lucky enough to own mid-high range guitars from Martin, Taylor, Ovation, Seagull, Fender, Gibson, Larrivee, and Breedlove, but I always end up selling them off because I decide they're "too nice" for the limited playing I give them. My current sole guitar is a Carvin C250S. I bought it because it's built with quality components, has a clean even tone, and has excellent fit and finish. And every time I pull it out of its case after months of neglect, its tuning is never more than a half step off (or less).
I've owned one ukulele in my life...a $20 model I picked up from a local shop about 20 years ago. It was never very fun to play, and I don't remember it holding its tune for more than a few minutes, so it didn't last long. I gave it away pretty quickly.
Now...
I've been hankering for a Ukulele again, and have been cramming all the info I can find online. There's LOADS of it! So far, I think I've got an excellent handle on what I'm looking for, summarized here:
- Tenor size
- Price $200-$300
- Best materials and build quality I can get for the price
- I like non-traditional appearance
- High durability with low maintenance
- Going to play it for my kids at home
My search has led me pretty quickly to the Fender Nohea, and (for me) it has become the one to beat. In fact, I'm having trouble finding anything else I'd rather have, and that has me wondering if missing something critical. There are just too many brands and models out there, and I haven't seen everything yet.
So, based on my background and requirements, can the hive offer any validation or alternatives? I'd love to hear personal experiences, especially if they compare and contrast the Nohea with better instruments you've owned.
(I should also point out that I'm perfectly okay with mail order. I'm not the kind to scour local shops, playing individual instruments for hours until one speaks to me. I trust that there's an inherent quality in quality items, and returning an occasional dud doesn't bother me at all.)
Thanks for your feedback!
Dean
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