Grab some popcorn and get ready for some goosebumps:
http://vimeo.com/2492869
Only two things on my mind: KoAloha + Sceptre
http://vimeo.com/2492869
Only two things on my mind: KoAloha + Sceptre
KoAloha: The Story of the Sceptre
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UkuCouS
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I really dislike this angular design
experimentjon
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Must. Stop. The. UAS.
Good thing I don't have deep pockets...although if I had joined up in that pyramid scam with that GLA company that offered me the "bentley bonus" and 2% ownership in a multimillion dollar startup if I just put in a $100 investment...I would totally be able to afford a Sceptre/Pineapple Sunday.
Good thing I don't have deep pockets...although if I had joined up in that pyramid scam with that GLA company that offered me the "bentley bonus" and 2% ownership in a multimillion dollar startup if I just put in a $100 investment...I would totally be able to afford a Sceptre/Pineapple Sunday.
Ahnko Honu
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That things looks medieval dangerous cool, something a Klingon would play.
I'd probably hurt myself playing that thing.
I'd probably hurt myself playing that thing.
dominicfoundthemooon
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i love these!! the are so LOUD and they sound GREAT... some of them sound better than others depending on the wood..
the only reason i decided not to go with this uke.. is that i was not sure if it would be an "everyday uke" it looks more like one that is for special events and it a bit flashy! but it is amazing..
i have yet to watch papa in the video.. but i will soon.. thanks for the link!
i love the art that goes into the Koaloha ukes!! love love love it
the only reason i decided not to go with this uke.. is that i was not sure if it would be an "everyday uke" it looks more like one that is for special events and it a bit flashy! but it is amazing..
i have yet to watch papa in the video.. but i will soon.. thanks for the link!
i love the art that goes into the Koaloha ukes!! love love love it
Kaneohe til the end
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Pops sure can talk up a storm. but hes a natural storyteller, thats partially why the KoAloha Story was so well received, at least thats what i think.
dominicfoundthemooon
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after watching the video.. i want one now!!! but i need to wait til paul is finished with the one i ordered now!! i have UAS for Koaloha
haolejohn
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The story of the sceptre and then my follow up conversation with staff made me decide to go with KoAloha on my next pricey purchase. You can't go against God, IMO.
koa
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Living in the "Wasteland of 'Ukulele", the KoAloha ukuleles and the family Okami have been a blessing. All the KoAlohas I have owned are nice players with a sweet sound. Paul Okami has been 1st rate regarding any questions. The consistent high quality of the instruments makes purchasing without touching less of sketchy situation.
The Scepter is bit to radical in design for my taste. Guess I'm an old fart that likes traditional shaped ukuleles. Where would you find a hard case to fit this uke?
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GX9901
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After watching that I kind of feel like playing my Pineapple Sunday a little bit...
I've played a couple of tenor Sceptres and I likened it to a more macho sounding Pineapple Sunday. For some reason I haven't had a huge desire to own one (and I actually like the design), but it's definitely a very nice instrument.
I've played a couple of tenor Sceptres and I likened it to a more macho sounding Pineapple Sunday. For some reason I haven't had a huge desire to own one (and I actually like the design), but it's definitely a very nice instrument.
That things looks medieval dangerous cool, something a Klingon would play.
I'd probably hurt myself playing that thing.
lmao definitely looks Klingon. Or the Bat Uke.
I like it - it's not something I'd go for but I appreciate the creativeness of the design.
experimentjon
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After watching that I kind of feel like playing my Pineapple Sunday a little bit...
I've played a couple of tenor Sceptres and I likened it to a more macho sounding Pineapple Sunday. For some reason I haven't had a huge desire to own one (and I actually like the design), but it's definitely a very nice instrument.
I'm sure you'll have a sceptre eventually. Hehe.
Ahnko Honu
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You are SO right, you could color in the Batman logo right into the bottom half of that uke!
It's not just the shape that strikes a chord(no pun) with me, it's the creative process that Papa KoAloha came about the idea in which I can relate to. Doesn't get any realer than that, and those who pass his story off as fiction or "new agey" are mistaken. When I am to plunge into the Sceptre market I will get a concert size over the tenor, just because I expect a certain sound from my tenors as opposed to my smaller scale ukes where I prefer the brighter livelier sound.
:shaka:
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DoodlesMcDeezleLippy
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Wow that is a cool uke and an even cooler story. Its so robust in high g i wanna hear its sound in low g
uke puke
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That is a bit of a radical design for me. sounds great in the video though.
Kinda like the flying v of ukes
Kinda like the flying v of ukes
Hankthetank
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Jason does some amazing stuff on his KoAloha tenor Sceptor.:bowdown:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3UXcIoLyU0
:bowdown::bowdown:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3UXcIoLyU0
:bowdown::bowdown:
NukeDOC
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between that video and facemelting ukulele showing how its done... I SO WANT ONE NOW.
at first i was a little turned off by the design. but man it sounds nice!
at first i was a little turned off by the design. but man it sounds nice!
SnakeOiler
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I'm sorry, but those things are butt ugly. Maybe for Spinal Tap, but...
