Griffis
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I used to play mostly sopranos. Getting back into ukes recently a friend gave me a no-name baritone and I thought for a time the bari uke would be my main instrument. But I have been thinking on it and I believe I will probably go for a concert sized uke, and very likely string it for low G.
Briefly, I am not a beginner. I'm not a great player either, but I have played stringed instruments for almost 40 years.
There is a chance that whatever uke I buy will end up being exposed to significant and sudden changes in temp, humidity and altitude.
For that reason, I am specifically looking for something inexpensive and laminate. I realize I will sacrifice some tone, volume, sustain, etc., but I need something that can stand up to weather shifts and which isn't too precious or valuable.
I have even considered some of the plastic ukes on the market today (and I have some experience with Fleas and Flukes) but I know I wouldn't ultimately be happy with that.
Right now, these are the contenders and I'd love to hear any thoughts:
Cordoba 15CM
Kala KA-CG
Ohana CK-22
Oscar Schmidt OU2 or OU3
(I have owned the Oscar Schmidt OU2 and OU 3 before and liked them fine...lower in volume but sturdy as heck and intonated well...)
Thanks for any suggestions.
PS-- Need to keep it +/- $150 if possible...
Briefly, I am not a beginner. I'm not a great player either, but I have played stringed instruments for almost 40 years.
There is a chance that whatever uke I buy will end up being exposed to significant and sudden changes in temp, humidity and altitude.
For that reason, I am specifically looking for something inexpensive and laminate. I realize I will sacrifice some tone, volume, sustain, etc., but I need something that can stand up to weather shifts and which isn't too precious or valuable.
I have even considered some of the plastic ukes on the market today (and I have some experience with Fleas and Flukes) but I know I wouldn't ultimately be happy with that.
Right now, these are the contenders and I'd love to hear any thoughts:
Cordoba 15CM
Kala KA-CG
Ohana CK-22
Oscar Schmidt OU2 or OU3
(I have owned the Oscar Schmidt OU2 and OU 3 before and liked them fine...lower in volume but sturdy as heck and intonated well...)
Thanks for any suggestions.
PS-- Need to keep it +/- $150 if possible...
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