Doc_J
Well-known member
Do you have a neck width preference?
Anyone prefer wide or narrow necks, as opposed to the more standard 1-3/8" to 1.4" necks?
Just, got surprised by a wonderful new baritone uke. Great tone, superbly build, great set up, perfect finish, fair price. I asked about the scale before I bought it, and it was 20"...just what I wanted. But, I didn't ask about the nut width (Doh!), and surprise: it was 1.25".
I've never had any soprano, concert, tenor, or baritone uke neck width less than 1.38" at the nut. While it's only a 0.13" narrower, it changes the feel. I tried to get used to it, for a couple days. Definitely a bit more cramped when fretting. Fortunately, the seller has a great return policy. And sadly this outstanding uke is going back.
I'm guessing small differences in neck dimensions can be significant to most players.
New rule to live by, "always ask the nut width".
Anyone prefer wide or narrow necks, as opposed to the more standard 1-3/8" to 1.4" necks?
Just, got surprised by a wonderful new baritone uke. Great tone, superbly build, great set up, perfect finish, fair price. I asked about the scale before I bought it, and it was 20"...just what I wanted. But, I didn't ask about the nut width (Doh!), and surprise: it was 1.25".
I've never had any soprano, concert, tenor, or baritone uke neck width less than 1.38" at the nut. While it's only a 0.13" narrower, it changes the feel. I tried to get used to it, for a couple days. Definitely a bit more cramped when fretting. Fortunately, the seller has a great return policy. And sadly this outstanding uke is going back.
I'm guessing small differences in neck dimensions can be significant to most players.
New rule to live by, "always ask the nut width".