haolejohn
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numerical rating in each category (10 is the best, 1 is bad).
Features: 10
What year was it made? Where was is made? Not sure on the year but I believe it is number 87. This as well as all sceptres was made in Hawai'i.
How many frets? 21
Solid-Top? Solid Koa Body as well as top
Any pickups or electronics? None
Body and neck woods? Koa
Finish : 10
Body style: Tenor Sceptre
Bridge style: KoAloha crown bridge. Strings go through and they are twisted and tightened upon themselves.
Tuners: Grover
Neck/Scale Tenor Koa and normal scale for a tenor.
Any included accessories? One of those styrofoam triangular shaped hard/soft bags. I think it is called a Lani Kai case. I also got an extra set of ko'olau gold strings and Kapalua strings.
Sound: 13. Is that possible? 10
How does it suit your music style? The Sceptre fits my style of music very well. i play worship music and this ukulele is filled with allegories and symbolism.
What amps and effects are you using it with? None. Doesn't need any.
Is it noisy? If you mean loud then yes. If you mean moisy in a negative way then no.
What kind of sounds can the uke make? Tghis uke has limitless possibilities when it comes to sound. i strum it and finger pick but I play rhythm mainly. I am not playing this uke up to its full potential.
Likes and dislikes? so far i like everything about the uke. The edges are a little pointy but they sit very well in my leg. It is actually more stable in a sitting position than I thought at first.
Action, Fit & Finish: 9.5
How well was the ukulele set-up at the factory? This ukulele is set-up perfectly. Not sure if it came from factory this way but I assume it did since it is a masterpiece.
Properly bookmatched top? It appears to be a solid wood piece top and back. If it is bookmatched I caqn not tell.
Properly routed bridge? I think so. Not sure what routed means but the bridge area appears to be fine.
Did the ukulele contain any flaws? I can not find any flaws with the naked eye. This was a used uke and it seems the previous owner never played it.
Reliability/Durability: 9.5
Will this ukulele withstand live playing? Yes.
Does the hardware seem like it will last? There is no hardware.
Is the finish good enough to last, or does it seem thin and easy to wear off with lots of playing? It seems translusent. It reflects the light in a magical way.
Can you depend on it? Yes. I would depend on it.
Would you use it on a gig without a backup? If I was good enough to play a gig.
Customer Support: N/A but 10 in previous dealings.
If you've dealt with the company, how helpful/friendly were they? I contacted the company on various different occasions and they have been very helpful and always seemed to have time for a customer.
Ever try and get it repaired? Nope.
Was it under warranty? Originally yes but the warranty didn't carry over to me but I am sure if I have a problem with it KoAloha will take care of me.
How long is the warranty: Lifetime better than the weather
Overall Rating: 9.9
How long have you been playing? Since 2002 but only seriously fior a year.
What other gear do you own? I own a KoAloha concert, Pono Mango 8 string, Mele solid koa, ,mele solid koa top, makala and kala soprano
Is there something you wish you had asked before buying this ukulele? Not really.
If it were stolen or lost, would you buy it again or get something else? Not sure if i would be able to afford it again and not sure how i would lose it but If I was able to I would buy it again.
What do you love about it? The sound and look of it. Also the build quality. It is the best built uke I have ever seen or held.
What do you hate? Nothing
What is your favorite feature? The crown bridge.
Did you compare it to other ukuleles? Which ones? Maybe a Pineapple Sunday
Why did you choose this one? It was my second dream ukulele. I read the story behind the Sceptre and fell in love with it.
Anything you wish it had? A magic button to make me sound good.
Anything else you'd like to share? Until you have held this uke or played it don't knock it.
Features: 10
What year was it made? Where was is made? Not sure on the year but I believe it is number 87. This as well as all sceptres was made in Hawai'i.
How many frets? 21
Solid-Top? Solid Koa Body as well as top
Any pickups or electronics? None
Body and neck woods? Koa
Finish : 10
Body style: Tenor Sceptre
Bridge style: KoAloha crown bridge. Strings go through and they are twisted and tightened upon themselves.
Tuners: Grover
Neck/Scale Tenor Koa and normal scale for a tenor.
Any included accessories? One of those styrofoam triangular shaped hard/soft bags. I think it is called a Lani Kai case. I also got an extra set of ko'olau gold strings and Kapalua strings.
Sound: 13. Is that possible? 10
How does it suit your music style? The Sceptre fits my style of music very well. i play worship music and this ukulele is filled with allegories and symbolism.
What amps and effects are you using it with? None. Doesn't need any.
Is it noisy? If you mean loud then yes. If you mean moisy in a negative way then no.
What kind of sounds can the uke make? Tghis uke has limitless possibilities when it comes to sound. i strum it and finger pick but I play rhythm mainly. I am not playing this uke up to its full potential.
Likes and dislikes? so far i like everything about the uke. The edges are a little pointy but they sit very well in my leg. It is actually more stable in a sitting position than I thought at first.
Action, Fit & Finish: 9.5
How well was the ukulele set-up at the factory? This ukulele is set-up perfectly. Not sure if it came from factory this way but I assume it did since it is a masterpiece.
Properly bookmatched top? It appears to be a solid wood piece top and back. If it is bookmatched I caqn not tell.
Properly routed bridge? I think so. Not sure what routed means but the bridge area appears to be fine.
Did the ukulele contain any flaws? I can not find any flaws with the naked eye. This was a used uke and it seems the previous owner never played it.
Reliability/Durability: 9.5
Will this ukulele withstand live playing? Yes.
Does the hardware seem like it will last? There is no hardware.
Is the finish good enough to last, or does it seem thin and easy to wear off with lots of playing? It seems translusent. It reflects the light in a magical way.
Can you depend on it? Yes. I would depend on it.
Would you use it on a gig without a backup? If I was good enough to play a gig.
Customer Support: N/A but 10 in previous dealings.
If you've dealt with the company, how helpful/friendly were they? I contacted the company on various different occasions and they have been very helpful and always seemed to have time for a customer.
Ever try and get it repaired? Nope.
Was it under warranty? Originally yes but the warranty didn't carry over to me but I am sure if I have a problem with it KoAloha will take care of me.
How long is the warranty: Lifetime better than the weather
Overall Rating: 9.9
How long have you been playing? Since 2002 but only seriously fior a year.
What other gear do you own? I own a KoAloha concert, Pono Mango 8 string, Mele solid koa, ,mele solid koa top, makala and kala soprano
Is there something you wish you had asked before buying this ukulele? Not really.
If it were stolen or lost, would you buy it again or get something else? Not sure if i would be able to afford it again and not sure how i would lose it but If I was able to I would buy it again.
What do you love about it? The sound and look of it. Also the build quality. It is the best built uke I have ever seen or held.
What do you hate? Nothing
What is your favorite feature? The crown bridge.
Did you compare it to other ukuleles? Which ones? Maybe a Pineapple Sunday
Why did you choose this one? It was my second dream ukulele. I read the story behind the Sceptre and fell in love with it.
Anything you wish it had? A magic button to make me sound good.
Anything else you'd like to share? Until you have held this uke or played it don't knock it.
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