Looking for a High Gloss finished Uke.

GKK · Feb 4, 2011

I'm looking for a nice "High Gloss" natural wood or Painted Soprano Ukulele just because they look really nice.

The only High Gloss Uke's I've seen are the Mainland's. What other companies make a High Gloss finish. Thanks.

cletus · Feb 4, 2011

Try Kanilea, famous for their gloss finish. MGM has 'em.

Lori · Feb 4, 2011

Yes, Kanilea has a fabulous UV gloss. The glossy Ohanas and Kalas are really pretty too (and they are good ukes). I love the glossy look on the woodgrain! These companies have satin or matte ukes too, so look carefully at the descriptions. Makala colored Dolphins are shiny too.
–Lori

molokinirum · Feb 4, 2011

Kanile'a ukes are high gloss!!

SweetWaterBlue · Feb 4, 2011

My Ohana is pretty shiny when I take the time to polish it up. I almost never do, perhaps because when I bought it, I really wanted the matte finish, but it was used and it was what it was. My Lanikai tenor is also very shiny (again when I polish it up).

Rockabilly · Feb 4, 2011

My pono has a high gloss finish

GKK · Feb 4, 2011

Are there any Chinese manufactured Ukulele's to stay away from?

SweetWaterBlue · Feb 4, 2011

How much do you want to spend, and what size do you want? Pretty much all the low-mid priced common brands like Kala, Lanikai, Mainland, Sailor, offer decently made Chinese made gloss models. If you find a brand on eBay that no one has heard feel free to ask. It might help if you could tell us if there some in particular you are looking at.

GKK · Feb 4, 2011

I really want a Standard Kamaka but, they don't offer them in a High Gloss finish so, I wanted to know of other comparable Uke's out there that offer a high gloss finish for around $650. Thanks

Lori · Feb 4, 2011

If you wanted a Kamaka, then I would say go for a Kanile'a high gloss. I have a Super Concert K-1 in gloss finish, and it is a joy to look at, touch, and play... just really beautiful in every way. If you are able to hear it first, even over the phone, it might be a good idea. Each one has it's own voice.

–Lori

mm stan · Feb 4, 2011

Aloha GKK,
The standard Kamaka is kinda shiny when you buy it and if you polish it you can bring out a nice gloss finish because it a laquer finish....Happy Strummings, MM Stan

Uncle Leroy · Feb 4, 2011

Pono does hi-gloss very nicely, they are great ukes and in my opinion, for the money, they cannot be beat. MGM carries them and his service is absolutely outstanding.

GKK · Feb 5, 2011

Thanks, for the Great suggestions everyone. I'll check out each of those models!

Coconut Willie · Feb 5, 2011

Lori said:
If you wanted a Kamaka, then I would say go for a Kanile'a high gloss. I have a Super Concert K-1 in gloss finish, and it is a joy to look at, touch, and play... just really beautiful in every way. If you are able to hear it first, even over the phone, it might be a good idea. Each one has it's own voice.

–Lori

I agree.....if you can't get the Kamaka....get the Kanile'a.

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