GKK
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I just had a disappointing realization...
Since learning the Ukulele, I've always bought quality brands such as Kala and Pono (used) not wanting to ever spend more than $300 just because I never wanted to be selfish wth this hobby over my family priorities.
I always bought or looked at affordable quality solid wood Tenor alternatives such as Kala's and Kanile'a Islander but, what I always come back to is the Kamaka HF3 Tenor! This Ukulele is Awesome! I like the Koa Wood, Head stock design and logo, simple bridge design, company reputation and sound!...
I just realized I will never spend the money to buy a Kamaka (just feel guilty spending so, much when I could use the money for vacations or helping out one of my grown kids). I own a very nice Kala Tenor spruce top which I like a lot but, just doesn't have that Kamaka tone.
My dream is to go to a garage sale and find a used Kamaka tenor the owner knows nothing about and buy it for a few bucks! Even then, I'll probably feel guilty and tell the owner what it's really worth.
My wife and I are going to Oahu next month to celebrate our 25th wedding Anniversary and I know she'll let me buy whatever Ukulele I want but, I'm just going to stick to window shopping and being happy with what I have.
Does anyone else feel this way?...
Since learning the Ukulele, I've always bought quality brands such as Kala and Pono (used) not wanting to ever spend more than $300 just because I never wanted to be selfish wth this hobby over my family priorities.
I always bought or looked at affordable quality solid wood Tenor alternatives such as Kala's and Kanile'a Islander but, what I always come back to is the Kamaka HF3 Tenor! This Ukulele is Awesome! I like the Koa Wood, Head stock design and logo, simple bridge design, company reputation and sound!...
I just realized I will never spend the money to buy a Kamaka (just feel guilty spending so, much when I could use the money for vacations or helping out one of my grown kids). I own a very nice Kala Tenor spruce top which I like a lot but, just doesn't have that Kamaka tone.
My dream is to go to a garage sale and find a used Kamaka tenor the owner knows nothing about and buy it for a few bucks! Even then, I'll probably feel guilty and tell the owner what it's really worth.
My wife and I are going to Oahu next month to celebrate our 25th wedding Anniversary and I know she'll let me buy whatever Ukulele I want but, I'm just going to stick to window shopping and being happy with what I have.
Does anyone else feel this way?...
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