ChrisRCovington
Well-known member
Hello all,
So I did it, I got myself a Brüko! I first tried the marketplace forum here and really didn't find what I was looking for. So I figured I could order from Brüko, the only American comapny currently offering them or Thomann. Since I wasn't sure if I'd like the instrument (people say it is a love it or hate it sort of uke) I went with Thomann since it was the cheapest option for me. With shipping and the exchange fee my credit card charged me it cost less than $200 so I can't complain. I ordered the No. 6: one because that it their standard model, two I love the 2-tone headstock and three that's all they sell at Thomann (made it easy for me). I ordered it on Monday (the order went through on Tuesday since I ordered after Thomann closed) and got it today.
So far I am very pleased. It is a solid little ukulele with a great sound. I actually like the stock Pyramid strings and will be keeping them for a while. The instrument is clean, tight and there isn't a single imperfection that I can see. True German craftsmanship. It does have a few features that are different compared to most ukuleles. There is no lining at all inside the box. The bracing is pretty solid. It still feels VERY sturdy but light at the same time. The bridge and saddle are one piece like the old Chicago ukuleles. The neck and fretboard are also one solid piece. It is odd because it isn't just frets set into the neck like old Hawaiian ukuleles there is a fretboard of sorts, it is just integrated into the neck. The frets are textured very finely. The body is solid mahogany and it has one of the sweetest smells. It is like a fine cigar box. It just permeates the air! The neck/fretboard is solid maple and it creates a striking contrast with the mahogany. To be honest I think even with the shipping (30 Euros!) it is still a great deal. Although it is new and I still have that "new toy" feeling about it I can tell you I like it much more than the, often much more expensive, East Asian imports. I hope more people start picking these little ukuleles up in the States. Hand crafted instruments in solid woods for less than $200. Can't beat it!
The last photo is my Brüko No. 6 next to my Martin S1 for reference. They're like two German buddies hanging out drinking beer and eating Wurst together
So I did it, I got myself a Brüko! I first tried the marketplace forum here and really didn't find what I was looking for. So I figured I could order from Brüko, the only American comapny currently offering them or Thomann. Since I wasn't sure if I'd like the instrument (people say it is a love it or hate it sort of uke) I went with Thomann since it was the cheapest option for me. With shipping and the exchange fee my credit card charged me it cost less than $200 so I can't complain. I ordered the No. 6: one because that it their standard model, two I love the 2-tone headstock and three that's all they sell at Thomann (made it easy for me). I ordered it on Monday (the order went through on Tuesday since I ordered after Thomann closed) and got it today.
So far I am very pleased. It is a solid little ukulele with a great sound. I actually like the stock Pyramid strings and will be keeping them for a while. The instrument is clean, tight and there isn't a single imperfection that I can see. True German craftsmanship. It does have a few features that are different compared to most ukuleles. There is no lining at all inside the box. The bracing is pretty solid. It still feels VERY sturdy but light at the same time. The bridge and saddle are one piece like the old Chicago ukuleles. The neck and fretboard are also one solid piece. It is odd because it isn't just frets set into the neck like old Hawaiian ukuleles there is a fretboard of sorts, it is just integrated into the neck. The frets are textured very finely. The body is solid mahogany and it has one of the sweetest smells. It is like a fine cigar box. It just permeates the air! The neck/fretboard is solid maple and it creates a striking contrast with the mahogany. To be honest I think even with the shipping (30 Euros!) it is still a great deal. Although it is new and I still have that "new toy" feeling about it I can tell you I like it much more than the, often much more expensive, East Asian imports. I hope more people start picking these little ukuleles up in the States. Hand crafted instruments in solid woods for less than $200. Can't beat it!
The last photo is my Brüko No. 6 next to my Martin S1 for reference. They're like two German buddies hanging out drinking beer and eating Wurst together
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