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RedViolin · Nov 21, 2012

Limited Kala -Marcy Marxer vs Pono Atc-C?

EDIT: Look at the last post.

I've played the acoustic guitar for a year and the violin for four years. Now, I'm looking into buying my first uke.

I would like a warm and mellow sound in a tenor size. Right now, I have $370. Any suggestions?

Right now, I'm eying the Kala KA-SMLT and the Pono ATC-C. Any thoughts on them?

BlueLatitude · Nov 21, 2012

I like both. *blush* I'm no help.

GKK · Nov 22, 2012

Pono's are very High Quality and sound Great but, that Slot Head Kala looks Nice too!...

kauaijim · Nov 22, 2012

Pono, no doubt in my mind. Have checked out Kala v. Pono at HMS and prefer Pono. I have two and I'm playing the MC more than anything else for past three weeks since I got it in Wahiawa.

RedViolin · Nov 23, 2012

Hmm, seems like the majority is going with the Pono.

For those who have played the Pono ATC-C, is it warm to you? Also, how's the feel? It's hard to tell on the HMS website cause the recordings can be misleading.

Lideruke · Nov 23, 2012

Feel free to call the guys at HMS. They'll answer any questions you have. They've been great in helping me pick out my last couple ukes.

PhilUSAFRet · Nov 23, 2012

Pono can be brightish or mellowish, depending on strings. Same with Kala. Some closeout Kala Solid mahogany tenors with cutaway and pickup on ebay for $199 with free shipping (no setup). They sound very good, buuuutttttt, it won't be a Pono. I like a little bling, but for me, sound has to come first.....Pono for me.

Whistle · Nov 23, 2012

I second the recommendation for the Pono. I LOVE mine - beautiful instrument. I have no regrets about choosing it.

bazmaz · Nov 23, 2012

Pono quality and roundness of tone beats Kala IMHO. Sorry Kala lovers. Kala at that price are nice, but not up to a Pono. If you have Pono money, have you checked Mele? Sweet too.

RedViolin · Nov 25, 2012

What about the limited Kala -Marcy Marxer - Spruce/ Acacia Tenor Electric? It's not very warm but sounds very nice! Feels great too. This or the pono?

With the pono, I'm not sure what I'm getting. With the Kala, I know what I'm getting (plus, it's only $350).

anthonyg · Nov 25, 2012

Lots of Pono fans here. Yet, where I live its mostly Kala's. One store has recently had some Pono's for sale and while they were nice they didn't jump out at me as being superior to Kala's. My two bobs worth. Buy the Kala and when you want to buy something else you could go upmarket of both the Kala and the Pono.

Anthony

RedViolin · Dec 26, 2012

So after MUCH thinking, I have just bought the Pono ATC-C as a late Christmas present for myself. I hope it comes in perfect shape and I enjoy playing it for years to come! Thanks for all the help everyone

I can't wait till it comes. Ground shipping is going to take forever....the wait is killing me

kvehe · Dec 26, 2012

Congratulations on a great choice. You'll love it.

bildio · Dec 26, 2012

RedViolin said:
So after MUCH thinking, I have just bought the Pono ATC-C as a late Christmas present for myself. I hope it comes in perfect shape and I enjoy playing it for years to come! Thanks for all the help everyone

I can't wait till it comes. Ground shipping is going to take forever....the wait is killing me

I can relate. I'm a newbie to ukes too. I just joined this forum & saw your post. I ordered a Pono AT yesterday after reading many reviews. I should get it on Friday, unless the East coast weather delays delivery.

mm stan · Dec 26, 2012

congrats too...I would have chosen the pono with free setup from HMS ....way to go..big difference man buying direct from HMS believe me soundwise..

OldePhart · Dec 26, 2012

Yep...wise decision...enjoy your new uke!

RedViolin · Dec 30, 2012

Thanks everyone. I got an email saying that the Pono is coming on 1/2/13. I'm extremely excited

OldePhart · Dec 30, 2012

Geee...not coming until next year, I don't think I could wait that long!

Just kidding - enjoy your uke.

Nickie · Dec 30, 2012

Let us see when it gets home!

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