For those in the market for a custom uke, does the luthier's interaction on UU one of the main factors in choosing that person?
Just curious.
Just curious.
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For those in the market for a custom uke, does the luthier's interaction on UU make you want to buy a uke from them?
There are lots of luthiers out there so I was wondering if the luthier's interaction one of the main factors for choosing that person.
Just curious.
For me, I have to say it was not a main factor in the choice, but it certainly affects my confidence in the build. I have commissioned 3 ukes (only one of which is complete) and 2 of them are from non-UU luthiers. I regard(ed) those builds as somewhat of a gamble. The third is active on UU and well respected - I have total confidence in that one.For those in the market for a custom uke, does the luthier's interaction on UU one of the main factors in choosing that person?
For those in the market for a custom uke, does the luthier's interaction on UU one of the main factors in choosing that person?
And there are a few builders that I would never commission, let alone buy any of their spec ukes, new or used, because of their attitudes on the forum.
I want someone who is willing to communicate clearly, who is well grounded in luthiery, and who has a good attitude. I want to see a presence somewhere, if just on Facebook or a website, or via word of mouth, which I am only likely to find discussed on uke forums even if the luthier isn't a member. So I suppose that's yes and no.
If they have a crummy attitude I don't want that energy in something in which I hope to find pleasure, but that is just me. My Donaldson is my only custom but I feel the love and the skill in it every time I pick it up. Brad has talent and a great all around attitude about life, and a lot of wisdom. I love having both a uke and a flute he created with joy.