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  1. bbkobabe

    It's almost time to: PLAY BALL! Predict your team's record for this year

    That was simply unbelievable. Could not possibly be a more emblematic baseball moment. I'll never get tired of talking about it!
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    What the heck are these?

    DING! DING! DING! And we have a winner! I was given a box of tool recently. This was in there. I knew it had something to do with wire. When you absolutely, positively can't let a bolt get loose and fall out!
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    What the heck are these?

    Nope, says Mr Ed... Don't twist my tongue like that!
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    What the heck are these?

    This one had me wondering for a while...
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    my ukulele progress

    I'm tired of the effect that super hot chili peppers have on my "system" the following day... done with that! There is a company that produces the hottest chili sauces in America... It's called The Pucker Butt Pepper Company. The name alone says... too much. They sell a box of potato chips...
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    Non-drill straps - just save your money and don't

    And next? A debate over buttons... some people will argue over nothing Your uke you won't kill so go grab your drill and quit all this huffin' and puffin'
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    The Strap Thread

    Another thread touting the strap? My patience is starting to snap... I just want to heave seeing your fancy weave- I honestly don't give a crap.
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    Why is the use of straps more contentious in the uke community than with other fretted instruments?

    To me, a strap just seems absurd A uke is as light as a bird Even a big baritone does not make me groan But if you want one, I don't give a turd!
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    The Bridge Thread

    He makes those out of self adhesive clear cell phone protector screens... I've seen pic guards made out of those but this is very clever. I might have to copy that too.
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    Tenor recommendations $250-$300 price range

    My first solid top buy was a Kala Travel tenor... an sstu-t. It's a great ukulele for people who travel and comes with a special padded case. I still play mine regularly (even though I've moved up a bit since I bought this) and I always enjoy it. Play loud and clear and the small profile neck is...
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    Kala's newest creation is just around the corner...⁠ What wood is this ?

    I know I probably come off as a Kala homer... And I am! But their factory is only 10 miles from my house so I come by it honestly. But here is yet another example of why I think this company is so great... I bought that "Squashed cane toad" Ubass I mentioned up above in this thread used from...
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    Workshop frustrations for an old guy.

    Wow... you set the bar pretty high...
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    Kala's newest creation is just around the corner...⁠ What wood is this ?

    No, Tall Toad is owned by a consortium of more local amphibians... 🐸 And we don't have Cane Toads here in NorCal fortunately... Not sure I want to hear your sad toad story... especially if it involves late nights in the desert where you were "greeting" them with your tongue. :sick: If it...
  14. bbkobabe

    My Strumming Hits the Edge of the Fretboard...Tips?

    Now you know the diagnosis... but what will be the cure? Unless you can somehow fit that in and call it part of your personal style... its' time for a technique tuneup!
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    ::Leader Board:: Ahnko Honu Takes The Lead Chapter 23!

    This thread is really hard to figure out... And what ever happened to the count down display?
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    My Strumming Hits the Edge of the Fretboard...Tips?

    Are you using a pick? If so I have no advice... Do you keep your nails short? I take mine down to the quick... no clicks for me. Otherwise: Maybe adjust your attack on your strum and find a work around? Lift that thumb a bit, maybe?
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    Workshop frustrations for an old guy.

    Ok- Here goes: If a screw falls in the work shop and you step on it while going barefoot, does that mean that the customer waiting out in the front room who hears you screaming and swearing will walk right out the door of your shop while thinking they are dealing with a crazy person?
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    Kala's newest creation is just around the corner...⁠ What wood is this ?

    I totally respect this decision... and love Kala, actually! They are located right near me and I've been to their factory a couple of times. I teach ukulele and my school recently bought 28 ukuleles from them... aside from owning more than a few myself. They stand up behind their products and...
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    Kala's newest creation is just around the corner...⁠ What wood is this ?

    Here is a link with a full explanation: https://m.facebook.com/KalaUbass/posts/many-of-you-have-asked-me-questions-on-why-the-kala-ubass-features-a-toad-on-eac/984973411598899/?locale=it_IT