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Yesterday, 01:34 PM

mds725 replied to a thread WTB: Skytop ukulele in Uke Talk

That shouldn't stop you from starting the same WTB thread in the Marketplace.

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Yesterday, 08:32 AM

mds725 replied to a thread WTB: Skytop ukulele in Uke Talk

I agree. Anyone who is either looking to sell a Skytop ukulele or who might be triggered to consider selling one is more likely to see this post in...

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Yesterday, 06:41 AM

DownUpDave replied to a thread NUD: Collings Koa Tenor in Uke Talk

Well done, very well done. That koa has some beautiful curl in it, top notch as all Collings ukes are. Enjoy it........as I am sure you will. But...

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Yesterday, 05:25 AM

about2 replied to a thread Birth year ukuleles in Uke Talk

I have a Harmony Baritone - it could of been made in my birth year (1956), maybe, but probably not. More likely in the 60's. However I could say it...

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01-23-2021, 06:26 AM

Rakelele replied to a thread Instead of NAMM: Share Ukulele Related News for 2021 in Uke Talk

Kala is adding a flame maple sunburst in concert and tenor size, with either cherry burst tobacco burst: ...

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01-23-2021, 06:17 AM

Rakelele replied to a thread Instead of NAMM: Share Ukulele Related News for 2021 in Uke Talk

Here is Mike from Uke Republic demoing the new Ohana solid mango tenor pineapple (PKT-220G): https://youtu.be/6583c0Brgik?t=20

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01-23-2021, 06:06 AM

Rakelele replied to a thread Instead of NAMM: Share Ukulele Related News for 2021 in Uke Talk

Here's a look at the virtual booth from Luna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DpHqbS5Sds

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01-23-2021, 05:58 AM

Rakelele replied to a thread Instead of NAMM: Share Ukulele Related News for 2021 in Uke Talk

Seems to me like there are less new models and stuff than in other years, at least I haven't found much. Here is Martin Guitars presenting their...

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01-23-2021, 04:14 AM

DownUpDave replied to a thread My First appearance on YouTube in Uke Talk

Well done Jim, both you and Maggie killed it. I started my ukulele playing at Corktown Uke Jam as well. I also did my first open mic performance...

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01-22-2021, 01:22 PM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles replied to a thread Short sides for tenor uke build in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

I thought 18 1/4" was 18"+ I typically leave 1/4" gap at butt for end grafts. You can also leave a 1/4"- 1/2" gap at the heel area as it all gets...

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01-22-2021, 07:42 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles started a thread VIDEO- Maple fretboard refret with stainless steel frets in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

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01-22-2021, 07:20 AM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread What case for pono pineapple concert uke? in Buying Tips

The Ukulele Site should be able to help try talking to Corey..btw Pono designed and owned by them, if there is no specific pineapple case he should...

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01-22-2021, 02:11 AM

DownUpDave replied to a thread Things That Could Improve Sound of Any Ukulele in Uke Talk

I understand where you are coming from, we all what the holy grail of sound. Neil 0 did give you some constructive ideas. A few others are raise the...

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01-21-2021, 12:15 PM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread What case for pono pineapple concert uke? in Buying Tips

have you checked with Pono or The Ukulele Site?

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01-21-2021, 11:48 AM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread Things That Could Improve Sound of Any Ukulele in Uke Talk

great advice as he has tried all kinds of strings this is very good advice... simplest way is to order a custom uke...) and try talking to a good...

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01-21-2021, 11:35 AM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread That Peter Howlett soprano at Gryphon in Uke Talk

different serial numbers? 52 and 58

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01-21-2021, 10:40 AM

mds725 replied to a thread Beginning Baritone Music Theory Question in Ukulele Beginners

Can you post an image from the baritone DU-LYE book of the D note you think is too low to play on a baritone? I can't imagine the book would have...

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01-21-2021, 07:13 AM

about2 replied to a thread Tenor to Bari String Comparison in Uke Talk

Ah - you are so right! I did miss the Fremont option. Love to hear what they sound like . . . care to post a clip?

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01-21-2021, 07:13 AM

Moore Bettah Ukuleles replied to a thread VIDEO- WEN Rotary tool review in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

I, too, have close to a dozen Dremels, and another dozen I’ve held onto for parts. I’ve paid an average of $100 each for these tools. Some models...

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01-20-2021, 07:58 PM

about2 started a thread Tenor to Bari String Comparison in Uke Talk

So I know of two sources that allow your tenor uke to be tuned as a Bari (DGBE). You may ask, why would I want to do that? 1. You have an extra...

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01-20-2021, 08:27 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles replied to a thread Nut Files - Worth Buying? in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

For ukes, you can get away with just 2 files - 0.013" and 0.028" If the string is wider than the nut diameter, just gently rock and/or angle the...

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01-20-2021, 08:24 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles started a thread VIDEO- WEN Rotary tool review in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

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01-19-2021, 03:04 PM

about2 replied to a thread Review: Ohana BKT-70G Short Scale Baritone Ukulele in Ukulele Reviews

Good thoughts. I guess Ohana is thinking the market for this is primarily for those who want to play in GCEA.....how do you think this would do as a...

4 replies | 204 view(s)

01-19-2021, 07:49 AM

Patrick Madsen replied to a thread Cocobolo Change in Uke Talk

Never have been a fan of Pegheads; especially for a slothead design. I agree Jerry, the logo takes away the classic design of the previous builds....

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01-19-2021, 04:11 AM

DownUpDave replied to a thread LfDM Spruce Amazon tenor Mint in Ukulele Marketplace

Anyone that listens to the sound sample knows how exceptional the tone is on this instrument. When Corey grabs it and say “Whoa” on the first...

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01-18-2021, 10:16 PM

mds725 replied to a thread Shipping Question in Uke Talk

Who buys ukuleles from Amazon? Just sayin'.

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01-18-2021, 10:36 AM

Patrick Madsen replied to a thread Martin wreck in Uke Talk

Looks like they emptied grammas attic and found it in a corner.Most of the damage looks like it's heat related in summer and cold related in rainy...

8 replies | 352 view(s)

01-17-2021, 05:17 AM

about2 replied to a thread Playing Better in Uke Talk

That's interesting Jerry. I've participated in three groups. The one which helped me grow the most did these things: 1. They limited "bickering"...

7 replies | 295 view(s)

01-15-2021, 05:16 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles started a thread VIDEO- Smart Neck Shaping Tool in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Happy New Video day! Here is a simple tool for perfectly shaped necks. Please subscribe if you enjoy such videos

0 replies | 103 view(s)

01-14-2021, 01:30 PM

Patrick Madsen replied to a thread GCEA on a Baritone in Uke Talk

Dirk from Southcoast, wrote the reason he was against that tuning on a baritone was it wouldn't drive the soundboard efficiently. Boy, I miss that...

10 replies | 212 view(s)

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