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Today, 07:15 AM

Moore Bettah Ukuleles replied to a thread Tenor fretboards in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Try Bob Gleason, a renown builder, a member of this forum and trusted dealer of luthier parts....

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Yesterday, 04:02 PM

about2 replied to a thread FS/FT: Pono Master Series Tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

Good point. I have tuned it that way and it’s really nice. And if it doesn’t sell I probably will return it to that tuning. I do like though the...

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Yesterday, 10:33 AM

about2 replied to a thread FS/FT: Pono Master Series Tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

Thanks Kenn! Hmm, they both seem to work for me, but here's the second on just in case:...

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Yesterday, 09:02 AM

about2 started a thread FS/FT: Pono Master Series Tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

For Sale or Trade. Beautiful solid cedar top, solid mahogany back and sides. Limited edition. MTSH-C-MS. Grover tuners, side port, slotted...

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02-22-2021, 11:56 PM

mds725 replied to a thread Ulu Wood in Uke Talk

From an article in the Honolulu Advertiser. I am apparently forbidden by UU to post a link to this article. "In Hawaiian lore, the god Kū lived...

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02-22-2021, 12:09 PM

Moore Bettah Ukuleles replied to a thread Ulu Wood in Uke Talk

Oh never mind. It seems my post was truncated. If anyone wants to know more about ulu they can write me. ;)

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02-22-2021, 11:59 AM

Moore Bettah Ukuleles replied to a thread Ulu Wood in Uke Talk

Ulu (breadfruit) was valued and used extensively by the early Polynesians primarily for food but also used in certain parts of canoe construction. ...

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02-22-2021, 11:07 AM

SoloRule replied to a thread Speak Softly Love in Links and Videos

Thank you John and plunker. For some reasons ...I kept receiving comment from the same person suggesting some porno sites. Within minutes it get...

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02-21-2021, 05:38 AM

about2 replied to a thread Best ukulele absolute beginners book assuming no music knowledge and is for morons? in Uke Talk

Sounds like you've received some good advice. I can only add the book you chose depends on where you want to go. I wanted to learn to finger pick. ...

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02-21-2021, 12:31 AM

DownUpDave replied to a thread Recommendation for thicker Flourocarbon strings in Uke Talk

As Dohle said above anytime you increase diameter you increase tension. Soprano are the smallest diameter, then concert then tenor. Baritone are...

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02-20-2021, 11:42 PM

Kekani replied to a thread Recommendation for thicker Flourocarbon strings in Uke Talk

Of course. D’Addario repackages their Pro Arte into ukulele sets, in addition to their “original” ukulele strings, thanks to Jake. He's been using...

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02-20-2021, 11:55 AM

Kekani replied to a thread Recommendation for thicker Flourocarbon strings in Uke Talk

Try Savarez Alliance 540 Series. Been discussed a few times, but not a common string outside of custom sets. Personally, I've prefer the Cristal...

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02-19-2021, 09:30 PM

Patrick Madsen replied to a thread Favorite Sayings, or ones you just remember in General Discussion

"If this is the worst thing to happen today, I'll take it." As said to my blonde girlfriend; "Lights are on but nobody's home".

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02-19-2021, 01:13 PM

about2 replied to a thread What did you do to your Uke today? in Uke Talk

I too changed some strings! I've been experimenting with the B and E strings on an old Harmony Baritone. I had just about settled on Aquilla Nylgut...

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02-19-2021, 09:39 AM

Kanya replied to a thread FS: Kanile'a Diamond ST Super Tenor Ukulele (EU) in Ukulele Marketplace

Thank you very much for your kind words.

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02-18-2021, 02:35 PM

about2 replied to a thread How has your uke playing changed since pandemic? in Uke Talk

Yes. Mike was a great resource for us. I'm very thankful for his efforts. His family carries on his work. You can go here and follow their...

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02-18-2021, 12:51 PM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread Who else owns a Maui Music uke? in Uke Talk

Peter builds in New Jersey and Florida now not coming back to Maui as far as i know,on Maui he had builders working with him on the East Coast he...

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02-18-2021, 12:14 PM

about2 replied to a thread How has your uke playing changed since pandemic? in Uke Talk

I'm focused more on the baritone as a result and loving it. I recently purchased Mike Lynch's chord melody books and are loving working my way...

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02-18-2021, 12:11 PM

about2 replied to a thread Baritone Laziness in Uke Talk

Ah- so Im not alone! I love the tone of my Bari's. I use them as a solo instrument.

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02-18-2021, 07:49 AM

Moore Bettah Ukuleles replied to a thread Wanna hear something funny? in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Building a great sounding soprano will be more of a challenge than building a tenor uke. But you’re up to it Chuck. I’ve played your first tenor...

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02-17-2021, 09:59 PM

hawaii 50 replied to a thread Who else owns a Maui Music uke? in Uke Talk

i have an Xmas 1998 Maui Music that was built on Maui...i got to know Peter after i got this uke and enjoy his friendship with him after he moved to...

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02-17-2021, 07:02 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles started a thread VIDEO- Three Amazing Sets of Rodgers Tuners in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

If you enjoyed this video please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to help my channel grow!- Thanks so much

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02-17-2021, 05:19 AM

Beau Hannam Ukuleles replied to a thread VIDEO- How to Glue a Guitar Bridge Tips & Tricks (with a Demo using Hot Hide Glue) in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Yep- I make my tabs at least 1mm thick- enough to truly butt up against the bridge edge- do it tight on all sides and it doesn't wiggle. I trick i...

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02-16-2021, 08:46 AM

lfoo6952 replied to a thread Should I add MiSi to my Blackbird order? in Buying Tips

I had the MiSi pick up on my Farallon. I never experienced any acoustic function issues or maintenance issues.

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02-16-2021, 08:43 AM

lfoo6952 replied to a thread There's a Kind of Hush in Links and Videos

Very nice John. I love the "orchestra" playing in the background.

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02-16-2021, 08:37 AM

lfoo6952 replied to a thread Baby in Links and Videos

Dave: You've brightened my day. Nice bouncy tune. Thanks for posting. Luke

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02-16-2021, 07:43 AM

mds725 replied to a thread For Sale: Blackbird Farallon w/MISI and HSC in Ukulele Marketplace

https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/showthread.php?117241-Please-read-before-posting-items-for-sale "If you wish to sell anything in the...

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02-16-2021, 07:07 AM

Kekani replied to a thread VIDEO- How to Glue a Guitar Bridge Tips & Tricks (with a Demo using Hot Hide Glue) in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Actually, I use the tape just to cleanup. Registering is done as I always have - I drill two 7/16” holes at an angle on each end of the bridge slot,...

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