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Today, 09:09 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Glarry Music in Uke Talk

I'm not sure of the term, but I will pass on that I bought a Glarry case and will NEVER buy another. There's nothing wrong with the case build, but...

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Yesterday, 08:52 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Which U Bass Should I Get? in Uke Talk

No I didn't. I've never played one, just thought they were cool. I love the sound of bass. Then again, I want to play banjo. I'm kind of schizoid in...

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02-24-2021, 09:42 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Which U Bass Should I Get? in Uke Talk

If you have a hand that's under 6" from wrist to tip of middle finger, yes. I'm lucky I get enough stretch to play a concert. I'm not like those 6...

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02-23-2021, 06:37 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Clean moveable chords in Uke Talk

Thanks. The problem with that one is that the open low G gives a huge thud at the start of the chord. It's a little better as x331

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02-23-2021, 05:26 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Clean moveable chords in Uke Talk

Thanks for the suggestion. Picked up an unwound set but haven't put them on yet. Have you tried them?

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02-23-2021, 04:02 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Clean moveable chords in Uke Talk

I've transposed into several keys. A lot Bb works better with my voice, and in A you deal with the dreaded E chord that I haven't mastered yet (I'm...

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02-23-2021, 03:09 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Clean moveable chords in Uke Talk

Somehow I missed the Barre 5 76. Thanks! That just goes between two frets. Ill keep working in the standard form. Wish I could get one of the...

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02-23-2021, 01:34 PM

captain-janeway started a thread Clean moveable chords in Uke Talk

I have a song I've been practicing a lot that bounces between Bb and Eb. Standard E or An is difficult for me (yes I know everyone) as my index...

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02-23-2021, 10:00 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread end pins or strap buttons? in Uke Tech Support

I'm the same way. Unless it was a high end uke I don't think people really notice anyway. I liked these, just cuz, but everyone's taste is...

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02-23-2021, 09:51 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Which U Bass Should I Get? in Uke Talk

Me either. I figured an amp was an amp. I just wish the basses were a little smaller. They look like all kinds of fun.

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02-21-2021, 06:20 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Tea or coffee? What do you prefer? in General Discussion

Definitely a tea drinker too. I brew mine in a pot as well like OP. Sometimes some brown sugar in, occasionally some almond milk (it doesn't cut...

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02-21-2021, 06:11 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread ukulele hot picking in Links and Videos

That's what I was thinking too.

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02-18-2021, 10:54 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread I strum! in Ukulele Beginners

Good tips. I kind of gave up on strumming to any kind of pattern. I can take along to how I think it sounds, but I mostly finger pick now

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02-18-2021, 10:38 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread License Plate Uke in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

Thanks for this shot. I have a better view of your tailpiece setup. I'm figuring you bolted the bridge on before you sealed it up. Wood brace...

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02-13-2021, 04:00 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread WTB: concert banjo ukulele / banjolele in Ukulele Marketplace

If you want one that's kinda fun look at a gold tone little gem. You need to like a flatter back on the neck though

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02-08-2021, 01:43 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread What Do Ukes and Fountain Pens Have in Common? in Uke Talk

Luckily it's not something I have to deal with lol!

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02-08-2021, 07:43 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread What Do Ukes and Fountain Pens Have in Common? in Uke Talk

I didn't even need the help from other forum members: the amount of sports memorabilia I have would make your head spin.

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02-08-2021, 07:18 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread What Do Ukes and Fountain Pens Have in Common? in Uke Talk

lol. I have my dad's old pearl handled 2 blade Imperial pocket knife and an old straight razor with a really old looking wood handle that says...

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02-07-2021, 08:52 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread What Do Ukes and Fountain Pens Have in Common? in Uke Talk

FPH is the one I've used over the years. thanks for the recommendation on Mike. I wasn't even sure FPH was still around. time to hit google.

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02-07-2021, 08:34 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Over the Rainbow, or over the top? in Uke Talk

I love the Starry Night one too. What did it do to the sound?

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02-07-2021, 08:27 AM

captain-janeway replied to a thread What Do Ukes and Fountain Pens Have in Common? in Uke Talk

I have mostly Parkers of various styles (bladder fill, siphon fill), but I love my Queen's Golden Jubilee pen. It's really pretty in its royal purple...

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02-06-2021, 12:17 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread New Banjo Uke for $35.00 : ) in Uke Talk

Seeing this line makes me nervous: DUE TO THE OUTBREAK, THE STORE IS ABOUT TO MOVE DUE TO FUNDS, THE GOODS ARE AUCTIONED FOR A LIMITED TIME, AND THE...

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02-04-2021, 02:33 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread remove or limit the "delete post" option in Site Suggestions

Yeah I'll tend to give a search before asking so Im not asking the same thing that may have been asked like the previous month. On my moped site we...

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02-04-2021, 02:24 PM

captain-janeway replied to a thread Chords That Make You Fret in Ukulele Tips, Tricks and Technique

I wish I could do that kind of stretch with an E. With my ring finger I'd never get the reach or I'd be trying to bend that finger right before the...

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