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Yesterday, 10:47 AM

Ukecaster started a thread Pau Ferro or Ebony in Uke Talk

The specs on this Elite tenor listing say it has a pau ferro fingerboard and bridge. But it sure looks like ebony to me. Whaddya think?

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Yesterday, 09:13 AM

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

Some sets like UkeLogic and Oasis specify the exact same set for sop/concert/tenor. I always thought that was strange, and wondered which uke size,...

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02-24-2021, 08:07 AM

Ukecaster replied to a thread Uke themed facemasks in Uke Talk

Or, if I wanted to lighten things up, and get a few chuckles out in the sometimes gloomy world, I could get these ;)

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02-24-2021, 08:00 AM

Ukecaster started a thread Uke themed facemasks in Uke Talk

So far in this COVID mess, I've just been wearing boring solid colored facemasks. When I order more, I may get some fun uke inspired versions, like...

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02-24-2021, 07:13 AM

Ukecaster replied to a thread Un-expected Lockdown Discoveries in Uke Talk

They're like rabbits, they just keep multiplying!

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02-22-2021, 06:19 AM

Ziret replied to a thread String stuck inside string-through bridge in Uke Tech Support

Not sure how useful it will be, but you might try a little graphite on each side. You can get it powdered, or take some sandpaper to a carpenter’s...

7 replies | 165 view(s)

02-22-2021, 05:51 AM

Ziret replied to a thread Ortega CONCERT SIZED - RUSL-HSB - anyone in Buying Tips

Isn’t that the bare minimum for UU membership? Gerald, you’re lucky you managed to get in with just one.

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02-22-2021, 05:42 AM

Ziret replied to a thread Setting up a Waterman soprano in Uke Talk

The good thing about putting all that work into a plastic uke is you learn a lot in a low-risk environment. And you are unlikely to ever encounter...

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02-21-2021, 04:16 PM

Ukecaster replied to a thread String stuck inside string-through bridge in Uke Tech Support

I use the pointy end of a safety pin, or wire to push down to release the knot. That's one reason that using beads is a good idea with string-thru...

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02-21-2021, 08:07 AM

Ukecaster started a thread Winter skyscrapers in General Discussion

We've got some big icicles here. This one is over 3 feet tall. Snapped off a few, and planted them in our snowbank out front, a winter art project,...

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02-21-2021, 07:58 AM

ukeinfused replied to a thread Please, somebody buy this in Uke Talk

Your seller Corey is local player/collector/uke aficionado here in the Twin Cities. He is a fabulous guy, wonderful musician. Here's his YouTube...

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02-21-2021, 07:55 AM

Ukecaster started a thread Winter skyscrapers in General Discussion

We've got some big icicles here. This one is over 3 feet tall. My daughter said it reminded her of the skyscraper in Dubai.

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02-21-2021, 04:09 AM

Ukecaster started a thread The Wind and Sun - Jim Beloff in Links and Videos

I ran across this one by Jim Beloff, who is associated with Magic Fluke instruments. He put out a new album last year, with this as the title track....

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02-20-2021, 04:39 PM

ukeinfused replied to a thread Wunderkammer owners, chime in! in Uke Talk

What are the chances that two Philly educated boys would have both a Pokahu and a 100 year old Weymann? I still miss the Weymann, but am glad...

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02-20-2021, 04:23 PM

ukeinfused replied to a thread Waterman on the way! in Uke Talk

Loren of Florida, I am duly impressed. You are WAY more persevering than me! This was fun to read. Can't wait to hear how you do with a decent...

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