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Yesterday, 03:52 AM

EDW replied to a thread Aquila ukulele sugar strings: are there available a few haters because squeack noise? in Uke Talk

I can't wait to hear the results. I agree the tone was great.

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Yesterday, 02:17 AM

EDW replied to a thread Aquila ukulele sugar strings: are there available a few haters because squeack noise? in Uke Talk

That is probably true. I found that the dryness of winter and the dryness of my skin increased the problem.

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02-14-2020, 09:56 AM

EDW replied to a thread Brüko Walnut Soprano follow up review with new strings in Ukulele Reviews

Wow, you have been working overtime this week! Thanks for the comparison. The Martins do seem to have a little more depth and with a little more...

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02-13-2020, 01:44 AM

EDW replied to a thread Mango red cedar body mezzo soprano in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

I love it. It really highlights the beauty of the wood with great taste, style and workmanship.

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02-12-2020, 11:35 AM

EDW replied to a thread Outdoor Nickel Tenor Ukulele - REVIEW in Ukulele Reviews

I'd love to see/hear you review the soprano

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02-12-2020, 10:09 AM

EDW replied to a thread Aquila ukulele sugar strings: are there available a few haters because squeack noise? in Uke Talk

Sorry to have missed out on this. I thought that these were great strings in many respects. I loved the tone, ring and projection. I did have some...

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02-09-2020, 12:52 PM

EDW replied to a thread Value of this ukulele? in Buying Tips

I am sure some folks here will have some good info. I would also look at similar instruments that sold at ebay and Reverb. That can often be a guide...

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02-09-2020, 02:42 AM

EDW replied to a thread Guitar Stores Online-US in Guitar Discussion

I have heard good things about https://themusicemporium.com

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02-08-2020, 12:01 PM

EDW replied to a thread Guitar Stores Online-US in Guitar Discussion

I bought an instrument from https://maurysmusic.com and they were pleasant to deal with.

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02-08-2020, 04:38 AM

EDW replied to a thread Martin S1 vs Ohana soild mahoganies in Buying Tips

I suppose it may be more bang for the buck. I would probably still spend a bit more and get the Martin. Either would be a pleasure to play.

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02-07-2020, 09:14 AM

EDW replied to a thread Gotaukulele's Highest Rating for "Sound" in Uke Talk

Yes. It seems that there are a number that are basically an infomercial or that spend 75% of the time showing you the unboxing, which I really don't...

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02-07-2020, 06:48 AM

EDW replied to a thread Gotaukulele's Highest Rating for "Sound" in Uke Talk

I always find his reviews helpful. He covers a lot of areas and shares clear thoughts about pros and cons. He is quite objective and gives the...

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02-04-2020, 07:41 AM

EDW replied to a thread UkeRepublic Disappointment in Uke Talk

I have seen this in a number of instances- with vendors, luthiers, private sellers. I see some threads where the person is making a case for issues...

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02-01-2020, 12:05 PM

EDW replied to a thread KoAloha Silver Series at HMS... maybe in Uke Talk

Nice instruments. I wish it had friction tuners.

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01-30-2020, 07:07 AM

EDW replied to a thread Guitar blasphemy .....but Wow! in Uke Talk

If you like that, check out the playing of Stanley Jordan

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01-28-2020, 05:52 AM

EDW replied to a thread new flight Long Neck Soprano Tavel Uke TUSL in Ukulele Reviews

I wonder about the feasibility of installing a set of Graphtech tuners on one of these?

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01-28-2020, 05:22 AM

EDW replied to a thread HMS used site in Uke Talk

https://reverb.com/shop/ukulele-station

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01-28-2020, 05:00 AM

EDW replied to a thread new flight Long Neck Soprano Tavel Uke TUSL in Ukulele Reviews

The playability vs cost ratio is amazing. One would think that an instrument at that price would be poor quality, but that is far from the truth....

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01-27-2020, 12:54 PM

EDW replied to a thread Peterson Stroboclip HD Tuner - REVIEW in Ukulele Reviews

Yes, in a noisy room it would not work well. I believe you could rig a pick up. I recall seeing that somewhere on their site.

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01-27-2020, 09:20 AM

EDW replied to a thread Peterson Stroboclip HD Tuner - REVIEW in Ukulele Reviews

BTW- they also make a phone tuner app iStrobosoft that gets great reviews. I have a friend who uses it and loves it.

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01-27-2020, 03:43 AM

EDW replied to a thread Call On Me (Chicago) in Links and Videos

Another lovely performance. I always love your song choices!

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01-26-2020, 01:38 PM

EDW replied to a thread I wish this resulted in electrocution in General Discussion

Yes, and it would make them eligible for a Darwin Award https://darwinawards.com I understand that teenagers seem to feel invincible and...

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01-26-2020, 02:52 AM

EDW replied to a thread Martha My Dear in Links and Videos

Wow, terrific groove on that. Great job!

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01-25-2020, 05:37 AM

EDW replied to a thread Martin S1 vs Ohana soild mahoganies in Buying Tips

I agree that a Martin would be a better choice for the reasons mentioned. I would not discount the idea of a vintage Martin. You can sometimes find...

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01-23-2020, 07:05 AM

EDW replied to a thread Buying a Martin S-1 online? in Uke Talk

While each instrument may have some variances in wood or subtleties in tone, Martin has decent enough quality control that you are likely to get...

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01-22-2020, 02:50 AM

EDW replied to a thread Peterson Stroboclip HD Tuner - REVIEW in Ukulele Reviews

Nice review. Peterson makes great products and has been the standard for many years.

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01-21-2020, 06:42 AM

EDW replied to a thread Recommendations: Soprano Pineapple Ukulele for studio recording in Uke Talk

I sometimes see used Kamaka pineapples on eBay or Reverb at a decent price. Maybe you could find a good deal.

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01-20-2020, 03:07 PM

EDW replied to a thread Ukulele Related News from NAMM 2020 in Uke Talk

Years ago, the great luthier Joel Eckhaus made some Tele and Les Paul styled ukes that were well built and that people loved. Not sure how many he...

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01-17-2020, 04:40 PM

EDW replied to a thread Ukulele Related News from NAMM 2020 in Uke Talk

I am with you on this. While I have heard some characterize soprano as if it is something one begins with before moving on, or for kids, the soprano...

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