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Jim Hanks replied to a thread Mango in Links and Videos

Looks more like cedar :p

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02-14-2019, 04:25 AM

Down Up Dick replied to a thread Kicked off the wall. in Uke Talk

Hey! You kids get off my wall! ///It happens all the time. Some people just got walls - some don’t.///. :old:

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02-12-2019, 12:57 PM

sam13 replied to a thread Interested in a cutaway tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

Look for a Pono with a radius to boot ... it will make you happy!

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02-11-2019, 12:52 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Ukuleles with scale length between concert and tenor in Uke Talk

I believe he generally builds "to order" which isn't quite "custom" but gives you opportunity to choose quite a few elements including top wood and...

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02-10-2019, 01:59 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Ukuleles with scale length between concert and tenor in Uke Talk

My KPK soprano longneck is 15.5". And I almost commissioned a semi-custom soprano Sailor Brand with 16". They were willing to build it, but that...

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02-10-2019, 10:48 AM

sam13 replied to a thread FS Custom Tenor by Josh Rieck. Carpathian spruce & AAAA Hawaii Koa body in Ukulele Marketplace

I have bought a Uke from Hodge, and was very pleased with everything ... he has superb integrity, and is a pleasure to buy from. Good luck with it,...

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02-10-2019, 06:30 AM

sam13 replied to a thread FS Custom Tenor by Josh Rieck. Carpathian spruce & AAAA Hawaii Koa body in Ukulele Marketplace

:drool::drool::drool:

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02-10-2019, 05:08 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread My 'Big Idea' in Ukulele Building / Luthier's Lounge

But if the GBP stays down against the USD, wouldn't that make it more attractive for US buyers?

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02-10-2019, 04:52 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread New and unusual Guilele models from Romero Creations in Uke Talk

There was only one of each model listed

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02-10-2019, 02:55 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread New and unusual Guilele models from Romero Creations in Uke Talk

As of this morning, there are 3 6-strings up at HMS, all spruce/mahogany: https://www.theukulelesite.com/shop-by/brand/romero-creations.html If...

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02-09-2019, 04:01 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Is it me or the strings? in Ukulele Tips, Tricks and Technique

Standard troubleshooting technique says to eliminate one variable at a time. Is it you? Have someone else play your uke and see if it buzzes for...

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02-09-2019, 06:52 AM

sam13 replied to a thread WTB Barron River or Webber Ukulele in Ukulele Marketplace

I have played this Webber Ukulele and can vouch that it has superb tone. Dave is fussy ... and makes great choices.

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02-07-2019, 02:43 PM

sam13 replied to a thread Kala KA-SRT-MA Mike Aratani Commemorative Tenor Ukulele (with case). in Ukulele Marketplace

The South Coast strings sound great on this Uke. Sad to think both MGM and Dirk (owner of SouthCoast Strings) have passed on. Perhaps another...

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02-07-2019, 09:02 AM

Down Up Dick replied to a thread Tenor guitar body depth in Guitar Discussion

My Kala tenor guitar measures 3 and 3/8” at the bottom. I like it a lot, but it makes lots of mistakes. :old:

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02-06-2019, 07:59 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Long distance collaboration in Uke Talk

it absolutely is.

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02-04-2019, 11:45 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Long distance collaboration in Uke Talk

Reaper is another "free to try" DAW though it is not necessarily the most user friendly either. If you're on iOS, a couple of easy ones are...

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02-04-2019, 07:50 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Higher Tension, Wound C, what should I do? in Buying Tips

You might want to try the Oasis sets as well. I have the Warm set on a 17" scale at Bb tuning and the 3rd string doesn't feel too loose to me...

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02-03-2019, 06:01 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Higher Tension, Wound C, what should I do? in Buying Tips

Hmm, it might work on concert but would be on the low side for tension.

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02-03-2019, 05:01 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Higher Tension, Wound C, what should I do? in Buying Tips

For tenor scale? Try this one: https://www.stringsbymail.com/thomastik-infeld-cf27-3rd-string-g-027-chrome-steel-flat-wound-2480.html

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02-03-2019, 04:35 PM

sam13 replied to a thread Interested in a cutaway tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

Kala electric Tenor w/ cutaway Marcy Marxer ltd. Edition For sale on the Flea Market Music Marketplace right now ...

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02-03-2019, 11:14 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Guitar strings on a Uke in Uke Talk

Only on the guileles. I prefer fluorocarbons on the ukes.

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02-02-2019, 04:56 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Iluak Strap Buttons in Uke Talk

I like them. I recommend getting the install kit and do a test install on a scrap piece of wood before you drill into your uke. It should not take a...

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02-02-2019, 12:41 PM

sam13 replied to a thread Pono master series torrefied spruce top acacia tenor in Ukulele Marketplace

This makes my heart sad to read this Bruddah, Kimo! Sounds like it is coming back home to you ... and you will need to sell something to me to...

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02-02-2019, 11:35 AM

Jim Hanks started a thread Email notification not working. Just me? in Site Suggestions

I just noticed I have not been getting any email notifications of subscribed threads. Probably for several days, maybe a week. Just me?

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02-02-2019, 06:38 AM

Jim Hanks started a thread Biggest uke "gamble"? in Uke Talk

I'm curious to hear any tales of "gambles" y'all have done in the uke world and whether it paid off or not. This could be a "too good to be true"...

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02-02-2019, 05:33 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread G string up to c? in Uke Talk

Hmm, I would typically think not. Using an 'a' string might have a better chance. It is certainly possible to have the 1st string be a 'c' note but...

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02-02-2019, 03:01 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Anyone try the new Oasis baritone strings? in Uke Talk

Interesting. I know flouros can vary in density so comparison of diameters can be tricky. But I do find this interesting: Oasis: .62 / .74 / .81 /...

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02-02-2019, 02:47 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Custom Uke Owners in Uke Talk

excellent advice so far. My only addition would be to realize that production instruments today are so good that you don't *need* a custom uke. It...

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01-31-2019, 11:39 AM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread Requinto guitar with low ukulele action in Uke Talk

I'm confused . Do you want 4 strings or 6? And what scale length?

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01-30-2019, 02:45 PM

Jim Hanks replied to a thread FS: Cordoba Mini M Guilele in Ukulele Marketplace

C1M is sold too

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