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So, on Thursday, my new Flight arrived! :D. The review is here (post #7 under bazmaz's review). When I was checking it out, I rubbed my hand along the neck edge and noticed the fret ends were sticking out slightly. Not enough to cut but you could definitely feel them. I checked the fretboard...

So, I stumbled upon some Baritone tabs and tried it on my concert. The only difference was that I needed a low G instead of a high G. Now, I know it might not sound right if I played with someone else, but even when I played the chords listed, it sounded right. I play solo for my own...

I have a 50% hearing loss and wear hearing aids. I also have a sensitivity to sound. Because of that, my ears actually hurt if I play a ukulele that is loud, bright and has lots of sustain. I bought a laminate maple with a solid spruce top and had to return it due to the pain. It is very...

If I want to write a song in TAB, do I just read the standard notation and find the notes on the ukulele fretboard? In other words, if I wanted to play Silent Night (just an example - I know there are a ton of versions available), would I just read the melody line of the song and then create my...

OK, I don't know if I can describe this correctly, but I'll try. So, when I am playing fingerstyle from TAB and I move from one note to another (on the same string), more times than not, you can hear the deadening of the string before the next note. In other words, the note goes from...

I am looking at the possibility of getting a solid mahogany pineapple ukulele. The description says it will "open up with time". What exactly does that mean? I know it is referring to the sound, but will it get louder or richer or what? Thanks in advance! :confused:

I ordered this uke because I wanted to try out the tenor size. This brand had some good reviews. I needed something that did not cost so much, too. Bazmaz had posted a review of another Enya and so I decided to try them out. (Warning: I am not a seasoned player. I am a relative beginner...

I don't have a strap button on my ukulele (yes, I know I can put one on). But I am interested in something different. I don't particularly want something around my neck. Also, I want to do finger style playing. What is this device she is using to hold her uke, and where do I get one?

UPDATE: NUD - A visit to see Mim! Mango Pono Update to this in post 14 below: I went to see Mim today!! She is only 1 and a half hours away (IF I don't miss my turn :p )! Mim. What can I say? She's sweet and lovely and fun and energetic and gentle and generous and so much more rolled into...

So, why it the C string the thickest? Why can't I use a thinner string on the C string? The thicker string doesn't seem to ring as well or something - sort of a thud sound along with the regular sound. Could I use a different string and still tune it to C? What would happen?

So, I can use guitar tabs or other chord books as long as I use the ukulele chord shape, right? In other words, if the guitar book has a C chord, I just play the ukulele C chord and I'm good? It works? I know . . . probably a really stupid question . . .

Just got this yesterday from Mike at Mainland Ukes - http://shop.mainlandukuleles.com/category.sc;jsessionid=92616E80478EA8278395E9A072A0D6D0.m1plqscsfapp02?categoryId=3 I called him to see about a Mango ukulele. I'm on a pretty tight budget with student loans, etc. So, he said he'd find me a...

This is how I want to play! http://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/showthread.php?110193-Renaissance-and-baroque-tunes So beautiful and so inspiring! So, do I have to start with the regular chords and strumming (I can do some of that) or can I just jump right in to fingerstyle and attempt easier...

:D So, I have mentioned on a couple of threads that I wanted a quiet uke to play in my seminary dorm room (weekend student). I bought a $16 cheapo plastic one that some said was quiet. Still not quiet enough. A UU member saw my posts about wanting to try a Peanut. He contacted me and offered...

I have a Dolphin and a Shark. They are the same instrument (except for the color, dolphin/shark thingy, and finish. Thought about getting rid of the Dolphin but then wondered: can I tune it to low G tuning? And if so, what kind of string would I need to get to do that? Thanks for any info! :)

So, I'm pretty sure I am going to buy a shark to go with my dolphin. I've seen Austin Baazar (sp), Uke Republic, and others. Any suggestions about the best place to get one from? Thanks!:) Still debating the green or teal color . . .

I have read where several of you keep ukes in your car so that you will always have one (I'm assuming it isn't your prize uke!). I want to do this, too. However, I was under the impression that a hot car was a dangerous place for a wooden musical instrument. Explain, please! Thanks!

OK, I really don't want to talk about this because it makes the problem real and I have to face the truth ... :o BUT ... my Lanikai concert that is a week old has a rattle in it. (I've tried to search the forums and havent' seen this.) I did not hear it in the store, but you know how that...

Hi, Warning! Uke newbie here! I am an elementary school teacher by day and a full time seminary student on the weekends. I play lots of instruments (play being a relative term :p). I actually had a classical guitar that I was trying to learn, but the darn thing was just too big! I just...