cedar tops ru!e...anything else? ��
It’s what you prefer. Spruce and cedar sounds distinctly different. If you like a more uke-like sound, go for cedar. Else go for a spruce which is guitarish. But a hog or koa is the real uke sound, to me.
I have a cedar top Kala Baritone. I love it
I think you sum it up perfectly. I have guitars so I don't want it to sound too guitarish but I find mahogany to sound a bit too dead. Cedar might be the middle ground I'm looking for.
As a general rule, I find Spruce to be a little brighter and louder. Cedar to be warmer and doesn't project quite as much.
Not to hijack the thread, but I want warmer and less projection, but I am allergic to cedar. What would be a good alternative?
This is all second hand information but perhaps Redwood could be the alternative. Please see the link for details:
https://mcphersonguitars.com/custom-shop/wood-options/
HTH, but a luthier’s style play a huge part in influencing too.
Yes, Redwood is my favorite wood for flutes. However, I am not in the position to purchase a custom ukulele.
Well, I guess this lovely tenor ohana tk-42 solid sinker redwood with rosewood back and sides is right up your alley. Not exactly cheap but you could look for an used 1.
Sorry to OP for derailing the thread.
cedar tops ru!e... ��
This is all second hand information but perhaps Redwood could be the alternative. Please see the link for details:
https://mcphersonguitars.com/custom-shop/wood-options/
HTH, but a luthier’s style play a huge part in influencing too.