mikelz777
Well-known member
My curiosity has me itching (again) at the idea of an 8-string ukulele. I figure if I'm adding yet another uke to the herd it should be something different. What are your thoughts on yours? Do you love it? Is it being neglected, collecting dust or something you plan on selling? Is it a uke that is good/suitable for every day playing or is it more of a niche type of instrument? Does it lend itself to pretty much all types of songs or more of a thing for certain types of songs or genres of music?
Just looking at what's out there shows me there are multiple choices at reasonable prices. I see that the Oscar Schmidt 8-string is pretty cheap but I have heard so much about their heavy builds and so many unimpressed users that I'm reluctant to fall to the temptation of going with a cheapy just to try one out. If I didn't like it I'd still be out a fair amount of money and if I did like an 8-string I'd probably want a better one.
Just looking at what's out there shows me there are multiple choices at reasonable prices. I see that the Oscar Schmidt 8-string is pretty cheap but I have heard so much about their heavy builds and so many unimpressed users that I'm reluctant to fall to the temptation of going with a cheapy just to try one out. If I didn't like it I'd still be out a fair amount of money and if I did like an 8-string I'd probably want a better one.