I am the proud owner of a wonderful KoAloha concert, but I really dislike the factory-installed friction tuners. I'm considering swapping them for a set of planetary tuners, either Peghed or Gotoh UPT.
The instrument is very light (which contributes to it's cannon-like sound!), but I've heard that the UPTs can be too heavy for a light ukulele. Has anyone had any experience with either type on a lightweight uke like my KoAloha? I'm not concerned about keeping the instrument "original", but just want to make my playing easier and not have to constantly fiddle with the friction pegs. Either set will be professionally installed by a trusted, reputable luthier.
The instrument is very light (which contributes to it's cannon-like sound!), but I've heard that the UPTs can be too heavy for a light ukulele. Has anyone had any experience with either type on a lightweight uke like my KoAloha? I'm not concerned about keeping the instrument "original", but just want to make my playing easier and not have to constantly fiddle with the friction pegs. Either set will be professionally installed by a trusted, reputable luthier.