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The Kala baritone ukulele is one of the cheapest baritone ukes out there, yet it doesn’t shortchange in the quality department. With its value for money in terms of tone and hardware, only a few can hold a candle against this one. Written by Jay Searle / Published June 28, 2024 Last updated: June 28, […]
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Looking for the best tenor uke isn’t really that daunting if you know exactly what to look for, and we’re here to guide you in finding “the one.” Written by Jay Searle / Published June 14, 2024 Last updated: January 20, 2025 Neither too small nor too large, tenor ukuleles sit in the golden middle
Choosing a set of ukulele strings can be daunting for beginners. This article explains the different types of strings and reputable brands to help you find the best set. Written by Jay Searle / Published June 7, 2024 Last updated: April 26, 2024 For obvious reasons, the original strings of the ukulele you bought won’t
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The Kala KA-15S soprano ukulele has over 1,000 5-star ratings on Amazon. Is this the best beginner soprano ukulele? Read on to find out! Written by John Allnutt / Published March 9, 2024 Last updated: June 19, 2024 Our Verdict For beginners looking to buy their very first ukulele, the KA-15S is a fantastic choice.
The type of wood a ukulele is made from can vary the sound greatly. In this article we’ll cover the different types of ukulele tonewoods and the sound qualities of each. Written by Jay Searle / Published February 13, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 The wood that a ukulele is made of largely influences
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The LU21-S Lanikai ukulele is a great beginner instrument that offers something a little different to the standard, all-mahogany laminate construction of similar ukes. Written by Jay Searle / Published February 6, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 Lanikai is famous for meshing old-school ukulele designs with more modern features, but not exactly for its
The Makala Concert ukulele is an excellent choice for beginners, offering good tone and playability at an incredibly competitive price. Written by Jay Searle / Published January 26, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 Kala is among the most prominent ukulele brands in the industry, and they’ve made quite some waves with their Makala series.
The OU5 Oscar Schmidt ukulele is a fantastic Concert uke that will serve both beginners and intermediate players well, albeit at a more boutique price. Written by Jay Searle / Published January 15, 2024 Last updated: February 23, 2024 Oscar Schmidt is a long-running boutique guitar brand that is also known for making some really
Cordoba’s 20TM-CE tenor ukulele is a versatile instrument that features a built-in pickup for the option of playing with an amp. Written by Jay Searle / Published January 12, 2024 Last updated: February 23, 2024 The 20TM-CE, one of Cordoba’s flagship semi-acoustic tenor ukuleles, celebrated its 11th birthday this year. It’s among the few instruments
Read our list of recommendations for the best ukuleles under $100. Even though you’re on a budget, you can still pick up a great sounding uke for this price! Written by Jay Searle / Published January 8, 2024 Last updated: February 24, 2024 Ukuleles under $100 are typically preferred by beginners and players on a