Mahalo MR1RD Soprano Ukulele - Red

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The grooves or slots on the nut of the ukulele often have sharp edges or can be a little too narrow. This may not have affected your old, less responsive strings, but the complex make up of Aquila Red Series means they must be treated with care and should not be passed through imperfect grooves, causing rubbing against the nut. Low G tuning is where the 4th string is a tuned one octave lower than standard. The 4th string now being tuned to G3 at 196 Hz. This results in the 4th string being at a lower pitch than the 3rd C string. Arguably the most sought after ukulele around, Martin ukuleles are some of the finest ukuleles in the world. Considered a top acoustic guitar maker, C.F. Martin & Co. was established in 1833, however, it was in 1917 that the company published their first ukulele pamphlet announcing its newest instrument. They developed five series categorized as style 0, 1, 2, 3, and 5 (there is no style 4, and there’s no confirmation of what might have happened). Ukulele from this era are considered vintage and can fetch a very high price with collectors. While this list will give you a starting point for your ukulele search, playing and testing instruments you are considering is recommended to get a true grasp of the sound and feel of the individual ukuleles. While some of these brands are comparable to each other as far as reputation, price, and quality, players determine their best choice based on personal preferences. If you ever find yourself in Hawaii, many ukulele makers offer factory tours and a personal experience for crafting and choosing ukuleles. Preference plays a huge role in choosing an instrument, so get out there and test out your next instrument

Now that you’ve had the opportunity to read about twenty brands offering ukuleles, you have a more in-depth idea of what each offers in regards to quality, value, and selection. You have probably gathered that the top of the line ukuleles are handmade by master luthiers with custom offerings, while the brands offering mostly budget models are typically manufactured overseas. Most ukuleles come pre-strung from the factory and are tuned to High G – The 4th string being a G4 at 393 Hz. Aquila Red Series strings are un-comparable to any other string in their construction and care must be taken when fitting Red Series strings to your ukulele, banjo or banjolele as incorrect installation can lead to problems with string snapping.Once the strings have been installed on your instrument, they must be stretched very gently by pulling them away from the fretboard in a gentle manner. An instrument to inspire beginners of all ages. The Gear4music Ukulele is fun, portable and easy to play. With a quality build to stand the test of time, it will hold your interest throughout hours of play and practice. They offer a broad selection of ukuleles at a good value, including handcrafted models and various koa and mahogany options. You can find ukuleles in solid wood as well as laminate. While known for their cheaper prices, Oscar Schmidt has a good reputation for producing quality instruments. Their brand boasts good action and intonation along with superior tone and volume. Construction of Kala ukuleles is under full-time quality control, and every instrument receives a final inspection before it is put up for retail. Kala instruments are designed and constructed to have the best intonation possible through precise measurements and detailed placements. Kala creates quality instruments and beautiful sound, without breaking the bank. A family-based company located on the island of O’ahu, Kanile’a is our second of the “Four K’s” brands from Hawaii. Kanile’a means “joyful sound” in Hawaiian. The company is led by Master Luthier Joe Souza and his wife Kristen, who is head of sales and accounting for the brand. Their handcrafted ukuleles are the standard, and the company is engaged in every step of the process. From the planting or acquiring of responsibly sourced wood, inspecting and choosing the most beautiful cuts of wood during milling, and the drying and seasoning of the wood in house, Kanile’a oversees the instrument’s creation from start to finish.

What really makes Luna instruments stand out is their fascinating designs. Luna’s signature designs feature unique colors, tattoos, henna designs, exotic woods, symbolic elements, and landscapes from wood patterns to name a few. Reflective of their name, many fretboard inlays feature moon phases, a signature of Luna ukes. The Uku Owl concert ukulele is a popular choice, and the Uku Tattoo Mahogany Concert ukulele is claimed to be the world’s best selling ukulele. Luna offers highly aesthetic, quality instruments for reasonable prices, which has built them an avid fanbase. The “Luna Tribe” is collectively anyone who owns a Luna instrument, and is an active community on social media platforms.We offer a wide selection of ukuleles across a range of popular brands, including Fender and Epiphone, who incorporate their classic guitar designs into stylish takes on the compact folk instrument. Other brands like Cordoba specialise in building high-quality ukes, while some series like the Yellow Submarine Ukuleles have a bright, quirky appearance and are ideal for beginners wanting a groovy-looking uke. Red ukulele strumming pattern is D - DU - DU - DU. You can also try D (down) if the suggested pattern is hard for you. Who Sings Red? Boasting over 175 models to choose from, there’s a Kala for every player at any level. The Waterman and Ukadelic lines offer fun and colorful designs, while the Satin Mahogany and Hawaiian Gloss Koa lines keep it more traditional. It doesn’t stop there though, Kala also crafts ukuleles made from rare woods in their Ebony and Becote lines. If vintage looks are your vice, you may enjoy the jazzy F-hole featured on the Archtop line and Resonator ukuleles.

The standard and most common tuning on a ukulele is ‘High G’ where the 4th string is very thin and tuned only two semitones lower than the 1st string. This is also known as re-entrant tuning. Famous for building beautiful, resonant guitars in the Spanish tradition, Cordoba was founded in 1997 by Tim Miklaucic, the current CEO. Based in Santa Monica, California, the brand hosts a large range of instruments in many sizes that are well-built using quality components and solid, reliable craftsmanship. They use various woods in their ukuleles, generally with mahogany woods being the most common. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Ohana has aimed to deliver quality, playability, and value since 2006. They consider themselves a small, community-oriented ukulele company with a commitment to quality. Their use of rich tonewoods combined with thoughtful constructions yield a lovely sound. As a brand, Ko’olau is known for their refusal to compromise standards of craftsmanship, so their instruments are of high quality which is reflected in their prices. So they created a separate, more affordable line, called Pono, to be made on the island of Java in Indonesia, which has a history of great woodworking. Pono uses the same professional construction methods and includes a variety of solid woods, bone nuts and saddles, and features high quality tuners. In general, Ko’olau has become the custom line while Pono is their manufactured duplicates at a more affordable price. Pono is made under the direct supervision of Ko’olau and is highly regarded. A small, family-owned brand, Leolani means “voice of heaven” and was launched in 2002 in Hawaii by Jenny Liu. Pioneers of the “best imported ukuleles in Hawaii”, they are known for providing quality instruments at affordable prices. While they were previously associated with cheap, highly decorated tourist ukuleles, they have moved on to create more legitimate ukuleles, offering “real” instruments at a budget.Founded in 1871 in Jersey City, New Jersey, and incorporated in 1911, Oscar Schmidt has always aimed to build quality instruments at affordable prices. In their eyes, the ideal instrument comes together with a balance of premium woods, quality hardware, and a modest price. The brand makes mainly string instruments such as the ukulele, banjo, and classical guitar, and are also known for folk instruments like zithers and autoharps. Important : Please be careful not to rest the string on the nut while tuning up as the friction may create scratches or marks on the nut as the string passes over it. Ensure Tuning to the Correct Pitch