Anyone here play and own UKULELE, Discussion Thread Q&A..
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 Sep 26 2006, 04:27 PM, updated 16y ago
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 Well, i been playing Ukulele for last 4/5 years. Now i playing it more than my guitar. Wondering if someone out there dig this little instrument too. Do anyone have any idea where can i get GOOD...Ukulele? In Malaysia of course (Dealer, shop???) I know Samick and Mahalo and few cheapy brand got sell here. Do anyone saw or own other than what i mention? Can any of you please let me know where to get it?  Thanks alot  Enjoy your days  |
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Sep 26 2006, 04:35 PM
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QUOTE(bozerman @ Sep 26 2006, 04:27 PM) Well, i been playing Ukulele for last 4/5 years. Now i playing it more than my guitar. Wondering if someone out there dig this little instrument too. Do anyone have any idea where can i get GOOD...Ukulele? In Malaysia of course (Dealer, shop???) I know Samick and Mahalo and few cheapy brand got sell here. Do anyone saw or own other than what i mention? Can any of you please let me know where to get it? Thanks alot Enjoy your days  |
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Sep 26 2006, 05:11 PM
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Man, I want to learn how to play the Ukelele.... Banjo and Mandolin also on the list....
For the ukelele, is it like regular chords or what? |
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Sep 26 2006, 06:48 PM
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even if its not regular chords, just retune it to how a guitar is
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Sep 26 2006, 07:28 PM
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How much does a regular ukulele cost usually??? Wanna give it a try and if possible, mandolin too.
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Sep 27 2006, 12:02 AM
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QUOTE(bozerman @ Sep 26 2006, 04:27 PM) Well, i been playing Ukulele for last 4/5 years. Now i playing it more than my guitar. Wondering if someone out there dig this little instrument too. Do anyone have any idea where can i get GOOD...Ukulele? In Malaysia of course (Dealer, shop???) I know Samick and Mahalo and few cheapy brand got sell here. Do anyone saw or own other than what i mention? Can any of you please let me know where to get it? Thanks alot Enjoy your days as for your question, i did bought and learned to play ukulele.....though now that i've quite forgotten the chords since i've not touched them ever since, like 2 years plus now..... |
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Sep 27 2006, 07:00 AM
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i found a ukulele for blacktrix !! can't display the image here though.. type ukulele in google, should be at the end of the first page..
anyway, in tahiti, they sell a lot of ukuleles (real ones).. mailing cost might increase the price, but if someone is interested into buying a typical ukulele, I can check it out. but beware, the tahitian ukulele is unique... better looking than the guitar-shaped ukulele.  http://www.vcnet.com/koi_net/ukulele1.htm |
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Sep 27 2006, 11:07 AM
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blacktrix:
No, the chord is sightly differents. But if you know how guitars chord work, it the same. Capo your guitar 5 fret, you shall figure it out yourself. I got Mandolin at home too, but i don't like it. My dad use to play it. Everdying: That what people say when they saw ukulele (small version of GUITARS) But it nothing close to the guitars. Yes, you can tune GCEA on the guitars strings. (Bottom 4 strings) But it sound differents. Ukelele have a sighty thicker third strings. (To add some bass sound to it) led_zep_freak: Regular that ok ok want selling in Malaysia...Cost only RM50++ or abit better want...RM120++ (Mahalo form Woh Fatt is the best bargain for beginner) Alot of website give thumb up for this cheap uke for beginner. Mahalo is made in china. Pix: I started this post coz i wanna know anyone of you have ukulele that buying from malaysia shop. Buy online, but the shipping charges is too damn expensive. I think it not worth buying online...Unless, you are CRAZY...CRAZY about it. I have google hell alot for this last 5 years. I still think it abit overprice... If you have money to buy a good ukulele...Get a Koa solid wood uke that made from Hawaii or Mahagony solid wood. Or the famous "Martin"....but hard to find and can sell as high as RM2000+++ There are hell alot of brand out there, some made fine Uke and some bad. You can check out one of many online Uke seller here: http://www.ukuleleworld.com/ This post has been edited by bozerman: Sep 27 2006, 11:21 AM |
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Sep 27 2006, 11:23 AM
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Man, the Taihitian Ukulele looks BAD ASS!
Hmmmmmm. Imagine if they made an SG shaped Ukulele..... Hmmmm. Now tempted to get a Ukulele....... I think it stretches back to Joe VS The Volcano..... anyone have any idea where to get a crash course on Ukulele playing?? |
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Sep 27 2006, 11:51 AM
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QUOTE(blacktrix @ Sep 27 2006, 11:23 AM) Man, the Taihitian Ukulele looks BAD ASS! Learn yourself will do. Hmmmmmm. Imagine if they made an SG shaped Ukulele..... Hmmmm. Now tempted to get a Ukulele....... I think it stretches back to Joe VS The Volcano..... anyone have any idea where to get a crash course on Ukulele playing??  I did it with the help of internet. Check this site for more info & lesson: http://www.ezfolk.com/uke/index.html http://www.geocities.com/~ukulele http://www.ukewiki.org/ Eddie Vedder owned a Telecaster shaped Uke |
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Sep 27 2006, 01:28 PM
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bozerman, sorry, there is a misunderstanding : i live in tahiti, so i can get you a tahitian ukulele and send it by courrier to you... if i want one, i just go down the hill and buy one
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Sep 27 2006, 02:24 PM
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QUOTE(Pix @ Sep 27 2006, 01:28 PM) bozerman, sorry, there is a misunderstanding : i live in tahiti, so i can get you a tahitian ukulele and send it by courrier to you... if i want one, i just go down the hill and buy one oh...nevermind (must be beautiful in Tahiti....envy, envy) well, let me think about it... it's so nice that to have someone offer to send it thanks man...so nice of you but i think i prefer the 8 shape or the pineapple uke more This post has been edited by bozerman: Sep 27 2006, 02:30 PM |
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Sep 27 2006, 03:04 PM
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pix, how much? since so many are interested maybe can buy in bulk. lol.
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Sep 27 2006, 03:14 PM
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i want a mini guitar, either a strat or peewee epi V
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Sep 27 2006, 04:14 PM
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How 'bout this
But the sound of the uke is...erkkkkkkkk  This post has been edited by bozerman: Sep 27 2006, 04:17 PM Attached thumbnail(s) 
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Sep 27 2006, 05:36 PM
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Hmmmmmm. Might be going for a Disney cruise in 2 years time...... want to pack in a Ukulele as well.... The taihitian one looks bad ass, but dunno if it's practical.....
will have to think about it........ |
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Sep 28 2006, 08:02 AM
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oh oh... ukuleles are not cheap. It is about 250 euros, so it is about 1000 RM. You'd better be a serious player to want to buy one of those ! Serious... or loaded.
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Sep 28 2006, 08:23 AM
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QUOTE(Pix @ Sep 28 2006, 08:02 AM) oh oh... ukuleles are not cheap. It is about 250 euros, so it is about 1000 RM. You'd better be a serious player to want to buy one of those ! Serious... or loaded. Damn, but I guess they're of good quality. It's a pity because the pics you posted are great. (pix is viciously looking at blacktrix and his drugs'money) Anyway, for the ukulele players here, who do you listen to??? The only ukulele source I get from is George Harrison. |
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Sep 28 2006, 08:58 AM
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Well.... looks like it's a Mahalo Ukulele for me then......
Great thread!!!!! |
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Sep 28 2006, 03:20 PM
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QUOTE(blacktrix @ Sep 28 2006, 08:58 AM) Well.... looks like it's a Mahalo Ukulele for me then...... You can give a try on Malaysian made version of Ukulele. "SAPE" Great thread!!!!! If you wanna get the Mahalo Uke get the guitar shape types. Don't buy the flying-v. Waste money only, unless you wanna collect lah. If the Uke is not playable, you will feel frustrated and loss interest to carry on playing. I hope you will enjoy it. Anyway, if you know guitars. I think within a couple of hour you shall be able to start struming along a simple song. Ukulele are mean for simple learn and fun. Alot people who know nothing about music note or chord could pick up and play a few tune they like in a matter of days. So have fun...struming the Ukulele. Hope that help This post has been edited by bozerman: Sep 28 2006, 03:37 PM |
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Sep 28 2006, 03:31 PM
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Beside George Harrison.
The most famous Uke player now is Jake Jake Shimabukuro. People called him Jimi Hendrix of Uke. You can check out few of his video on YouTube or the link below. See how his play "While my guitar gently weep"....mesmerizing.  Other than Jake, you can try James Hill and my personal favorite "Craig Robertson". Craig got a website where he post alot of his own mp3 recording. I love his "UKULELE" the dominos. (I wanna steal his Uke) Pearl Jam -Binaural & Riot Act album, Eddie Vedder have a Uke Song on each of it. "Soon Forget" from Binaural is nice. That the song which made me pick up an Ukulele and learn. BTW...I'm a huge Pearl Jam fans. Craig Robertson mp3: http://www.robertsonstudio.com/pages_music/download.html Brook Adams audio pages: http://www.brookadams.com/jumping-flea/ukeAudio.html For more video of Ukulele performance (Some are good some are bad):  http://www.ukuleledisco.com/ There are alot more good Uke site out there. If you wanna know more, i post it for you.  This post has been edited by bozerman: Sep 28 2006, 03:36 PM |
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Sep 28 2006, 03:37 PM
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i like ukulele ever since i watched jake Shimabukuro plays while my guitar gently weeps
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Sep 28 2006, 03:49 PM
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Jake have shown to the world that Uke is more than struming.
But since i been playing so long...i still suck even with struming. I still very much a beginner. I thought i will be better playing Uke than Guitars....but i' wrong I sucks with both.....muahhhhhhh  |
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Nov 21 2007, 12:01 AM
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May I know where can I get a cheap ukelele for beginners? What shop is selling in KL?
I know this thread is dated a year ago, I hope someone will reply me.. Thanks! |
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Nov 21 2007, 12:19 AM
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I saw a cheap one in Guitar Store.
Ask Eq777, he owns one. |
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Nov 21 2007, 09:12 AM
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Jake's uke cost a bomb..more than my taylor...but he is a great player..he played together with Tommy Emmanuel before...You can get cheap ukulele at WOH FAT behind kotaraya in KL. If you want to find highend ones, the only way i see it now is getting off ebay. Maybe can try out chanbers music in Sungei Wang..
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Nov 21 2007, 10:40 AM
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haha i bought a cheap uke. . . mahal o. . . xD
from woh fatt. . . learning Spain - Chick Corea. . .but kinda stuck at 1 part =.= exams now so i'll get back to it after exams. . . glad to see got other uke players. . . if you want a good one try online. . . Jake uses Kamaka uke's. . . it's like the best around. . . so if you want you can get it off ebay. . . |
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Nov 21 2007, 05:46 PM
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Thanks a lot, I'll check out Woh Fat. I don't need any high end ones as I just want to try it out and see if I'm interested.
QUOTE(Equilibrium777 @ Nov 21 2007, 10:40 AM) haha i bought a cheap uke. . . mahal o. . . xD What ukulele you bought? Price? from woh fatt. . . learning Spain - Chick Corea. . .but kinda stuck at 1 part =.= exams now so i'll get back to it after exams. . . glad to see got other uke players. . . if you want a good one try online. . . Jake uses Kamaka uke's. . . it's like the best around. . . so if you want you can get it off ebay. . . |
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Jul 27 2008, 12:48 PM
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I'm going to try to pick up playing the uke.. I play the guitar, btw. I think the uke is far cooler than the guitar which too common
. Can anyone of you share what brand and where you bought your uke from (in malaysia) and how satisfied are you with it? I'm a complete noob when it comes to buying the uke.My budget is only RM100 - RM 200. Is this too low to get a decent uke? This post has been edited by creativ: Jul 27 2008, 12:50 PM |
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Jul 27 2008, 03:02 PM
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samick ukulele RM130.
its the cheapest decent one. got mahalo also at RM50, but the wood its made from looks funny. |
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Jul 27 2008, 10:33 PM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Jul 27 2008, 03:02 PM) samick ukulele RM130. Everrdying, I read from another thread that you bought a Samick its the cheapest decent one. got mahalo also at RM50, but the wood its made from looks funny. . Is it the UK50? Where did you buy it? |
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Jul 27 2008, 11:14 PM
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QUOTE(creativ @ Jul 27 2008, 10:33 PM) Everrdying, I read from another thread that you bought a Samick yup uk50. . Is it the UK50? Where did you buy it?harmony in d'sara uptown. body and neck of nato, and it looks like it... unlike the mahalo which looks like plastic. |
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Jul 28 2008, 04:30 PM
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Thanks. I bought the last UK50 on the shelves today from Harmony at RM130. They don't have any other models/brand.
Tuned it, sounds acceptable to me for that price! |
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Jul 28 2008, 05:18 PM
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QUOTE(creativ @ Jul 28 2008, 04:30 PM) Thanks. I bought the last UK50 on the shelves today from Harmony at RM130. They don't have any other models/brand. This samick uk50 made from where?? I wonder if usj subang got this model....Tuned it, sounds acceptable to me for that price! btw anyone own a mahalo ukulele can tell us how the sound like? This post has been edited by supastore: Jul 28 2008, 05:23 PM |
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Jul 28 2008, 08:42 PM
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The label on my Samick UK50 says it's made in Indonesia. I'm satisfied with my UK50 (for now). Read some foreign forums reviews , they say that if strung with Aquila Nylgut Strings, it'll sound better.
im going to go cheap...two choices (http://www.ezfolk.com/forums/forum18/2025-1.html) Now where can I get those strings locally.. hmm....  This post has been edited by creativ: Jul 28 2008, 08:44 PM |
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Jul 28 2008, 09:56 PM
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QUOTE(creativ @ Jul 28 2008, 08:42 PM) The label on my Samick UK50 says it's made in Indonesia. I'm satisfied with my UK50 (for now). Read some foreign forums reviews , they say that if strung with Aquila Nylgut Strings, it'll sound better. Thanks for the info. when i drop by the local music store i will checkout the strings for you.im going to go cheap...two choices (http://www.ezfolk.com/forums/forum18/2025-1.html) Now where can I get those strings locally.. hmm.... |
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Jul 28 2008, 10:49 PM
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QUOTE(creativ @ Jul 28 2008, 08:42 PM) The label on my Samick UK50 says it's made in Indonesia. I'm satisfied with my UK50 (for now). Read some foreign forums reviews , they say that if strung with Aquila Nylgut Strings, it'll sound better. dream on for getting any decent set of ukulele strings here im going to go cheap...two choices (http://www.ezfolk.com/forums/forum18/2025-1.html) Now where can I get those strings locally.. hmm.... i went woh fatt, they only had 1 brand which i cant remember...gotta find the strings 1st somewhere in my room... but it was the only one they had...and was RM8 for the set...and the strings are black which at least is a plus... |
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Aug 6 2008, 12:46 PM
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Aloha...baby...
Wah...it been so long since i started this thread.... Y suddenly....got people seems caught wit this UKULELE hype... i wonder???? i wonder???? Mahalo...is cheap....and it is very good to start wit for a beginner. I nearly bought the samick too...it easy avaiable in KL. But now...i own a FARIDA brand uke...solid maho uke...come with a case. Later i post the pic for u guys... For strings...i own 3types of strings... later i post up the pic. Ukulele string, no need change often 1. Jus change when i cut off...or else u wanna try new strings (keep the old ok) coz alot people never change the uke strings... Their said, it sound better when the age's. I never change my Mahalo strings for the last 6 years. And my Farida has been the same for 2 years. This post has been edited by bozerman: Aug 6 2008, 12:48 PM |
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Aug 6 2008, 03:59 PM
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As promise the pic of my uke & the strings i use.
(That the only 3 brands i can get so far in KL) For info about Farida spec: http://www.digimart.net/inst_detail.do;jse...t_id=DS00445121 http://1484.bz/c/48071/ http://www.faridaguitars.com/english/MANDOLIN.htm This post has been edited by bozerman: Aug 6 2008, 04:10 PM Attached thumbnail(s) 
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Aug 6 2008, 04:07 PM
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yea that olympia strings is the one woh fatt has, RM8 a set.
that farida looks nice, how much did it cost? the farida is nato rite? |
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Aug 6 2008, 04:24 PM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Aug 6 2008, 04:07 PM) yea that olympia strings is the one woh fatt has, RM8 a set. yup...bought from woh fatt. (i got 2 set of it) bought it jus because it was black color strings.that farida looks nice, how much did it cost? the farida is nato rite? The pyramid band also fr woh fatt. Rm15 if i'm not mistaken. Those few packs of strings have been laying in my closet for 4years now. I bought farida fr guitarstore (RM700 included the case) they don 1 give me the case at 1st...coz they say they give me the price very cheap already... ....at tat time only 1 available...and it never gonna sold until i come asking. So they have no choice ... but i still think they cheat me...hahahaIf u convert the Yen 29,800 = RM 900.... This post has been edited by bozerman: Aug 6 2008, 04:36 PM |
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Sep 17 2008, 03:52 AM
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No selling items, even strings here. You know who you are.
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Sep 17 2008, 02:34 PM
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QUOTE(blacktrix @ Sep 17 2008, 03:52 AM) No selling items, even strings here. You know who you are. Wah so strict ah ..... someone ask for that particular ukulele string so i just let him know where to get mah....cannot meh.... this thread is for ukulele right..... |
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Sep 17 2008, 02:40 PM
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Yes. It's for ukelele. But we have rules here as well.... right in front of our first page on the musician's sub-forum.
Please read the rules and regulations for this sub-forum : 1) Community spirit and learning is main focus of this forum so get your instrument ready and share your knowledge. 2) This is not a place for selling/buying music instruments or advertising anything (except for music events):- (a) All transactions must be done at the Trade Zone forum. (b) From the Trade Zone, you can link your thread to the Musicians Instruments Garage Sales Thread. 3) Please do a search or read up existing similar topics before posting or opening a new thread. 4) Global Board Rules apply as well. |
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Dec 20 2008, 12:24 PM
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oh...
ukulele... too bad i don't play this instrument.  if u look nicely... i have one... for *ahem* |
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Dec 31 2008, 06:19 PM
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Hey there,
I wanna try learning this lil' dude =D Which type do they usually sell? I read about tenor, baritone, soprano, concert.. I'm wondering which is the 'standard' one.. where online websites usually use to teach.. I don't want to buy an uke that no one teaches how to play.. haha. Or am I sounding just plain ignorant about this whole thing(which I am, anyway)? Been playing the guitar for a while now, thought I'll give this a try. :-) Thanks! This post has been edited by JayLew: Dec 31 2008, 06:20 PM |
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Jun 23 2009, 09:03 PM
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bump!
i set up a blog to build a ukulele community. come here and chat at UkedotMy This post has been edited by built: Jun 23 2009, 09:08 PM |
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Sep 27 2009, 02:41 PM
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let me revive the thread...
i just bought a Mahalo Ukulele... and i'm loving it... it's so cute to play... haha... learnt some chords edi... |
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Nov 21 2009, 03:32 PM
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hehe nice to hear that some people in MY are into ukulele.
im currently in Lithuania, i bought one Mahalo, from U.K changed the strings to Aquila. sound awesome, but remember Mahalo build quality is horrible. my 4th String tune gear is already in bad shape after my attempt of changing string i probably need to get the tune gear replaced. Im coming back to Malaysia next month for good. hope to get contact with stores who sell the product. hope to get another one locally. oh im a beginner too, started playing 2 months back. good stuff, im lovin it! |
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Nov 22 2009, 02:38 AM
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i owns two, but they're pirated version but then still can play lol
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Nov 23 2009, 10:10 AM
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pirated version??
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Dec 28 2009, 03:06 PM
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Just got a ukulele...UK50 Samick for RM150.
Quite a nice little thing!....so much easier than guitar.... |
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Apr 5 2010, 01:48 AM
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weee!! im new to uke, I borrowed it frm a friend last year and had tons of fun with it..
was just wondering where can i get a tenor/concert uke. sound and looks way cooler also, is it possible to use a capo on a tenor uke? This post has been edited by Karin: Apr 5 2010, 02:14 AM |
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Apr 6 2010, 01:36 PM
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Ahh, i borrowed the cheap MAHALO brand ukulele from my freind last week, and i've been learning " Hey soul sister by Train " the chords are easy so it's easy to learn that song, anyone know which brand is good for ukulele? and where i can get it in kl?
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Apr 13 2010, 03:01 AM
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QUOTE(chipmunkey1992 @ Apr 6 2010, 01:36 PM) Ahh, i borrowed the cheap MAHALO brand ukulele from my freind last week, and i've been learning " Hey soul sister by Train " the chords are easy so it's easy to learn that song, anyone know which brand is good for ukulele? and where i can get it in kl? I'm guessing woh fatt? I'm nt sure myself but, I'm helping to bump this thread!  I searched at the store in pyramid, they sell the cheapest brand (mahalo) for 80bucks. :S |
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Apr 13 2010, 04:39 AM
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yea, mahalo is the cheapest available here...next up from what i see is samick.
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guys i want to know where are the places to buy ukuleles, i know guitar store sells one, my friend went to check it out, they only hv a mahalo model, not sure what is the model, its like 58 bucks. anywhere else i can find these ukuleles, samick will be good to test out too.
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Apr 15 2010, 01:49 AM
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Where can I get ukulele strings?
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Apr 25 2010, 11:56 PM
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any idea where to buy samick uk-50??thinking of getting one
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Apr 26 2010, 04:50 PM
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Where can I get it in bangsar?
Added on April 26, 2010, 4:52 pmWhere can I get it in bangsar? This post has been edited by souzaco: Apr 26 2010, 04:52 PM |
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May 11 2010, 03:23 PM
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I fell in love with UKULELE ..after i watch music video - Hey soul sisters from train !
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Aug 5 2010, 12:57 AM
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when i was in SG...i stumbled across this shop specializing in ukuleles.
http://www.ukulelemovement.com/ had a electric ukulele in there also...a hollow body one...got almost every kinda range from SGD30-40+ to SGD500++... but sadly no sight of a les paul ukulele... |
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Aug 5 2010, 11:11 AM
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I thought of buying the real thing 4 strings ukulele, then i stumbled across Yamaha Guitalele (6 strings, size around baritone size ukulele, sound as ukulele, tuning same as ukulele with the extra 5th string D and 6th string A). It's actually a hybrid of guitar and ukulele. I bought this instead of the 4 stringed ukulele.
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Aug 5 2010, 01:16 PM
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QUOTE(la bella @ Aug 5 2010, 11:11 AM) I thought of buying the real thing 4 strings ukulele, then i stumbled across Yamaha Guitalele (6 strings, size around baritone size ukulele, sound as ukulele, tuning same as ukulele with the extra 5th string D and 6th string A). It's actually a hybrid of guitar and ukulele. I bought this instead of the 4 stringed ukulele. yamaha calling it a guitalele is abit misleading la.i had one of those small size guitars also, tuned a 5th above standard tuning like ukulele - A D G C E A - this one is not by choice since tuned anything lower and the guitar wont stay in tune properly. the only difference is in ukulele tuning usually the 3rd string C is one octave lower than on the guitar...so it sounds difference and of cos different also with nylon strings... |
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Aug 5 2010, 02:07 PM
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Anyone know what strings should i buy if i want to change whole set (6 strings) Guitalele strings?
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Aug 5 2010, 10:28 PM
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I thought I've joined the discussion on this thread. Sorry for being a late comer
 Another 'social' ukulele player here. Everdying, thank you very much for the info on ukulelemovement. Now I know where I can get a replacement for my Aquila strings la bella, do some net search on Aquila strings. I'm sure you'll find that they are one of the best when it comes to uke/guitalele strings. I'm using this one BTW:  |
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Aug 8 2010, 12:32 PM
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supp people!! noobie ukulele player here !!
currently learning Fireflies =))) |
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Aug 13 2010, 08:37 PM
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where can i buy aquila string in klang valley or K.L...
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Sep 15 2010, 03:46 PM
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where can i get Aquila strings in KL or Selangor area?
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Sep 19 2010, 08:34 PM
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I m a new player on string instrument. i play some classical piece on ukulele. i wonder where can i get guts string or nylgut in malaysia, for both ukulele and guitar. I saw a nice ukulele in sungai wang music shop strung with nylgut but they dun sell nylgut replacement string.
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Sep 20 2010, 12:32 AM
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QUOTE(opfish @ Aug 5 2010, 10:28 PM) I thought I've joined the discussion on this thread. Sorry for being a late comer Another 'social' ukulele player here. Everdying, thank you very much for the info on ukulelemovement. Now I know where I can get a replacement for my Aquila strings la bella, do some net search on Aquila strings. I'm sure you'll find that they are one of the best when it comes to uke/guitalele strings. I'm using this one BTW: QUOTE(sylar89 @ Aug 13 2010, 08:37 PM) where can i buy aquila string in klang valley or K.L... QUOTE(superdupree @ Sep 15 2010, 03:46 PM) where can i get Aquila strings in KL or Selangor area? just stumbled across this site couple days ago.http://ukebubut.blogspot.com/2010/07/aquil...cert-tenor.html |
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Oct 22 2010, 05:41 PM
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Seems like more Ukulele stuff available in Malaysia nowadays.
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Nov 1 2010, 04:16 PM
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There is a ukulele shop near Batu Caves. They have good brands....Ohana, Pono, Ko'olau and other stuff like dvd, books, strings, casing......everything UKULELE only!! You can also find them in Facebook. just search for Ukulele Malaya.....
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Nov 2 2010, 12:55 AM
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QUOTE(designer69 @ Nov 1 2010, 04:16 PM) There is a ukulele shop near Batu Caves. They have good brands....Ohana, Pono, Ko'olau and other stuff like dvd, books, strings, casing......everything UKULELE only!! You can also find them in Facebook. just search for Ukulele Malaya..... Wow.. thanks . Never knew there's a ukulele specialist shop in kl. I wish to get a pineapple shaped ukulele. Attached thumbnail(s) 
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Nov 3 2010, 02:03 AM
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i played ukelele before and still own them...
its the usual cheap mahalo, bought it for 60 oni... havent been in awhile thou... |
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Nov 4 2010, 05:23 PM
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Finally it gaining popularity in M'sia.
It been 10year since i 1st learn about Uke. This is all because of the Eddie Vedder song "Soon Forget". Now i have more choices of uke to choose from instead like 10years ago. Hard like fck 2get a quality 1 last time. This post has been edited by bozerman: Nov 4 2010, 05:25 PM |
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Nov 5 2010, 09:37 AM
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who's good in uku lele pls pm me..i'm lookinf for the one that can play one of siti's song
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Nov 8 2010, 07:15 AM
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worth noting that our own great tansri p ramlee first instrument was ukelele...
thats the reason i tried ukelele at first |
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Nov 9 2010, 01:49 AM
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Uke! Haha...something that I just picked-up recently!
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Nov 18 2010, 01:39 AM
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FROM UKULELE MALAYA
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Jan 17 2011, 02:08 AM
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Hi, i'm planning to buy a ukulele. My budget is below RM400.
Any specific brand n model to recommend? I know there are 4 types of ukulele - tenor, baritone, soprano & concert but not sure which one to get. I play classical guitar by the way. Hope any sifu can recommend. Thanks! |
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Jan 17 2011, 11:54 AM
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imo the cheapest decent ukulele in the market is the samick uk-50, iirc around RM130.
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Jan 19 2011, 12:54 AM
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QUOTE(jady @ Jan 17 2011, 02:08 AM) Hi, i'm planning to buy a ukulele. My budget is below RM400. Visit our showroom at Batu Caves and you will find youself at ukulele heaven.The one n only 100% ukulele store in Malaysia.Any specific brand n model to recommend? I know there are 4 types of ukulele - tenor, baritone, soprano & concert but not sure which one to get. I play classical guitar by the way. Hope any sifu can recommend. Thanks! Recommend type : Concert |
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Feb 6 2011, 03:56 PM
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guys , may i know whats the difference between a good quality uku and a entry set uku.
I'm using mahalo btw and i thought of upgrading it or just changing its strings. but i need to knw which is more worth it. |
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Mar 4 2011, 02:48 PM
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Hi guys!
I have been a big fan of Bruddah Iz's music for as long as I can remember and I really want to take up playing the Ukulele now. I have no music background at all, not knowing how to play the guitar at all. So is it hard if I start learning now? And what is the best Ukulele for beginners? My budget is around Rm200. Preferably that I can get online since I'm living in Sabah. Thanks guys! |
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Mar 5 2011, 04:56 PM
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decent beginner's uku cost around 140, sammick/mahalo. so i guess you can afford one.
And ukulele is the easiest thing to learn. no worries lady , you can learn it in weeks. |
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Apr 1 2011, 09:52 AM
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im going to buy this
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Apr 1 2011, 10:53 AM
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wow.... a LP uke... bizzare mix of 2 worlds.. haha!
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Apr 1 2011, 11:11 AM
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The LP uke got pickup or not?
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Apr 1 2011, 12:02 PM
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Got piezo pickup, price usd100...reach here dunno how much...
Added on April 1, 2011, 3:12 pm QUOTE(chanti-sama @ Apr 1 2011, 10:53 AM) wow.... a LP uke... bizzare mix of 2 worlds.. haha! actually few other brands had les paul style ukuleles before...just not available in malaysia or singapore.kiwaya k-wave...now discontinued already.  mahalo.  woh fatt of cos has a mahalo V, but that one is bad. This post has been edited by Everdying: Apr 1 2011, 03:12 PM |
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Apr 2 2011, 01:23 PM
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niceeee!!
btw, idk why the sound made when i play the ukulele doesn't sound "crispy" like those i hear on youtube. Could it be due to short fingernails? if yes , is a fingerpick worth buying? |
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Apr 2 2011, 01:26 PM
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QUOTE(chew1991 @ Apr 2 2011, 01:23 PM) niceeee!! probably those pro guys using the bigger ukes...btw, idk why the sound made when i play the ukulele doesn't sound "crispy" like those i hear on youtube. Could it be due to short fingernails? if yes , is a fingerpick worth buying? |
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Apr 4 2011, 09:32 PM
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but mines a concert size ukulele. and most of them use concert, if not sopranos and they still sound crispy. lol. maybe im playing it wrongly?
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Apr 4 2011, 11:37 PM
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or perhaps theirs all use solid woods
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Apr 5 2011, 11:04 PM
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hahaha yeah i guess so. LOL.
time to upgrade mine. |
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Apr 5 2011, 11:15 PM
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It just look like bass guitar. What the difference?
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Apr 6 2011, 09:54 AM
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QUOTE(WintersuN @ Apr 5 2011, 11:15 PM) It just look like bass guitar. What the difference? Bass guitar has 4 strings, ukulele also has 4 strings, but they are huge different! Ukulele standard tuning is (from thinnest string) AECG. |
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Apr 6 2011, 02:59 PM
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lol, metal ukulele
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Apr 6 2011, 06:22 PM
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i have to admit , hes good. but i dont like it. lol spoils the fun of a ukulele.
Added on April 9, 2011, 2:58 pmoh yea, how do you do a palm slap? i can't seem to do it. This post has been edited by chew1991: Apr 9 2011, 02:58 PM |
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Jun 8 2011, 10:02 PM
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are new ukuleles suppose to sound kinda dull ? my uku just arrived today and after tuning it it sounds soft , flimsy strings and dull . though i tuned it to the right place tho .
btw my 2nd string © is metal wound strings . Added on June 8, 2011, 10:04 pmbut its still playable . BUT when compared with those ukes on youtube mine has no match with them . and no , its not those rm10 ukes you get in pasar malam This post has been edited by dwin95: Jun 8 2011, 10:04 PM |
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Jun 9 2011, 09:40 AM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Apr 1 2011, 09:52 AM) im going to buy this hey, this is cool, mana boleh beli!? but saw epiphone then know sure not cheap d  |
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Jun 9 2011, 01:09 PM
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dwin, maybe your finger nails are short or sth? mine feels pretty dull too, idk if its the ukulele itself or its me :S
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Jun 16 2011, 06:34 PM
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plz recommend me a shop that sell ukelele for beginners.
near kl if possible thanks |
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Jun 16 2011, 06:59 PM
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QUOTE(serenayap @ Jun 16 2011, 06:34 PM) plz recommend me a shop that sell ukelele for beginners. harmony music in d'sara uptown.near kl if possible thanks |
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Jun 19 2011, 05:19 PM
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Anyone knows which stores in KL sells low-end UKULELE??? mahalo maybe~ around less than RM70
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Jun 19 2011, 07:23 PM
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http://www.mudah.my/Ukulele-6491689.htm
but,many bad review on this shop  This post has been edited by ljf123: Jun 19 2011, 07:23 PM |
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Jun 19 2011, 07:27 PM
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Ukulele Malaya?
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Jun 19 2011, 07:38 PM
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made by wood, fretboard maple blacknized , good quality free bag , cash and carry
LOL I like the made by wood part. |
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Jun 19 2011, 08:12 PM
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Already have enough challenges with a normal 6 string guitar to go into a weird 4 string one. But than again that ukulele looks too cute and affordable too
 No no... got to stop the itch. |
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Jun 19 2011, 08:20 PM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jun 19 2011, 08:12 PM) Already have enough challenges with a normal 6 string guitar to go into a weird 4 string one. But than again that ukulele looks too cute and affordable too Ukulele is much much easier maa. No no... got to stop the itch. |
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Jun 19 2011, 08:32 PM
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QUOTE(Lucidus @ Jun 19 2011, 08:20 PM) Ukulele is much much easier maa. Another completely different sets of chords positions and notes to remember, I will get pening |
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Jun 19 2011, 08:46 PM
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Try ukulele malaya, i got mine for 130 ( concert size ) in D.Perdana.
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Jun 19 2011, 09:35 PM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jun 19 2011, 08:32 PM) Another completely different sets of chords positions and notes to remember, I will get pening i second this |
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Jun 19 2011, 09:44 PM
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chords are similar to guitar la.
if ur already familiar with the standard circle of fifths and got good chord knowledge...its pretty easy to adapt. |
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Jun 19 2011, 11:28 PM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Jun 19 2011, 09:44 PM) chords are similar to guitar la. Wah... how is it similar? For example say G chordif ur already familiar with the standard circle of fifths and got good chord knowledge...its pretty easy to adapt. 6 strings familiar guitar |--3---| 1st String |--0---| 2nd String |--0---| 3rd String |--0---| 4th String |--2---| 5th String |--3---| 6th String 4 strings ukulele, how? there is no 5th or 6th string to hold a G chord. |--3---| 1st String |--0---| 2nd String |--0---| 3rd String |--0---| 4th String I guess it is totally different fingers positions, right? |
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Jun 19 2011, 11:33 PM
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lelong ada, RM59 only
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Jun 19 2011, 11:47 PM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jun 19 2011, 11:28 PM) Wah... how is it similar? For example say G chord if u even know how to tune a ukulele, and if u know guitar, u can already tell the tuning is the same notes as whats on the 5th fret on the guitar same string.6 strings familiar guitar |--3---| 1st String |--0---| 2nd String |--0---| 3rd String |--0---| 4th String |--2---| 5th String |--3---| 6th String 4 strings ukulele, how? there is no 5th or 6th string to hold a G chord. |--3---| 1st String |--0---| 2nd String |--0---| 3rd String |--0---| 4th String I guess it is totally different fingers positions, right? obviously ignoring the non-existent 5th and 6th strings on ukulele... so basically whatever ukulele chord u want, just transpose a 5th up and play the guitar chord of the note u get. so if u need a G chord on ukulele...5th is the D...so play the D shape...of cos there are other D shapes u can play all over the neck. this is all very basic music theory. so on ukulele, G = 0232 or eg C up a 5th = G = 0003, and D up a 5th = A = 2220. |
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Jun 19 2011, 11:52 PM
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QUOTE(Lucidus @ Jun 19 2011, 11:51 PM) That is very well put, coming from someone who's into animal. animals are nice and tasty.mcd, kfc, burger king... |
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Jun 20 2011, 12:20 AM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Jun 19 2011, 11:47 PM) if u even know how to tune a ukulele, and if u know guitar, u can already tell the tuning is the same notes as whats on the 5th fret on the guitar same string. Ah!... learn something new again.....obviously ignoring the non-existent 5th and 6th strings on ukulele... so basically whatever ukulele chord u want, just transpose a 5th up and play the guitar chord of the note u get. so if u need a G chord on ukulele...5th is the D...so play the D shape...of cos there are other D shapes u can play all over the neck. this is all very basic music theory. so on ukulele, G = 0232 or eg C up a 5th = G = 0003, and D up a 5th = A = 2220. Guys please bear with me just started playing guitar using tabs only. So asking question which may sound funny to the experts here  Thank you for taking time to explain the above, but right now, it sound too technical for me. Since you say this are very basic music theory, I better start reading about it. Would you recommend any website where I can read/learn about music theory without having to attend classes.I guess, I'll stick with the 6 string until understand more about music theory, before exploring ukulele |
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Jun 20 2011, 09:24 AM
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all u need is to know how basic scales are formed...Classical music books teach these very early on...
Then how the scales relate to the circle of fifths which is what more rock guys use... so i guess go google similar websites...or do like idiots do and go kinokuniya or borders and sit ur ass down in the middle of nowhere blocking everyone's path with ur iphone beside u wearing ur fake dockers but are even cheaper for not being able to afford a rm50 theory book... |
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Jun 20 2011, 07:57 PM
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I'm in dilemma now between concert and tenor size.. RM160 for tenor size is it normal?
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Jun 20 2011, 08:07 PM
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160 considered cheap
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Jun 20 2011, 10:15 PM
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depends on the brand. if mahalo, i think you can get it at a cheaper price.
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Jun 20 2011, 11:48 PM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Jun 20 2011, 09:24 AM) all u need is to know how basic scales are formed...Classical music books teach these very early on... Already googled and found interesting site with free information Then how the scales relate to the circle of fifths which is what more rock guys use... so i guess go google similar websites...or do like idiots do and go kinokuniya or borders and sit ur ass down in the middle of nowhere blocking everyone's path with ur iphone beside u wearing ur fake dockers but are even cheaper for not being able to afford a rm50 theory book...  Thought you might recommend some favorited site being long in the music. Thats okay. I used to buys books lots of them. But ever since got internet, have almost completely stop buying books. RM50 is not much, but it would be silly to spend it when information are available for free and green too just pay internet fee only.Have never own docker or anything similar, frown at those blocking path, Iphone?... nah, over price, low spec and confine.., using Android instead. I do shop for affordable stuffs and rarely branded stuffs. Definitely never fake branded stuffs, that is really silly  I appreciate all information you have share so far, thanks alot |
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Jun 21 2011, 10:29 AM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jun 20 2011, 11:48 PM) Already googled and found interesting site with free information i dunno any websites cos i never learnt anything from the internet. Thought you might recommend some favorited site being long in the music. Thats okay. I used to buys books lots of them. But ever since got internet, have almost completely stop buying books. RM50 is not much, but it would be silly to spend it when information are available for free and green too just pay internet fee only.Have never own docker or anything similar, frown at those blocking path, Iphone?... nah, over price, low spec and confine.., using Android instead. I do shop for affordable stuffs and rarely branded stuffs. Definitely never fake branded stuffs, that is really silly I appreciate all information you have share so far, thanks alot its all from books, dvds...classical books, dvds from paul gilbert, john petrucci etc. tho of cos all this was a long time ago btw, internet is not green? its like 'green' cars...or 'low fat' milk, or that infant milk with 'less sugar'. or like those stupid food products that claim 'less than 100 calories', when all they did was shrunk it only... fact remains is, they have huge co2 emissions, there is still a huge % of fat, there is sugar... you still need to make rubber, you still need to make pvc covers for cables, you need to consume 500w for your PC, likewise the mega amts of power the ISPs consume...u seriously dont think they run on wind or solar power right? its all just govt conspiracies to make u believe the world is alright... This post has been edited by Everdying: Jun 21 2011, 10:36 AM |
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Jun 27 2011, 01:11 AM
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QUOTE(leeyung @ Jun 19 2011, 11:33 PM) lelong ada, RM59 only and info or details?searching for cheap ukulele...thx =) |
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Jun 27 2011, 11:12 AM
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i think ppl should go get eddie vedder's ukulele songs...
im not a fan of his...but there are some nice songs on it. |
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Jun 28 2011, 09:05 AM
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guys..what type of uke is suitable to sing along to songs like jason mraz, zee avi..i just knew uke got type, concert, tenor..
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Jun 29 2011, 02:51 PM
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get concert, it'll suit most of the songs.
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Jul 3 2011, 01:59 PM
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QUOTE(chew1991 @ Jun 29 2011, 02:51 PM) get concert, it'll suit most of the songs. IMO concert too small d.. |
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Jul 4 2011, 10:46 PM
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Hi,
Your opinion about this Ukulele in the image. solid wood, clean finishing, brand Mahalo, model U320C/G, price RM180. Can buy? I saw another Mahalo priced RM60, didn't take picture, but it looks like the one in Mudah.com, not solid wood, I think is bit smaller too, but finishing is edgy, make me wonder wonder if precision is also compromised. Someone mentioned about pirated Ukulele, wonder if this is the one? I may go for the RM180, but like some comments first. 
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Jul 5 2011, 01:49 AM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jul 4 2011, 10:46 PM) Hi, i think 180 can buy tenor size...this one is concert right?Your opinion about this Ukulele in the image. solid wood, clean finishing, brand Mahalo, model U320C/G, price RM180. Can buy? I saw another Mahalo priced RM60, didn't take picture, but it looks like the one in Mudah.com, not solid wood, I think is bit smaller too, but finishing is edgy, make me wonder wonder if precision is also compromised. Someone mentioned about pirated Ukulele, wonder if this is the one? I may go for the RM180, but like some comments first.
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Jul 5 2011, 10:58 AM
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180 can even go baritone size i think if you get it from a cheaper shop lol.
btw, would it be a good idea to change the strings to the strings classical guitars/acoustic guitars use? would the sound be nice? This post has been edited by chew1991: Jul 5 2011, 12:00 PM |
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Jul 18 2011, 09:07 AM
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just got 2 mahalos last week - a concert (12 frets similar to one posted by 1klgan above) and a tenor size (18 frets) - never played one before but it is fun. concert size a little cramp to play though i dun hav big fingers - tenor size more natural - but both are fun.
dun think the mahalos u320C/T are solid wood - but built quite decent and i'd say the wood grain is beautiful and nice to touch. holds in tune ok when playing but leave it next day it goes out of tune again - so need to have a tuner handy. or maybe need to tighten the tuner. supposedly comes with nylgut (aquila?) strings then again these are my first ukulele - only played guitars [btw get em cheaper from seller in lelong] This post has been edited by kimi: Jul 18 2011, 09:13 AM |
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Jul 20 2011, 12:29 AM
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QUOTE(ljf123 @ Jul 5 2011, 01:49 AM) i think 180 can buy tenor size...this one is concert right? Yes, it's a concert size ukelele. You are right, RM180 is high. I got mine last week for RM135 for a concert size. |
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Jul 20 2011, 12:56 AM
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QUOTE(kimi @ Jul 18 2011, 09:07 AM) dun think the mahalos u320C/T are solid wood - but built quite decent and i'd say the wood grain is beautiful and nice to touch. It looks like solid wood so I wonder why do you suspect these are not. How to check?Anyway I find it difficult to hold a ukulele still while changing chord (haven't got use to it yet) , so I gave it a strap button. Much better now. 
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Jul 20 2011, 01:00 AM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jul 20 2011, 12:29 AM) Yes, it's a concert size ukelele. You are right, RM180 is high. I got mine last week for RM135 for a concert size. did you check the price for tenor size? |
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Jul 20 2011, 11:06 AM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Jul 20 2011, 12:56 AM) It looks like solid wood so I wonder why do you suspect these are not. How to check? i noticed that when they use solid mahagony wood they will put as "solid mahagony", but laminated ones they will advertised as "mahagony" only. check out other brands and their product line - lanikai, kala, etc. even the mahalos website. Solid wood uke listed normally~ RM1K and above. i'd not worry too much about the wood though id like to try one of those solid wood uke - intonation and how well it stays in tune more important to me i guessAnyway I find it difficult to hold a ukulele still while changing chord (haven't got use to it yet) , so I gave it a strap button. Much better now.
btw mahalo tenor add ~RM20 This post has been edited by kimi: Jul 20 2011, 11:07 AM |
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Jul 31 2011, 08:41 PM
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Hi, can anybody tell me how much does a ukulele costs? and what brands are considered good or okay for ukes? I would really want to get one. For my current budget.. is rm 100 enough to buy a normal uke? and do they provide bags/container for ukes like a guitar? Thanks
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Jul 31 2011, 09:32 PM
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minimum i think is RM60 for soprano size
just simply google can get the answer la This post has been edited by ljf123: Jul 31 2011, 09:35 PM |
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Aug 4 2011, 04:00 PM
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i got one from Lelong yesterday, the strings a bit awkward? look like a fishing line
1st time holding an ukulele btw |
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Aug 5 2011, 05:04 PM
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The last time I check the price for Mahalo brand Ukulele was as follows.
Soprano - RM60 - 65 Concert - RM135 Tenor -RM155 Baritone - RM180 If you want to compare the sound of these different sizes of ukulele, this guy can help Charles 016376111 Hope that put an end to price inquiry for affordable range Ukuleles. If cash is not an issue than you can get an Ukulele concert size for RM5000 from Ukulele Malaya at Batu Caves If you are have no intention to turn professional ukulele player, than the above brand from concert size and above will satisfy most of your Ukulele needs. "ukulele needs" ??? Anyway hope this is helpful for future ukulele buyers. Added on August 5, 2011, 5:13 pmJust wondering..... Anyone here from Klang, Selangor, Malaysia, Earth, Milky Ways owns or play Ukulele? This post has been edited by 1klgan: Aug 5 2011, 05:13 PM |
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Aug 10 2011, 11:52 AM
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QUOTE(1klgan @ Aug 5 2011, 05:04 PM) The last time I check the price for Mahalo brand Ukulele was as follows. nice info, i bought one last week still learning, from cheras btw Soprano - RM60 - 65 Concert - RM135 Tenor -RM155 Baritone - RM180 If you want to compare the sound of these different sizes of ukulele, this guy can help Charles 016376111 Hope that put an end to price inquiry for affordable range Ukuleles. If cash is not an issue than you can get an Ukulele concert size for RM5000 from Ukulele Malaya at Batu Caves If you are have no intention to turn professional ukulele player, than the above brand from concert size and above will satisfy most of your Ukulele needs. "ukulele needs" ??? Anyway hope this is helpful for future ukulele buyers. Added on August 5, 2011, 5:13 pmJust wondering..... Anyone here from Klang, Selangor, Malaysia, Earth, Milky Ways owns or play Ukulele? |
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Sep 4 2011, 12:40 PM
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my uncle introduce me his ukelele...so i very impressive of this stuff. so where can i get cheap ukelele???? my influence of playing, i like playing classical music. so what suitable size for me? anyway i'm looking for cheapest ukelele...i'm just newbie of this..
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Sep 5 2011, 01:17 AM
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hello, i am staying in cheras & plan to get a ukelele too
but i have no idea where to buy one in cheras area . do you all have any suggestion? =) |
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Sep 11 2011, 12:38 PM
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Just bought 1 and came out this.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yA4Tk9jEUWI This post has been edited by zabel8484: Sep 11 2011, 12:46 PM |
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Sep 11 2011, 01:35 PM
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QUOTE(zabel8484 @ Sep 11 2011, 12:38 PM) Cool How much you bought it for? the ukelele  |
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Sep 11 2011, 10:11 PM
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QUOTE(DarkTenno @ Aug 4 2011, 04:00 PM) i got one from Lelong yesterday, the strings a bit awkward? look like a fishing line cool i didnt know ukulele can be this cheap. i thought minimum about RM100. might get one for my guitarist friend 1st time holding an ukulele btw |
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Sep 11 2011, 11:20 PM
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QUOTE(KeroroQ @ Sep 11 2011, 01:35 PM) Cool dude, retail at rm230. i get for dealer price..lol, i own a music school/shop in Malacca. How much you bought it for? the ukelele this is with pickup..... anyway trying bring more uke down to Melaka.... musicstaracademy.blogspot.com |
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Sep 24 2011, 04:11 PM
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does a new set of strings (undefined weather its for which size of ukuelele) fit a tenor ukulele ? I was told that every new set of strings come in extra long sizes and could fit almost all ukulele .
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Dec 27 2011, 01:46 PM
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anyone know what website that have ukulele tabs/chords for chinese songs?
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Dec 29 2011, 01:11 AM
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Hi all,
Anyone know where can i get this Kit in KL area now? » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Edit. Damn big photo. This post has been edited by TAGreptiles: Dec 29 2011, 01:19 AM |
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Dec 29 2011, 02:37 PM
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hi guys..
just bought my 1st uke last week, very excited bout it.. but i notice that my uke is easily go out of tune.. is it a common thing for a new uke? or mybe for a new string? |
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Jan 3 2012, 01:12 AM
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hi there,
after for so long,finally got my first ukulele. ANN-U900 bought it on christmas eve and it eaily out of tune also. |
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Jan 5 2012, 08:46 AM
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QUOTE(glitterRAMEE @ Dec 29 2011, 02:37 PM) hi guys.. just bought my 1st uke last week, very excited bout it.. but i notice that my uke is easily go out of tune.. is it a common thing for a new uke? or mybe for a new string? QUOTE(ChiaW3n @ Jan 3 2012, 01:12 AM) hi there, ya same case when i got my ukulele.. it's good to get a tuner..after for so long,finally got my first ukulele. ANN-U900 bought it on christmas eve and it eaily out of tune also. but after a while of usage it will actually stick to the tune.. |
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Jan 6 2012, 04:33 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Jan 5 2012, 08:46 AM) ya same case when i got my ukulele.. it's good to get a tuner.. owh, thanks for ur reply.. but after a while of usage it will actually stick to the tune..  |
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Jan 26 2012, 08:11 AM
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check this out! the big man vs small uke
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Feb 7 2012, 11:09 PM
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i wanna buy my 1st ukulele and i found this brand 'seven tone' UL21 quite fascinating.
anyone had tried it before? please guide me |
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Feb 8 2012, 07:20 AM
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Hi, i wanna know where got sell affordable tenor ukulele in KL. I see many people saying that "i got my ukulele last week blabla......". Mind sharing where you got it from? And how much? Prefer not to buy online due to shipping cost.
Any reply will be very much appreciated. Cheers. |
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Feb 8 2012, 04:04 PM
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QUOTE(Agatheiz @ Feb 8 2012, 07:20 AM) Hi, i wanna know where got sell affordable tenor ukulele in KL. I see many people saying that "i got my ukulele last week blabla......". Mind sharing where you got it from? And how much? Prefer not to buy online due to shipping cost. try get it from this dealer.. he stays in Kelana Jaya.. Mahalo brand tenor RM155.. the other tenor brands i saw costs at least RM400 Any reply will be very much appreciated. Cheers. http://www.lelong.com.my/mahalo-u320t-ukul...2-04-Sale-P.htm |
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Feb 8 2012, 04:56 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 8 2012, 04:04 PM) try get it from this dealer.. he stays in Kelana Jaya.. Mahalo brand tenor RM155.. the other tenor brands i saw costs at least RM400 Ooo, thanks for the reply bro. Can't wait to get it. Haha http://www.lelong.com.my/mahalo-u320t-ukul...2-04-Sale-P.htm |
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Feb 9 2012, 10:06 AM
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Well u can try to find ukulele at this shop in batu caves, ukulele Malaya.
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Feb 9 2012, 10:17 AM
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i buy my uke at mid valley
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Feb 9 2012, 10:21 AM
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QUOTE(Pretty princess @ Feb 9 2012, 10:06 AM) Well u can try to find ukulele at this shop in batu caves, ukulele Malaya. oo, too far >.< but thanks for the info.QUOTE(glitterRAMEE @ Feb 9 2012, 10:17 AM) i buy my uke at mid valley Rhapsody? how much? wat brand? |
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Feb 9 2012, 10:25 AM
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music master has a few mahalo ukes.
the les paul and telecaster shaped ones are there too. |
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Feb 9 2012, 10:36 AM
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"nostring" from LYN has a studio at permaisuri, cheras. Its called "first note music". I think i'm getting it from him. Really close to my place.
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Feb 9 2012, 12:26 PM
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QUOTE(Agatheiz @ Feb 9 2012, 10:21 AM) Rhapsody? how much? wat brand? i dont remember la.. later i go home i post it here |
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Feb 9 2012, 03:26 PM
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anyone had tried SevenTone UL-21?
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Feb 10 2012, 06:06 PM
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QUOTE(glitterRAMEE @ Feb 9 2012, 10:17 AM) i buy my uke at mid valley what brand and size and price u got? |
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Feb 11 2012, 12:29 PM
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QUOTE(Agatheiz @ Feb 9 2012, 10:21 AM) oo, too far >.< but thanks for the info. Rhapsody? how much? wat brand? QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 10 2012, 06:06 PM) what brand and size and price u got? mine is soprano morrison ukulele, can plug in. rm170 with bag and 1 set of new string.. |
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Feb 13 2012, 09:58 AM
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Hi, I'm new here
Stumbled upon this forum as I'm googling for a trustworthy luthier to do a refret job for me. Anyway, the little one is my all-hardwood mahogany tenor Pono. It plays beautifully - the tuning is true all the way up the neck.  |
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Feb 14 2012, 10:37 PM
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QUOTE(brolex @ Feb 13 2012, 09:58 AM) Hi, I'm new here wow.. Pono is among the most expensive ukulele! cool.. any video of u playing it? Stumbled upon this forum as I'm googling for a trustworthy luthier to do a refret job for me. Anyway, the little one is my all-hardwood mahogany tenor Pono. It plays beautifully - the tuning is true all the way up the neck. |
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Mar 29 2012, 01:59 AM
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hi may i ask u guys something..
will the sound be better if i change my string to a better quality like aquila strings? or perhaps the cheap will always be cheap and never sounded any good? |
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Mar 29 2012, 08:31 AM
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QUOTE(ayapism @ Mar 29 2012, 01:59 AM) hi may i ask u guys something.. Given the limited surface area of the soundboard relative to the weight of the nylon strings, I wouldn't think better strings have significant tonal improvement, unless the uke was made to be responsive in the first place.will the sound be better if i change my string to a better quality like aquila strings? or perhaps the cheap will always be cheap and never sounded any good? I much prefer Worth strings to Aquila. They have a warm yet biting sound, and last really, really long. |
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Apr 1 2012, 07:37 PM
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QUOTE(brolex @ Mar 29 2012, 08:31 AM) Given the limited surface area of the soundboard relative to the weight of the nylon strings, I wouldn't think better strings have significant tonal improvement, unless the uke was made to be responsive in the first place. will it be easier to hold the chords using Worth? feel like u need quite a power to hold on the chord on Aquila..I much prefer Worth strings to Aquila. They have a warm yet biting sound, and last really, really long. |
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Apr 1 2012, 07:44 PM
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Hi pips, i bought a makala tenor uku few weeks ago. I wanted to tukar the strings. Any recommendation for strings brand and model for this uku?
tq |
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Apr 2 2012, 11:49 AM
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Does anyone else own a Tanglewood Uke?
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Apr 2 2012, 11:57 AM
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i only have my one and only samick uke.
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Apr 6 2012, 09:21 AM
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QUOTE(SaltyBean @ Apr 1 2012, 07:44 PM) Hi pips, i bought a makala tenor uku few weeks ago. I wanted to tukar the strings. Any recommendation for strings brand and model for this uku? Aquila strings seems quite popular, but actually there's comparable brands like Worth or Martins, but not sure u can get it in Malaysia.tq |
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Apr 9 2012, 11:40 PM
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how about a futulele?
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Apr 10 2012, 08:10 AM
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This thead is fantastic. I am also keen on learning this instrument.
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Apr 10 2012, 11:06 AM
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Apr 11 2012, 08:48 AM
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ukulele is great instrument, i used samick uk60 coz it cheap n nice
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May 4 2012, 11:10 PM
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who would like to go for a gathering for ukulele players?
looking for members to join FB group.. |
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May 6 2012, 03:03 PM
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I play soso only can join ar?
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May 9 2012, 09:46 PM
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i love ukulele...:-D
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May 10 2012, 11:50 PM
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Me! Me! I play piano but ukulele is so cute that I bought one and play! Can bring anywhere also!
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May 14 2012, 08:35 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Apr 1 2012, 07:37 PM) will it be easier to hold the chords using Worth? feel like u need quite a power to hold on the chord on Aquila.. Never had an issue with ease to chord. That is mainly a function of the fretboard radius, rather than the strings. I mean... nylon's nylon. |
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May 28 2012, 10:34 PM
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bought a concert ukulele.. now my trilogy of ukuleles soprano, concert, tenor have been completed
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Jun 4 2012, 07:29 PM
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wanted to look for one too...seeing that sri petaling is selling Mahalo brand..will it be hard to play this ukulele? judging that my fingers are quite hard now to press the chords XD
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Jun 5 2012, 05:38 PM
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I like the sound. But it's too small for my big hands.
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Jun 7 2012, 09:34 AM
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Hi all, can you guys recommend me a place to buy ukulele in PJ area?
And recommendation for a decent/good one? How much would it be? |
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Jun 7 2012, 01:47 PM
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Yes.. I need a recommendation too. Might be getting my hands on one soon
I prefer warmer tones, maybe mahagony/koa ones. This post has been edited by quarantined: Jun 7 2012, 01:48 PM |
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Jun 29 2012, 04:32 PM
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Yoyoyo wassup people? Just found this thread, nice to see more uke players here.
I've been playing casual guitar for the past 10 years, giving uke a shot just for kicks and found out it's actually quite fun. Just started with Super Mario (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10150977169489431), still looking around for my 2nd song to play Probably wanna go with Portal... hmmm - http://ukulelehunt.com/2008/04/13/jonathan...al-end-credits/ |
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Jul 23 2012, 11:51 AM
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I've grown outta by seven tones Rm120 ukulele.
I saw another one which is bigger, concert sized or tenor sized. I dunno what brand nor do i remember the size but it feels great. Upside is that it comes with hard case, downside is that i don't want to spend Rm388 on an Ukulele. Mahalo ones any good? For larger ones. Anyone knows where to find full range Mahalo in KL? EDIT: Just remembered the Brand of the Rm388 model is by Tanglewood. Can sheck it out at Guitar Collection MV. EDIT2: Might just go with the Eddy Finn instead. This post has been edited by TAGreptiles: Jul 24 2012, 10:24 AM |
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Jul 27 2012, 09:37 AM
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Wah where all the Uku players went?
Anyways, i decided on the Eddy Finn EF-5. The finishing is baaadddd but it Sounds beautiful.  Bought from this guy, http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2196249 This post has been edited by TAGreptiles: Jul 27 2012, 02:19 PM |
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Jul 27 2012, 10:04 AM
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I got a cheap seven tones concert uku..
still ubernoob level. But i must say i really enjoy it.. |
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Jul 27 2012, 02:19 PM
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QUOTE(quarantined @ Jul 27 2012, 10:04 AM) I got a cheap seven tones concert uku.. Is it the colourful one?still ubernoob level. But i must say i really enjoy it.. I have an orange coloured one. I bought the Eddy Finn as an upgrade. The Seven tones one the sound is really muffled. |
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Aug 18 2012, 10:44 AM
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QUOTE(TAGreptiles @ Jul 27 2012, 02:19 PM) Is it the colourful one? Hi,I have an orange coloured one. I bought the Eddy Finn as an upgrade. The Seven tones one the sound is really muffled. New member here. You are right about the sound of the colourful Seven Tones ukes being muffled. I bought a white coloured, concert sized one and was so disappointed by that soft sound. didn't expect that as it came with aquila strings!. I suspected that the paint job was too thick so I sanded the top board , and later the whole uke) down. I was presently surprised by the nice wood underneath. It's laminated maple I think with laminated mahogany ( I think) as the side wood. the back also looks like laminated maple. The neck was made with a type of wood with a nice grain ( a few knots here and there made it fantastic). Just below the paint you'd find a layer of laquer that gives the wood a very smooth surface that may make you want to stop there what with the nice natural colour of the wood and all. But that layer of laquer would still stiffle the sound. I ended up sanding that away too and later applying a mahogony wood tone. The uke opened up and I was so happy that I did that. I ended up buying another one ( a purple coloured one this time) and immediately started to sand down the thing. I stopped at the laquer this time (instead of sanding that away), and made another sound-hole at the side ( following the Riptide brand's uke). It sounds fantastic! Not only do the ukes sound louder, they look beautiful as well! If you are adventurous enough, invest in some sand-papers and do the same. a word of caution though, take your time in sanding - don't press too hard. The laminated all mahogany seven tones UL 21 sopranos however are already loud out of the box. They are nice except for some minor issues like the saddle being too thin its space in the bridge (corrected by inserting some toothpicks there) and the white plastics (where the tuners go through) at the headstock falling off. But the beautiful sound they produce, makes you forgive all that. I have two of that too. Happy ukeing. |
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QUOTE(sittingdown @ Aug 18 2012, 10:44 AM) Hi, Do you mind sharing what grain sandpaper you use?New member here. You are right about the sound of the colourful Seven Tones ukes being muffled. I bought a white coloured, concert sized one and was so disappointed by that soft sound. didn't expect that as it came with aquila strings!. I suspected that the paint job was too thick so I sanded the top board , and later the whole uke) down. I was presently surprised by the nice wood underneath. It's laminated maple I think with laminated mahogany ( I think) as the side wood. the back also looks like laminated maple. The neck was made with a type of wood with a nice grain ( a few knots here and there made it fantastic). Just below the paint you'd find a layer of laquer that gives the wood a very smooth surface that may make you want to stop there what with the nice natural colour of the wood and all. But that layer of laquer would still stiffle the sound. I ended up sanding that away too and later applying a mahogony wood tone. The uke opened up and I was so happy that I did that. I ended up buying another one ( a purple coloured one this time) and immediately started to sand down the thing. I stopped at the laquer this time (instead of sanding that away), and made another sound-hole at the side ( following the Riptide brand's uke). It sounds fantastic! Not only do the ukes sound louder, they look beautiful as well! If you are adventurous enough, invest in some sand-papers and do the same. a word of caution though, take your time in sanding - don't press too hard. The laminated all mahogany seven tones UL 21 sopranos however are already loud out of the box. They are nice except for some minor issues like the saddle being too thin its space in the bridge (corrected by inserting some toothpicks there) and the white plastics (where the tuners go through) at the headstock falling off. But the beautiful sound they produce, makes you forgive all that. I have two of that too. Happy ukeing. Also please do share some photos! |
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Aug 22 2012, 04:13 PM
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hi.newbie to ukulele here... wanna ask... does ukulele has major,minor chords?
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Aug 24 2012, 02:13 PM
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QUOTE(Ulysses @ Aug 22 2012, 04:13 PM) hi.newbie to ukulele here... wanna ask... does ukulele has major,minor chords? Yes, definitely has. |
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Aug 25 2012, 02:21 PM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « would definitely want to see how your sanded ukulele looks like!! |
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Aug 25 2012, 04:39 PM
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QUOTE(defcon4 @ Aug 25 2012, 04:39 PM) Check the URL bro. Would like to check out your work |
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Aug 28 2012, 04:13 PM
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get a KALA.
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Aug 28 2012, 04:45 PM
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QUOTE(TAGreptiles @ Aug 22 2012, 02:13 PM) Do you mind sharing what grain sandpaper you use? Hi there, Also please do share some photos! No, not at all. It was the finest grain that the hardware shop I went to, had. 1200 I think it was, but that was used after most of the paint was sanded away using a courser grained one. Like I said, underneath the paint job is a thin layer of smooth lacquer. It is this layer that you would want to retain. So it's okay to use a courser one initially. I would like to share some photos if only I know to post them here. I'll find out how, and maybe later I'll do it, but I can only post the older of the 2 Seven Tones (i.e. the one with the top sanded thin and finished off with timber tone paint). You see, a niece came over for Hari Raya. She had autism and was playing around with the uke with the side sound hole. She really liked it and I had to give it to her. Maybe, I'll buy another painted Seven Tones and start sanding again. Cheers. P/S, do you just click the "IMG" button at the top to post photos? Sorry for my ignorance. Added on August 28, 2012, 4:53 pm QUOTE(navilink @ Aug 25 2012, 02:21 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « would definitely want to see how your sanded ukulele looks like!! The one given away was nicer actually. This post has been edited by sittingdown: Aug 28 2012, 04:53 PM |
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Aug 28 2012, 05:20 PM
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There's 1 Australian brand Ukulele forgot what it's call again.. anybody rang a bell?
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Aug 28 2012, 07:54 PM
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QUOTE(felixyukito @ Aug 28 2012, 05:20 PM) There's 1 Australian brand Ukulele forgot what it's call again.. anybody rang a bell? Ashton?Added on August 28, 2012, 8:45 pm QUOTE(TAGreptiles @ Aug 22 2012, 02:13 PM) Do you mind sharing what grain sandpaper you use? Hello there,Also please do share some photos! I got home, got the camera but the batteries were out. Manage to find spare ones, took photos and read about how to post them. So here goes. Note: I was never good at taking photos.  This is the back of the uke. (used to be all white).  The front. (It would have been the same colour as the back if I have stopped sanding earlier and not coloured the top).  The side.  The sound hole.  Close up (sort of. ) Just to show that underneath the paint job, the neck is made from nicely grained wood. Btw, the "binding" that you see is actually made with furniture markers...hehehe. And no, it's not missing the 4th string. I have used a black coloured low G Fremont string. When they are not pricey, I will get two of the same ukes. One for a low G and one for the regular high G. Hope the pics satisfy both yours and Navilink's curiousity. I wish I'm half as good as the gentleman in the forum who build his own beautiful ukulele. My sanded seven tones would have been much better looking then. But it does sound and look better after the sanding. Happy ukeing guys. This post has been edited by sittingdown: Aug 28 2012, 09:02 PM |
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Aug 29 2012, 05:19 PM
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Its a beauty! omai, i'm so getting sandpaper this weekend! Do you think it would be nice if i just stain the wood instead of painting it? |
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Aug 29 2012, 07:25 PM
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QUOTE(sittingdown @ Aug 28 2012, 07:54 PM) Ashton? yeah! ashton.. worth the buy?» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « |
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Aug 29 2012, 07:47 PM
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QUOTE(felixyukito @ Aug 29 2012, 07:25 PM) yeah! ashton.. worth the buy? Get your self an Eddy Finn.There's this guy selling in trade zone. Very very nice for a sub Rm300 uku. |
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QUOTE(Rahl @ Aug 29 2012, 05:19 PM) Its a beauty! omai, i'm so getting sandpaper this weekend! Do you think it would be nice if i just stain the wood instead of painting it? Thanks. Do you have a Seven Tones UL24 painted ukulele too? I used a paint brush to apply a mahogany wood stain for the top, actually. ( I now know there's a wood dye that is applied with a piece of cloth but didn't use that one there.) ( I read in the member from Sabah's thread ( I think), about how he finished his fantastic home built uke with oils and such but for know, that is too professional for me). I think painting it would only thicken the top wood again and muffle the sound. Wood stain would make it nicer. Like i said, if you sand paper away just the original paint, you'd be left with the very smooth and beautiful wood surface ( like the back and side of the pictured uke). Too bad, I gave away the other uke. Otherwise you would be able to see how the Seven Tones UL24 painted ukulele looks like underneath the paint. Enjoy your weekend project my friend. Added on August 29, 2012, 8:35 pm QUOTE(felixyukito @ Aug 29 2012, 07:25 PM) yeah! ashton.. worth the buy? Hello felix,At the risk of embarrassing myself, I'm assuming you are looking for a first ukulele. Sorry I can't help you there. The Ashtons I saw ( in Do Re Mi Jalan Ipoh) were painted ones and they usually aren't loud enough for me. You may want to try out the matte finished laminated mahogany ones if you are looking for an entry level uke. They come in many brands (e.g. maholo) and are made in China. Some can be very good ( after you lower the action i.e. bring down the strings to the fretboard by filing down the nut and the saddle in the bridge) and are reasonably priced. There are also pricey laminated wood ukuleles made by the well known makers like Ohana (my laminated mahogany Ohana TK10 is one of my better sounding ukes - even better than some solid top ones) but you may want to put those in your "upgrade wish list". That's the thing about getting a first uke. You may not want to spend too much because you just want to try first but if you don't spend enough, you might end up with a lousy one that will make you give up and thereby not knowing the joy of the ukulele! The Eddy Finn that Rahl recommended should be good. There are also the Makala (Made by Kala) dan the Makai (they say it's made in the same Factory as the Ohana). Good luck in your hunt bro. Oh, I was in Woh Fatt last Friday, they stock some lower end Lanikais now! If your are in KL maybe you'd want to check them out. This post has been edited by sittingdown: Aug 29 2012, 09:00 PM |
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Aug 30 2012, 03:19 PM
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I've played with a Seven tones concert, sammick concert, and an eddy finn tenor. My Eddy Finn is the best. Cannot bring my self to buy a Rm500> ukulele. Not that i can play very well also.
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Aug 30 2012, 05:25 PM
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QUOTE(Rahl @ Aug 30 2012, 03:19 PM) I've played with a Seven tones concert, sammick concert, and an eddy finn tenor. My Eddy Finn is the best. Cannot bring my self to buy a Rm500> ukulele. Not that i can play very well also. Playingwise, same here lah. Can never quit my day job to cari makan playing the uke. But I just love strumming the small, beautiful, easy to carry instrument.You should try to play one of the Vietnamese ukuleles. They are inexpensive, made of full solid wood (usually acacia or mahogany) very very beautiful instruments. I have a few made by this chap called Bruce Wei. |
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Sep 10 2012, 01:49 AM
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get a KAla, a decent brand.
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Sep 16 2012, 11:56 PM
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anyone heard tanglewood brand before? for ukulele..
i want to know izit...good or not anyone use it before? |
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Sep 20 2012, 02:44 PM
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QUOTE(rae0724 @ Sep 16 2012, 11:56 PM) anyone heard tanglewood brand before? for ukulele.. You saw the one at Guitar Collection right? Rm399 with hard case?i want to know izit...good or not anyone use it before? I'm very very tempted by that also. |
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Sep 24 2012, 02:34 PM
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i saw a cheap deal in groupon but seems like from a non-brand... not sure if anyone bought this before?
http://www.groupon.my/deals/national-deal/...267&a=715827970 |
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Sep 27 2012, 04:38 PM
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QUOTE(lee1234 @ Sep 24 2012, 02:34 PM) i saw a cheap deal in groupon but seems like from a non-brand... not sure if anyone bought this before? not sure that's cheap.. u can get a Mahalo soprano for ~RM65.. change the string to Aquila and bam! instead decent sounding ukulele!http://www.groupon.my/deals/national-deal/...267&a=715827970 |
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Sep 27 2012, 11:33 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Sep 27 2012, 04:38 PM) not sure that's cheap.. u can get a Mahalo soprano for ~RM65.. change the string to Aquila and bam! instead decent sounding ukulele! RM65 only??im from Penang and i saw Mahalo concerto U320C cost RM160 here.. |
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Sep 28 2012, 03:12 AM
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QUOTE(lee1234 @ Sep 27 2012, 11:33 PM) RM65 only?? definitely got mine for rm65..anyway ya concert size has big jump in price.. u'll get around that price oso in KLim from Penang and i saw Mahalo concerto U320C cost RM160 here.. |
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Sep 28 2012, 03:23 AM
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I don't play or own an ukelele but I quite like them! The sound is very nice.
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Sep 28 2012, 10:53 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Sep 28 2012, 03:12 AM) definitely got mine for rm65..anyway ya concert size has big jump in price.. u'll get around that price oso in KL what is your recommendation for newbie? soprano or concerto? Added on September 28, 2012, 11:01 am QUOTE(navilink @ Sep 28 2012, 03:12 AM) definitely got mine for rm65..anyway ya concert size has big jump in price.. u'll get around that price oso in KL Just checked on9, suprano here also cost RM160 the same  Mahalo: Soprano (U320G) http://www.manuelukulele.com/index.php?opt...d=20&Itemid=127 This post has been edited by lee1234: Sep 28 2012, 11:01 AM |
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Sep 28 2012, 11:21 AM
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QUOTE(lee1234 @ Sep 28 2012, 10:53 AM) what is your recommendation for newbie? soprano or concerto? i'm talking from the view of an average-sized personSoprano + very portable, can carry out without grabbing too much attention + sound wise, i think soprano best represents what ukulele should sound like + good if you think you might just want to play it for fun and then left it for weeks to collect dusts - limited frets, so you can't do jake-shimabukuro style playing - for big fingers, it will be hard Concert + best investment if you are playing medium-serious + inherits some positives from the other 2 - inherits some negatives from the other 2 Tenor + this is to get if you want to be pro or look pro + has deeper bass then the other 2 - not good for short fingers - strings have higher tensions, so you need strong and tough fingers to hold the frets - big size |
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Sep 28 2012, 03:21 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Sep 28 2012, 11:21 AM) i'm talking from the view of an average-sized person Thanks for the comment, i guess i will go for soprano then Soprano + very portable, can carry out without grabbing too much attention + sound wise, i think soprano best represents what ukulele should sound like + good if you think you might just want to play it for fun and then left it for weeks to collect dusts - limited frets, so you can't do jake-shimabukuro style playing - for big fingers, it will be hard Concert + best investment if you are playing medium-serious + inherits some positives from the other 2 - inherits some negatives from the other 2 Tenor + this is to get if you want to be pro or look pro + has deeper bass then the other 2 - not good for short fingers - strings have higher tensions, so you need strong and tough fingers to hold the frets - big size let me do some survey in penang, thanks |
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Oct 17 2012, 04:36 PM
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QUOTE(TAGreptiles @ Sep 20 2012, 02:44 PM) You saw the one at Guitar Collection right? Rm399 with hard case? yes!I'm very very tempted by that also. but i duno should i buy it or not coz from research the case is expensive in market i not really know the sound of ukulele izzit good or not what you thinks? |
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Oct 20 2012, 11:36 PM
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QUOTE(rae0724 @ Oct 17 2012, 04:36 PM) yes! what's the brand of thar RM399 thing? concert size?but i duno should i buy it or not coz from research the case is expensive in market i not really know the sound of ukulele izzit good or not what you thinks? |
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Oct 21 2012, 02:56 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Oct 20 2012, 11:36 PM) what's the brand of thar RM399 thing? concert size? tanglewoodgot soprano, concert and tenor..the price about like that |
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Nov 14 2012, 12:19 PM
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i'm thinking of getting the mahalo u30 for fun playing, it's my first instrument, but sure wish i could find it in pink!
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Feb 13 2013, 03:49 PM
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Anyone here knows anywhere in Malaysia can buy Kamaka, Kanile'a or KoAloha?
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Feb 14 2013, 09:42 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Feb 13 2013, 03:49 PM) Anyone here knows anywhere in Malaysia can buy Kamaka, Kanile'a or KoAloha? there Kanile'a and KoAloha in Ukulele Malaya at Batu Caves.. or KoAloha at Manuel Ukulele, Penang |
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Feb 15 2013, 12:19 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 14 2013, 09:42 PM) there Kanile'a and KoAloha in Ukulele Malaya at Batu Caves.. or KoAloha at Manuel Ukulele, Penang Checked those 2 out already, but they don't carry tenors for those K brands =( The other option I discovered is Ukulele Movement but that's in SG. |
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Feb 15 2013, 05:35 PM
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I own an ukulele^^
My music teacher bought it from Taiwan Concerto with price about RM380 |
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Feb 16 2013, 08:24 PM
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redlyfs oops didn't realize malaysia dont have K tenors
well why dont get it from Ukulele Movement, not that far from malaysia anyway might i ask u are a pro ukulelist?Southnorth wah specially flew in from taiwan.. what brand of concert u got there? |
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Feb 17 2013, 01:04 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 16 2013, 08:24 PM) redlyfs oops didn't realize malaysia dont have K tenors Brand Venus~Sounds really great!!! well why dont get it from Ukulele Movement, not that far from malaysia anyway might i ask u are a pro ukulelist?Southnorth wah specially flew in from taiwan.. what brand of concert u got there? Next time I should post some recording here |
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Feb 17 2013, 03:24 PM
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QUOTE(Southnorth @ Feb 17 2013, 01:04 AM) Brand Venus~Sounds really great!!! never heard that brand before.. but i'm looking forward some ukulele song recordings! Next time I should post some recording here  |
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Feb 17 2013, 04:04 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 17 2013, 03:24 PM) never heard that brand before.. but i'm looking forward some ukulele song recordings! ya,coz the brand is from taiwan,lol |
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Feb 17 2013, 10:20 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 16 2013, 08:24 PM) redlyfs oops didn't realize malaysia dont have K tenors Nah not pro. Just started uke recently coming from guitar. Have a Kala 15s but the frets are too narrow, and little. well why dont get it from Ukulele Movement, not that far from malaysia anyway might i ask u are a pro ukulelist? |
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Feb 17 2013, 10:24 PM
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yoh~~~
i am an uke too! i own 2 which, one is acoustic and other is electrical,both in concert size! |
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Feb 20 2013, 12:15 PM
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hi guys, just jump into the uke boat not too long ago too (about 2 to 3 months back) .... its really the trend now :-)
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Feb 20 2013, 01:05 PM
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Here's a few groups that regularly conducts ukulele events.
http://www.malaysiaukulelegroup.com/ http://ukulelemalaya.my/ I bought my kala from here btw. I met up with these people a couple of times and they're a diverse, cheerful and friendly group. |
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Feb 20 2013, 03:47 PM
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was actually looking for a Kala as well initially, the Solid Acacia tenor .... i know Singapore Ukulele Movement has it but the last round i went Singapore on a Monday they are closed. So end up i got myself a Oscar Schmidt OU5 from Davis guitar .... must admit the OU5 sound pretty sweet to me.
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Feb 20 2013, 05:05 PM
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QUOTE(patrickfam @ Feb 20 2013, 03:47 PM) was actually looking for a Kala as well initially, the Solid Acacia tenor .... i know Singapore Ukulele Movement has it but the last round i went Singapore on a Monday they are closed. So end up i got myself a Oscar Schmidt OU5 from Davis guitar .... must admit the OU5 sound pretty sweet to me. I'm actually looking around for a new tenor as well, solid Acacia if possible. Could you share how much did you invest on the Oscar Schmidt?Just wondering, did you meant this Guitar Davis? This post has been edited by redlyfs: Feb 20 2013, 05:13 PM |
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Hye everyone. Im looking for a samick brand model uk70 ukulele. Does anyome know where to find in Kl? I like the wood on the model as it has a rosewood back and side and a spruce top (similar to my classical guitar). But still i have to test it to see how it sounds like.
So where can i find it in kl? And how much does it cost? Thank! |
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Feb 22 2013, 05:50 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Feb 20 2013, 05:05 PM) I'm actually looking around for a new tenor as well, solid Acacia if possible. Could you share how much did you invest on the Oscar Schmidt? Yup, that's the shop i got my Oscar Schmidt,.... they have quite many selection. I got my OU5 for S$250. Just wondering, did you meant this Guitar Davis? The tenor i was interested to get my hands on was the Kala ASAC-T .... Over here in KL not sure where to find. Wanted to test it out before committing as the only thing I worry is the thickness of the neck as I like it to be slightly thicker. Feel more comfort for my palm. Maybe due to my wrong technique of holding some chords accumulated from past experiences. Oscar Schmidt tends to have slightly thicker necks. I tried some of the tenors and they felt quite comfortable. |
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QUOTE(KAs30 @ Feb 22 2013, 01:02 PM) Hye everyone. Im looking for a samick brand model uk70 ukulele. Does anyome know where to find in Kl? I like the wood on the model as it has a rosewood back and side and a spruce top (similar to my classical guitar). But still i have to test it to see how it sounds like. Saw a review in Ukulelehunt on this Uke .... nice one but not sure where to find locally. Will keep an eye for you.So where can i find it in kl? And how much does it cost? Thank! |
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Feb 22 2013, 06:34 PM
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QUOTE(KAs30 @ Feb 22 2013, 01:02 PM) Hye everyone. Im looking for a samick brand model uk70 ukulele. Does anyome know where to find in Kl? I like the wood on the model as it has a rosewood back and side and a spruce top (similar to my classical guitar). But still i have to test it to see how it sounds like. So where can i find it in kl? And how much does it cost? Thank! QUOTE(patrickfam @ Feb 22 2013, 06:00 PM) Saw a review in Ukulelehunt on this Uke .... nice one but not sure where to find locally. Will keep an eye for you. Try DoReMi, Mutiara Damansara. They carry Sammick. I bought one from them. The TS of this is one of the workers/owners there. She's really friendly and helpful |
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Feb 22 2013, 06:34 PM) Try DoReMi, Mutiara Damansara. They carry Sammick. I bought one from them. Thanks a lot guys! I will have a look there. Cant wait to buy me a ukulele! Its my birthday tomorrow so just wanted to buy something for myself. Hehe.The TS of this is one of the workers/owners there. She's really friendly and helpful |
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Feb 23 2013, 03:07 AM
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I play ukulele too~!
If you read tabs, this book fits you perfectly... http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=472...&type=1&theater RM25 per book =) |
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QUOTE(jiko @ Feb 17 2013, 10:24 PM) yoh~~~ hi,can I know where you get the electric ukulele and how much it costs?i am an uke too! i own 2 which, one is acoustic and other is electrical,both in concert size! Im interested in that |
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QUOTE(Southnorth @ Feb 24 2013, 06:16 PM) hi,can I know where you get the electric ukulele and how much it costs? Im interested in that i brought 2nd hand from lowyat member. She used about 1 year and she give off at rm400 instead of rm 700 (ori price) btw u can get eleuke from http://www.manuelukulele.com/component/vir...nufacturer_id=2 |
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Feb 26 2013, 09:03 PM
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I find manuel ukulele really expensive. Ukulele Malaya is a much better place to support
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Feb 27 2013, 12:26 AM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Feb 26 2013, 09:03 PM) n i bought my Lanikai tenor from amazon and is slightly cheaper than what i found in malaysia :-)I find manuel ukulele really expensive. Ukulele Malaya is a much better place to support This post has been edited by navilink: Feb 27 2013, 12:27 AM |
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Feb 27 2013, 08:53 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 27 2013, 12:26 AM) i bought my Lanikai tenor from amazon and is slightly cheaper than what i found in malaysia :-) Where does it ship from and how much is shipping? I remember I wanted to try a uke from Vietnam but the shipping is insane. RM500+ for 2 ukes. |
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Feb 27 2013, 02:52 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Feb 27 2013, 08:53 AM) Where does it ship from and how much is shipping? I remember I wanted to try a uke from Vietnam but the shipping is insane. RM500+ for 2 ukes. it's about $110+$18 shipping only from USA.. so less than RM400 for a Lanikai tenor..RM500 from Vietnam? haha.. |
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Feb 27 2013, 05:02 PM
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QUOTE(jiko @ Feb 26 2013, 07:43 PM) i brought 2nd hand from lowyat member. owh...its interesting?She used about 1 year and she give off at rm400 instead of rm 700 (ori price) btw u can get eleuke from http://www.manuelukulele.com/component/vir...nufacturer_id=2 How do it sound like?hehe |
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Mar 1 2013, 10:49 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Feb 27 2013, 02:52 PM) it's about $110+$18 shipping only from USA.. so less than RM400 for a Lanikai tenor.. RM500 from Vietnam? haha.. So cheap. I'll try Amazon |
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Mar 2 2013, 08:22 PM
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I find that the less you spend on a uke, the better they sound.
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Mar 2 2013, 11:31 PM
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QUOTE(canardminceblanc @ Mar 2 2013, 08:22 PM) I find that the less you spend on a uke, the better they sound. huh so means kamaka, kanilea, koaloha all not better sounding than mahalo brand? |
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Mar 3 2013, 12:12 PM
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QUOTE(Southnorth @ Feb 27 2013, 05:02 PM) owh...its interesting? the sound...erm...without plug in an amp, u not really can heard d sound unless u r in the area within 1 m.(mine is solid body)How do it sound like?hehe after plug in, it just like normal ukulele sound but u can play more with the tone, n if u wan u can buy d effect pedal i think (i never tried it)!haha for normal player i think,a good acoustic is more than enuf, electrical uke will add an advantage if u wan to play on stage o performance and silent practice in night!he |
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Mar 7 2013, 05:45 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 2 2013, 11:31 PM) huh so means kamaka, kanilea, koaloha all not better sounding than mahalo brand? Exactly what i was thinking also ... |
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Mar 7 2013, 05:54 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 2 2013, 11:31 PM) huh so means kamaka, kanilea, koaloha all not better sounding than mahalo brand? QUOTE(patrickfam @ Mar 7 2013, 05:45 PM) Exactly what i was thinking also ... I doubt Mahalo comes any close to any of the big Ks. Ply-wood vs koa? Whoever thinks Mahalo sounds great should stick to it. And never ever pick an 'expensive' ukulele, it'll spoil your love for Mahalo. |
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Mar 10 2013, 10:42 AM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 7 2013, 05:54 PM) I doubt Mahalo comes any close to any of the big Ks. Ply-wood vs koa? depends on the skill of the player.. give a kamaka to a bad player then it sounds bad.. give a mahalo to jake shimabukuro-wannabe then can sound good Whoever thinks Mahalo sounds great should stick to it. And never ever pick an 'expensive' ukulele, it'll spoil your love for Mahalo.  |
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Mar 10 2013, 11:19 AM
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Hey, just bought a Mahalo U320G less than a week ago,first time having an instrument too.
 Stupid question to ask but,what is the proper way of strumming? Sometimes i hit the side of my G string and it produces a louder sound than the other strings,i also sometimes hear buzzing sounds when playing C chord or F chord,is it because i am not pressing hard enough? Because my fingers start to hurt after awhile :S |
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Mar 10 2013, 01:48 PM
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QUOTE(nubfight4 @ Mar 10 2013, 11:19 AM) Hey, just bought a Mahalo U320G less than a week ago,first time having an instrument too. Your G sounds louder probably its because the way you angle your fingers. Its either too deep or too sharply angled. Try a wider angle, think of your fingers floating through the strings. Buzzing is normally caused by improper grip. It may be because its not pressed hard, or maybe your other fingers intruding in. Stupid question to ask but,what is the proper way of strumming? Sometimes i hit the side of my G string and it produces a louder sound than the other strings,i also sometimes hear buzzing sounds when playing C chord or F chord,is it because i am not pressing hard enough? Because my fingers start to hurt after awhile :S |
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Mar 10 2013, 05:16 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 10 2013, 01:48 PM) Your G sounds louder probably its because the way you angle your fingers. Its either too deep or too sharply angled. Try a wider angle, think of your fingers floating through the strings. Buzzing is normally caused by improper grip. It may be because its not pressed hard, or maybe your other fingers intruding in. Ah thank god it wasn't the uke's fault but mine |
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Mar 10 2013, 10:03 PM
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QUOTE(nubfight4 @ Mar 10 2013, 05:16 PM) Ah thank god it wasn't the uke's fault but mine If you're really into Ukulele, I really suggest you go to a nearby uke shop to try other ukes out after you're familiar with how your current one sounds. Ukulele Malaya have a wide selection =D Gotten a few from there. These instruments makes excellent gifts. |
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Mar 11 2013, 04:26 PM
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QUOTE(nubfight4 @ Mar 10 2013, 11:19 AM) Hey, just bought a Mahalo U320G less than a week ago,first time having an instrument too. just practise more.. even jake shimabukuro starts with with strumming a single chord ('C') all day long.. Stupid question to ask but,what is the proper way of strumming? Sometimes i hit the side of my G string and it produces a louder sound than the other strings,i also sometimes hear buzzing sounds when playing C chord or F chord,is it because i am not pressing hard enough? Because my fingers start to hurt after awhile :SQUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 10 2013, 10:03 PM) If you're really into Ukulele, I really suggest you go to a nearby uke shop to try other ukes out after you're familiar with how your current one sounds. Ukulele Malaya have a wide selection =D Gotten a few from there. These instruments makes excellent gifts. wah gotten a few.. u got a collection there? |
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Mar 11 2013, 04:36 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 11 2013, 04:26 PM) wah gotten a few.. u got a collection there? Nah. Bought as gifts. Can sama-sama jam together lol. I now only own a Kala 15s, in the market for a good tenor. I think I'm quite picky, want good sound with certain types of wood. I found a nice Tanglewood made tenor only for 500, hardcase + aquila strings selling in Guitar Collections. Sound is acceptable. Very nice and clean built. Workmanship is excellent. Wood is Mahogany. Tempted but since my Kala is already Mahogany and don't plan to sell it, I let the deal passed =( http://www.tanglewoodguitars.co.uk/product.../union/TU4.html |
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Mar 11 2013, 06:40 PM
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hmm, i picked up ukulele in 2 days from scratch, cos a student requested for ukulele lessons. oh well....
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Mar 11 2013, 09:47 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 11 2013, 04:36 PM) Nah. Bought as gifts. Can sama-sama jam together lol. I now only own a Kala 15s, in the market for a good tenor. I think I'm quite picky, want good sound with certain types of wood. wow u so gracious bought uke for your friends.. haha.. i wish i can do the same.. but whether they're interested is another matter..I found a nice Tanglewood made tenor only for 500, hardcase + aquila strings selling in Guitar Collections. Sound is acceptable. Very nice and clean built. Workmanship is excellent. Wood is Mahogany. Tempted but since my Kala is already Mahogany and don't plan to sell it, I let the deal passed =( http://www.tanglewoodguitars.co.uk/product.../union/TU4.html u got any budget for ur tenor? |
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Mar 11 2013, 11:48 PM
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QUOTE(sittingdown @ Aug 18 2012, 10:44 AM) Hi, wow...didnt know about that. im a beginner. am thinking to buy seven tone concert ukulele. is it okay for rm160?New member here. You are right about the sound of the colourful Seven Tones ukes being muffled. I bought a white coloured, concert sized one and was so disappointed by that soft sound. didn't expect that as it came with aquila strings!. I suspected that the paint job was too thick so I sanded the top board , and later the whole uke) down. I was presently surprised by the nice wood underneath. It's laminated maple I think with laminated mahogany ( I think) as the side wood. the back also looks like laminated maple. The neck was made with a type of wood with a nice grain ( a few knots here and there made it fantastic). Just below the paint you'd find a layer of laquer that gives the wood a very smooth surface that may make you want to stop there what with the nice natural colour of the wood and all. But that layer of laquer would still stiffle the sound. I ended up sanding that away too and later applying a mahogony wood tone. The uke opened up and I was so happy that I did that. I ended up buying another one ( a purple coloured one this time) and immediately started to sand down the thing. I stopped at the laquer this time (instead of sanding that away), and made another sound-hole at the side ( following the Riptide brand's uke). It sounds fantastic! Not only do the ukes sound louder, they look beautiful as well! If you are adventurous enough, invest in some sand-papers and do the same. a word of caution though, take your time in sanding - don't press too hard. The laminated all mahogany seven tones UL 21 sopranos however are already loud out of the box. They are nice except for some minor issues like the saddle being too thin its space in the bridge (corrected by inserting some toothpicks there) and the white plastics (where the tuners go through) at the headstock falling off. But the beautiful sound they produce, makes you forgive all that. I have two of that too. Happy ukeing. |
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Mar 12 2013, 09:09 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 11 2013, 09:47 PM) wow u so gracious bought uke for your friends.. haha.. i wish i can do the same.. but whether they're interested is another matter.. No budget now =X Planning a vacation to Korea soon. But I plan to look into getting one of the big Ks.u got any budget for ur tenor? |
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Mar 12 2013, 09:25 AM
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 11 2013, 11:48 PM) wow...didnt know about that. im a beginner. am thinking to buy seven tone concert ukulele. is it okay for rm160? For 160.. I really encourage you to look into other ukes. I bought a Seven Tone before and I don't consider that as a proper ukulele. Compared to my soprano Kala, its thinner and tinier. Sound quality is quite bad, even after replacing strings with Aquila and lowering the action. It doesn't carry and sounded weak. I really don't recommend this ukulele if you see yourself playing ukulele long term. There's a shop in Mutiara Damansara selling Samick. So far I found that its the best ukes for price below 200. Comes with aquila strings. In batu caves area, there's a shop called Ukulele Malaya. A lot of variety but the good beginner costs around 200-300. I gotten my Kala15s from here. Its a very good starting ukulele. Won't break your bank but still sounds good enough that you won't feel so disappointed comparing tones in Youtube while learning =D http://www.facebook.com/ukulelemalaya?fref=ts If its too far, there's a guy in LYN selling Eddy Finns. The workmanship isn't so good, there's excess glue at sides and brace but mostly you could sandpaper it away. Doesn't come with aquila. I bought from all mentioned sellers before. There's another seller, I can't vouch for him since I haven't dealt with him personally before. His packages is quite reasonable for beginner, as some contains tuner and bag. His shop is somewhere in USJ, Subang. http://www.facebook.com/maestro.uke?fref=ts Good luck in your ukulele hunt. Btw guys, I created an Ukulele thread. Hope you guys can drop by a hi =D http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?act=ST&f=107&t=2719878 |
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Mar 12 2013, 03:09 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 12 2013, 09:25 AM) For 160.. I really encourage you to look into other ukes. I bought a Seven Tone before and I don't consider that as a proper ukulele. Compared to my soprano Kala, its thinner and tinier. Sound quality is quite bad, even after replacing strings with Aquila and lowering the action. It doesn't carry and sounded weak. I really don't recommend this ukulele if you see yourself playing ukulele long term. Mutiara Damansara? Do you have an address or anything? I'm still new to KL. And how to get there by public transport?There's a shop in Mutiara Damansara selling Samick. So far I found that its the best ukes for price below 200. Comes with aquila strings. In batu caves area, there's a shop called Ukulele Malaya. A lot of variety but the good beginner costs around 200-300. I gotten my Kala15s from here. Its a very good starting ukulele. Won't break your bank but still sounds good enough that you won't feel so disappointed comparing tones in Youtube while learning =D http://www.facebook.com/ukulelemalaya?fref=ts If its too far, there's a guy in LYN selling Eddy Finns. The workmanship isn't so good, there's excess glue at sides and brace but mostly you could sandpaper it away. Doesn't come with aquila. I bought from all mentioned sellers before. There's another seller, I can't vouch for him since I haven't dealt with him personally before. His packages is quite reasonable for beginner, as some contains tuner and bag. His shop is somewhere in USJ, Subang. http://www.facebook.com/maestro.uke?fref=ts Good luck in your ukulele hunt. Btw guys, I created an Ukulele thread. Hope you guys can drop by a hi =D http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?act=ST&f=107&t=2719878 The Seven Tone Concert Ukulele is from Maestro Uke.  |
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 12 2013, 03:09 PM) Mutiara Damansara? Do you have an address or anything? I'm still new to KL. And how to get there by public transport? Here, Do Re Mi, Mutiara DamansaraThe Seven Tone Concert Ukulele is from Maestro Uke. It's past Ikano/ The Curve/ Ikea area. Here's the seller contact in LYN, not sure if she's still active though. A very nice lady. Seems you found her thread too lol. http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2009405/ Oh Maestro's is carrying Seven Tones? It's cheap but I really don't recommend it. Here's his shop's blog, if you haven't found it. http://ukulelestore.blogspot.com/ From what I see in their store, Makai is pretty ok, their designs seems to be similar to notable brands like Ohana. So is Cordoba, it's originally a Portugal guitar making company that expanded into ukuleles. The rest looks pretty dodgy. This especially goes for Mahalo and Waikiki, which have a terrible reputation. Avoid these I realized all these is probably overwhelming, if you have the chance it's best to go to a shop to look and feel the instrument. Its ok to hold and tell the shopkeeper you're a beginner, hopefully the guy is friendly. I took my sweet time choosing my first uke in Ukulele Malaya and the owner is just right beside telling me what to choose and how to play. He even brought out the cheapo ukuleles and played for me to compare the sound quality. Anyhow my best advice to you right now is, avoid Seven Tones. And those ukuleles that's been cutely painted. Unless done right, the paint will deteriorate the sound further. It's usually a cheap way to market a cheap plywood ukulele. edit: btw I bought my Seven Tone for RM100 only, comes with tuner. This post has been edited by redlyfs: Mar 12 2013, 03:55 PM |
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Mar 12 2013, 09:09 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 12 2013, 03:32 PM) Here, Do Re Mi, Mutiara Damansara Hi. Thankiu so much for helping me. I'm deciding on Makai or Pukanala. It's past Ikano/ The Curve/ Ikea area. Here's the seller contact in LYN, not sure if she's still active though. A very nice lady. Seems you found her thread too lol. http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2009405/ Oh Maestro's is carrying Seven Tones? It's cheap but I really don't recommend it. Here's his shop's blog, if you haven't found it. http://ukulelestore.blogspot.com/ From what I see in their store, Makai is pretty ok, their designs seems to be similar to notable brands like Ohana. So is Cordoba, it's originally a Portugal guitar making company that expanded into ukuleles. The rest looks pretty dodgy. This especially goes for Mahalo and Waikiki, which have a terrible reputation. Avoid these I realized all these is probably overwhelming, if you have the chance it's best to go to a shop to look and feel the instrument. Its ok to hold and tell the shopkeeper you're a beginner, hopefully the guy is friendly. I took my sweet time choosing my first uke in Ukulele Malaya and the owner is just right beside telling me what to choose and how to play. He even brought out th e cheapo ukuleles and played for me to compare the sound quality. Anyhow my best advice to you right now is, avoid Seven Tones. And those ukuleles that's been cutely painted. Unless done right, the paint will deteriorate the sound further. It's usually a cheap way to market a cheap plywood ukulele. edit: btw I bought my Seven Tone for RM100 only, comes with tuner. Thinking to get one of those~Oh yeah, I've found White Ukulele Waikiki for rm128. And a seller told me usually coloured ukulele is low end ukulele. And about Do Re Mi, is it in walking distance from Ikea/Curve/IPC? This post has been edited by yihlingpow: Mar 12 2013, 09:13 PM |
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Mar 12 2013, 10:28 PM
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Maestro shop is at Taipan there.. in the middle of very busy rows and rows of shops there.. hard to get parking there also.. I bought a 'K' brand there.. haha not what u think, it's Kahalu'u.. never thought I will bought that brand.. but since I personally went there and try it, I do like the Kahalu'u sound and feel.. a cutaway with pickup..
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Mar 12 2013, 10:52 PM
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 12 2013, 09:09 PM) Hi. Thankiu so much for helping me. I'm deciding on Makai or Pukanala. Np. Always glad to intro ukes =D Thinking to get one of those~Oh yeah, I've found White Ukulele Waikiki for rm128. And a seller told me usually coloured ukulele is low end ukulele. And about Do Re Mi, is it in walking distance from Ikea/Curve/IPC? If Maestro is nearer, I'd suggest to check the targeted ukes first. Yes it's true, the reason why expensive ukes ( and most instruments for that matter ) have minimalist design is to show off the wood natural beauty. Besides paint actually dampen the sound quality. Because Waikiki is probably made out of cheap plywood, paint is used to cover the obvious low quality wood. It's walkable, I used to work in Ikano and stay in the apartments in front of DoReMi's shoplot row. |
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Mar 13 2013, 12:06 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 12 2013, 10:52 PM) Np. Always glad to intro ukes =D I cant seem to find where is Ikano/Ikea/Curve located in the google maps link you gave If Maestro is nearer, I'd suggest to check the targeted ukes first. Yes it's true, the reason why expensive ukes ( and most instruments for that matter ) have minimalist design is to show off the wood natural beauty. Besides paint actually dampen the sound quality. Because Waikiki is probably made out of cheap plywood, paint is used to cover the obvious low quality wood. It's walkable, I used to work in Ikano and stay in the apartments in front of DoReMi's shoplot row. |
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Mar 13 2013, 12:26 PM
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 13 2013, 12:06 PM) I cant seem to find where is Ikano/Ikea/Curve located in the google maps link you gave Here you go https://maps.google.com.my/maps?saddr=ikano...=my&mra=ls&z=17 This post has been edited by redlyfs: Mar 13 2013, 12:27 PM |
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Mar 13 2013, 10:36 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 12 2013, 10:28 PM) Maestro shop is at Taipan there.. in the middle of very busy rows and rows of shops there.. hard to get parking there also.. I bought a 'K' brand there.. haha not what u think, it's Kahalu'u.. never thought I will bought that brand.. but since I personally went there and try it, I do like the Kahalu'u sound and feel.. a cutaway with pickup.. Ooh wow..I'm still figuring how to get there by public transport...still new in KL and Selangor..so very highly advisable to go to try the ukulele personally before getting it.. anyone up for a uke meeting? |
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Mar 13 2013, 10:39 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 12 2013, 10:52 PM) Np. Always glad to intro ukes =D What's Solid Spruce Top?If Maestro is nearer, I'd suggest to check the targeted ukes first. Yes it's true, the reason why expensive ukes ( and most instruments for that matter ) have minimalist design is to show off the wood natural beauty. Besides paint actually dampen the sound quality. Because Waikiki is probably made out of cheap plywood, paint is used to cover the obvious low quality wood. It's walkable, I used to work in Ikano and stay in the apartments in front of DoReMi's shoplot row. |
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Mar 13 2013, 10:51 PM
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 13 2013, 10:39 PM) What's Solid Spruce Top? It's a type of wood. Solid usually means its pure wood and no layer of plywood had been added.More on wood I'll add it to the uke thread |
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Mar 13 2013, 10:57 PM
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QUOTE(redlyfs @ Mar 13 2013, 10:51 PM) It's a type of wood. Solid usually means its pure wood and no layer of plywood had been added.More on wood I'll add it to the uke thread What's the difference between that and Solid Mahogany Top? |
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Mar 14 2013, 11:40 AM
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QUOTE(yihlingpow @ Mar 13 2013, 10:57 PM) What's the difference between that and Solid Mahogany Top? Added the info to the other thread |
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Mar 18 2013, 10:44 PM
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share my cover here!
it's cantonese song, sorry for friends from other races.... It's a fun song to play and just ignore my sucks singing!ha http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reCwQLeXIkg |
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Mar 21 2013, 10:53 AM
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There is this brand from Singapore called Prillante Ukuleles. Now selling in KL ranging from about 300 bucks to about 600+. Mostly concert and tenor for bigger size people like me. Workmanship = terror!
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Mar 21 2013, 04:37 PM
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hey guys,
anyone bought ukulele from this website before? the makala is at good price now i supposed. even though didnt come together with gig bag. guess no tuner also. http://bensukulelehouse.blogspot.com/2013/...la-ukulele.html newbie here and will like to join ukulele group thx for advice! This post has been edited by spiderwick: Mar 21 2013, 04:37 PM |
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Mar 21 2013, 04:49 PM
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QUOTE(spiderwick @ Mar 21 2013, 04:37 PM) hey guys, Sorry to disappoint but from what I see he's selling a lot of unbranded ukes that looks awfully similar to this anyone bought ukulele from this website before? the makala is at good price now i supposed. even though didnt come together with gig bag. guess no tuner also. http://bensukulelehouse.blogspot.com/2013/...la-ukulele.html newbie here and will like to join ukulele group thx for advice! http://stores.ebay.com.my/Bruceweiart-Musi...Instrument-Shop They stated they used "Solid Koa". I believe it's not entirely valid as true Koa is indigenous to Hawaii and cutting these trees down is highly controlled, hence why actual Koa made instruments are very expensive. Reviews from those who bought from ebay is always negative. The sound quality is very bad. Its does nothing more than just to look pretty on a display shelf. Some unfortunate cases the ukulele arrived with bad wood warps. I myself have contacted brucewei, in interest of purchase. However, even though he sounded really nice and helpful I did not dealt with him. It's just too good to be true. The site you linked, carries ukulele with hallmarks of brucewei's work. On another note, Makala is reputable. Supposely the cheaper version of Kala but from personal check the price range and quality is about the same. Further discussion please check on the other ukulele thread. If you want advice on getting a beginner ukulele there's some tips and recommended shops available This post has been edited by redlyfs: Mar 21 2013, 04:59 PM |
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Mar 23 2013, 12:09 PM
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Thx redflys,
I supposed cheap things r too good to b true a Perhaps will check out samick price then. Kala for concert is priced quite high compared to makala. |
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Mar 23 2013, 12:37 PM
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QUOTE(spiderwick @ Mar 23 2013, 12:09 PM) Thx redflys, Really? I bought my Kala for around RM 250 from Ukulele Malaya. Makala is going for around the same price at The Guitar Store, Damansara Perdana.I supposed cheap things r too good to b true a Perhaps will check out samick price then. Kala for concert is priced quite high compared to makala. Anyway Samick is a good starting instrument as well. I bought a concert for around 180. It comes stringed with Aquila. One of the best strings for uke This post has been edited by redlyfs: Mar 23 2013, 12:41 PM |
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Mar 23 2013, 12:54 PM
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It costs 310 for kala-15S now. Inflation? Lol...
What do u think abt Cordoba bro? Hmm i tried my fren's soprano before, felt weird when i was holding it..too small..so most likely will look for concert size. In my list now, cordoba...samick..makala.. Kala too expensive..as for lanikai n ohana, only saw penang n mlk got it..not sure abt pricing though |
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Mar 23 2013, 01:14 PM
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Where's your location? Ukulele Malaya carries Lanikai. That time when I bought Kala the owner also have promo for lanikai. Comes with bag and tuner. Cheaper than the Kala + bag
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Mar 23 2013, 01:49 PM
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Puchong haha...batu caves too far for me
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Mar 23 2013, 04:10 PM
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QUOTE(spiderwick @ Mar 23 2013, 01:49 PM) Puchong haha...batu caves too far for me puchong? u shud go to maestro ukulele at subang usj10 there have a look.. cthry sell cordoba too.. cordoba is good, i'll say the brand in the rank of lanikai and makala |
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Mar 23 2013, 05:29 PM
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another ukulele cover from me with concert ukulele aria acu-250
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1OwTfOWxj8 This post has been edited by jiko: Mar 23 2013, 05:31 PM |
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Mar 24 2013, 11:31 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 23 2013, 04:10 PM) puchong? u shud go to maestro ukulele at subang usj10 there have a look.. cthry sell cordoba too.. cordoba is good, i'll say the brand in the rank of lanikai and makala Thx navilink! Which cordoba u recommending? 15cm or up100? Went to doremi last sat, samick did catch my eyes N there is a new brand from msia, L.Luthier, the solid top spruce sound quite nice too. |
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Mar 25 2013, 12:10 PM
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QUOTE(spiderwick @ Mar 24 2013, 11:31 PM) Thx navilink! Which cordoba u recommending? 15cm or up100? Went to doremi last sat, samick did catch my eyes i'm more tending towards 15CM.. coz it has more and better reviews out there N there is a new brand from msia, L.Luthier, the solid top spruce sound quite nice too. but that said it's just my opinion.. it's best if u can go there and try both out.. try before buy! |
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Mar 25 2013, 01:13 PM
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do you know where can find this instrument?
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Mar 26 2013, 09:14 PM
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QUOTE(jobfree2u @ Mar 25 2013, 01:13 PM) do you know where can find this instrument? Well most of the guitar store has it, and it comes relatively cheap (as long as you don't go for those high-end). =) I had mine from TGS Cheras. and then my sis bought one even from Groupon. LOL is fun to play with and very kinky.. i just love it This post has been edited by felixyukito: Mar 26 2013, 09:15 PM |
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Mar 28 2013, 12:42 AM
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u can find them in music shop. i saw a few at empire shopping mall , sj
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Mar 28 2013, 05:03 PM
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QUOTE(jobfree2u @ Mar 25 2013, 01:13 PM) do you know where can find this instrument? there is another thread here called the ukulele thread done by our helpful forummer check it out |
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Mar 28 2013, 05:03 PM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Mar 25 2013, 12:10 PM) i'm more tending towards 15CM.. coz it has more and better reviews out there noted with thx navilink. will try out before buy but that said it's just my opinion.. it's best if u can go there and try both out.. try before buy! |
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Mar 28 2013, 11:50 PM
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Part time ukulele teacher needed in Klang. Must be able to sing along, pop songs. Class start on 3rd of april, every wednesday 2:30pm-3:30pm. Kindly contact Vincent, 0166975519 or Marco, 0173683202 for more information and interview.
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Apr 14 2013, 09:48 AM
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Wanna learn to play ukulele, but i blieve it is btter to master guitar first..currently playing piano
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Sep 4 2013, 11:20 AM
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QUOTE(TAGreptiles @ Jul 27 2012, 09:37 AM) Wah where all the Uku players went? how your eddy finn tenor? is it holding okay.Anyways, i decided on the Eddy Finn EF-5. The finishing is baaadddd but it Sounds beautiful. Bought from this guy, http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2196249 does it stay in tune and i read you said the finishing is real bad give summore review bro |
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Sep 9 2013, 05:57 PM
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QUOTE(felixyukito @ Mar 26 2013, 10:14 PM) Well most of the guitar store has it, and it comes relatively cheap (as long as you don't go for those high-end). =) I had mine from TGS Cheras. and then my sis bought one even from Groupon. LOL is fun to play with and very kinky.. i just love it how much did ur sis get it from groupon. |
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Dec 19 2013, 08:18 PM
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Anyone interested to buy ukulele? Whatsapp/sms me. 0124428954.
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Dec 23 2013, 04:12 PM
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i am a guitarist and pianist
i started recently in UKULELE, but i play tab only, i have no idea how to play chord... Uku is way too loud compared to acoustic guitar... any easy songs for uku beginner? |
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Dec 23 2013, 05:30 PM
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QUOTE(superoo7 @ Dec 23 2013, 04:12 PM) i am a guitarist and pianist wah u started with tabbing instead of chords, chord supposed to be the easier one..i started recently in UKULELE, but i play tab only, i have no idea how to play chord... Uku is way too loud compared to acoustic guitar... any easy songs for uku beginner? well ukulele sound if what i call bright, which is good at least for me.. they're so many easy songs i dunno how to recommend |
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Dec 24 2013, 09:19 AM
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QUOTE(navilink @ Dec 23 2013, 05:30 PM) wah u started with tabbing instead of chords, chord supposed to be the easier one.. cuz my tutorial are in tab, and the chords are totally different from guitar.well ukulele sound if what i call bright, which is good at least for me.. they're so many easy songs i dunno how to recommend so i started with tab. |
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Oct 30 2017, 05:18 PM
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Guys, a question.
I got myself a uke and been practicing. Then i tried another uke at a beach resort and it sounded so much nicer. Deeper and prominent. Sound is distinctive between the chords. I notice the strings are more rubbery on the one i tried. Mines are just nylon. Hard and taut. Both are sopranos. Is this really due to the string differences? I googled and seems like the one i tried is using florocarbon strings This post has been edited by Musikl: Oct 30 2017, 05:22 PM |
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Nov 1 2017, 09:36 AM
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QUOTE(Musikl @ Oct 30 2017, 05:18 PM) Guys, a question. different strings effects playability ie smoothness when changing chords etc..but tone wise maybe its the wood type of the ukulele you played. perhaps its mahogany thats why you get the deep warm sound as compared to koaI got myself a uke and been practicing. Then i tried another uke at a beach resort and it sounded so much nicer. Deeper and prominent. Sound is distinctive between the chords. I notice the strings are more rubbery on the one i tried. Mines are just nylon. Hard and taut. Both are sopranos. Is this really due to the string differences? I googled and seems like the one i tried is using florocarbon strings |
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Nov 1 2017, 09:39 AM
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QUOTE(lockheed90 @ Nov 1 2017, 09:36 AM) different strings effects playability ie smoothness when changing chords etc..but tone wise maybe its the wood type of the ukulele you played. perhaps its mahogany thats why you get the deep warm sound as compared to koa Hmm in that case.WTS. Soprano uke. 3 months old. 😅😅 |
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