I have been wanting to learn a stringed instrument for some time now, but I can't really afford a harp or a guitar like I would prefer so I was thinking a ukelele. Since they are small, cheaper and I saw a cute book for 60s songs on them. I even found a place on-line for downloading free how to play them books. So here is the thing...how do I pick one that I can afford but isn't just 'pretty' for the wall? thanks bb Delfynasa
go for one that doesnt have a picture of bart simpson on Are you shopping on the net? Best way is to just pick it up liek
I have been looking on e-bay mostly, but also a hawaiian shop and musicians friend.....those are all on-line....guess I should go check out the local music places(but they are more expensive) but I do know I do NOT want a bart simpson one! oh gag! thanks!! bb Delfynasa
There is a ukulele from ebay hanging on my wall, secondhand though but good quality. if you really want to play the instrument.Make sure the tuning pegs arent slippy
I've been playing for two years now on a $20 ukulele I got off the internet. No one can tell the difference. Here's a ukulele. I can't find the one I bought. They might not have the same deal for it anymore. Good luck with your future ukulele-ing!
since ukuleles are such small instruments you need to get a well crafted one to get the right sound and feel. go Bushman. i can't stress enough that you REAALLY get what you pay for when buying a ukulele. there are two levels of uke it seems ...toy and instrument. which one are you going to settle for. PS-i'm a music snob. this comes from the music teacher in me. just buy something worth more than $30, it wont be a toy and it'll be worth that much more to you for it's craftsmanship.
Well, I don't have much money at the moment so I was thinking $30-50 or so....less would be nice but I don't want to get junk and be disappointed..... thanks for all the imput and one more question how can you tell if the tuning pegs are slippy? peace, Delfynasa
I just bought one yesterday, its a 'makala' it cost aroung £25.00 but its so cool,I never even picked one up before. I love the sound of it its wicked....currently my new fave toy!
hiii i play the uke, and it's so much fun... all i play is 60s tunes, you'll always find me strumming a beatles chord. it's easy. just get a cheap maholo one at first, and its simple to teach yourself online. best of luck<3 peace
I've always wanted to pick up the ukulele. I figured I'd try to be a sick guitar player first since I already have a couple guitars.
do they show up in your area pawnshops? check out the Pineapple Flea. About $200 but a VERY nice instrument.
Perhaps mandolin might be a good choice.its small portable,and they sound great.plus you can get a good one cheap(try classifieds)
If you like ukulele, check out www.myspace.com/jaaaaaaa. Julia Nunes is awesome. I'd really like to learn to play, too. Good luck!
My brother is nominating me for a free ukulele at this web site run by the luthier. He gives away one of his specially made ukes every month. It would be so cool to win. My bro will be happy too as all as I don't play "tip toe through the tulips"! peace, Delfynasa
