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Saturday, January 1, 2011

Mel Bay Fun with the Ukulele [Paperback]

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Mel Bay Fun with the Ukulele


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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic that endures, March 18, 2006


This review is from: Mel Bay Fun with the Ukulele (Paperback)

This is the book that I first used to learn chords when I was a kid. It is lean, to the point, and a great first book whether your goal is to learn the ukulele or to eventually move up to the guitar. There are many other books that are thicker, newer, and more modern. But few will kickstart the learning process like this one. Mel Bay was a master musician and a wonderful teacher. He still has much to offer.


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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners, April 17, 2009


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Great book for beginners. The CD was a must for me because the many of the songs are old enough that I didn't really know them that well or at all. Still, this book is a great learning book for the beginner.


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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good beginner's book, March 3, 2009


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I bought this to learn to play the ukelele. It is a perfect first book, as the Mel Bay's always are. I would recommend this series for any brand new instrument.


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D'Addario J53 Custom Ukulele Strings

D'Addario J53 Custom Ukulele Strings

D'Addario J53 Custom Ukulele Strings


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  • Set of four strings Musical Notes A, E, C, G -

  • Item# Diameter Tension *PL013 0.013 inch (0.33mm) 27.4 lbs (12.43 kg) *PL017 0.017 inch (0.43mm) 26.3 lbs (11.93 kg)

  • EXPPB026 - 0.026 inch (0.66mm) 35.3 lbs (16.01 kg) *EXPPB035 - 0.035 inch (0.89mm) 36.8 lbs (16.69 kg)

  • EXPPB045 - 0.045 inch (1.14mm) 34 lbs (15.42 kg) *EXPPB056 - 0.056 inch (1.42mm) 29 lbs (13.15 kg)










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D'Addario J53 sets are designed for optimum use on a Hawaiian/Concert ukulele. Each string is made from our warm sounding black nylon.

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Lanikai LU-11 Soprano Ukulele

Lanikai LU-11 Soprano Ukulele

Lanikai LU-11 Soprano Ukulele


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  • Soprano-sized ukulele--great for first-time players and multi-instrumentalists looking to expand range

  • Constructed of reddish nato wood for bright, bassy sound

  • Nato fretboard with 12 frets

  • 14-inch scale length

  • Includes instruction book










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Celebrate a place where heaven meets the ocean when you strum on this soprano ukulele (model LU-11) from Lanikai's LU series--one of its most popular and affordable ukuleles. Offering a classic, sweet island sound, it's a great choice for first-time players or for acoustic multi-instrumentalists looking to expand their tonal palette.
Lanikai LU-21 Ukulele

The LU-11 uses nato wood for top, back and side construction as well as for its fret board. Reddish nato wood, also known as eastern mahogany, is often used in more affordable guitars and ukuleles and offers many of the same acoustic properties as mahogany. This package includes an instruction booklet that will guide into a lifelong enjoyment of this instrument.

Specifications



  • Size: Standard

  • Scale length: 14 inches

  • Width at nut: 1.375 inches

  • Top construction: Nato

  • Back/side construction: Nato

  • Fret board construction: Nato

  • Frets: 12

  • Machines: Chrome/ivoroid geared

  • Binding: None


Ukulele History


The Ukulele is actually the descendant of a four-stringed musical instrument known as the machête or, less accurately, the braguinha from the Portuguese island of Madeira. There are many theories about how the ukulele got its name. The two most-circulated stories include one about an English army officer, Edward Purvis, who became quite adept at playing the machête. Because he was small and sprightly (as opposed to the markedly larger frames of the Hawaiians), he was nicknamed "Ukulele," which in Hawaiian means "jumping flea" (also translated as "bouncing Flea" or "leaping flea"). A more literal theory likens the fingers of an accomplished player flying nimbly up and down the fretboard of the machête to the movement of "jumping fleas."



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The Lu-11 is a wonderful Soprano Ukulele offered by Lanikai.. This handcrafted ukulele is made with Nato wood (otherwise known as Eastern Mahogany) on its top back and sides. This wood choice brings out a crisp texture to the sound of the instrument that is very well suited in keeping with the tradition of this instrument. With the easy playability, and included instruction booklet written by Mary Lou Dempler you will be playing in a matter of minutes. If you have never played ukulele before get ready for a world of fun. The ukulele is an addicting instrument that can and will be taken everywhere. The standard tuning on a Soprano, Concert, and Tenor ukulele is GBEA, and on a Baritone DGBE. If you can play one ukulele you can play them all! Pick up a Lanikai today and see why people are saying Lanikai Makes Me Happy! For more information about this model or Lanikai please visit www.lanikaiukes.com

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Eleuke MP3 Solid Mahogany Soprano Solid Body Electric Ukulele

Eleuke MP3 Solid Mahogany Soprano Solid Body Electric Ukulele

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Eleuke MP3 Solid Mahogany Soprano Solid Body Electric Ukulele


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  • MP3 Input, headphone output, 1/4 inch output

  • Ebony nut, Rosewood bridge/saddle

  • Aquila Strings, High Quality Gig Bag

  • 12 Fret Soprano

  • Under saddle piezo Eleuke Custom pickup










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THE ELEUKE IS a solid-body electric ukulele built to go from unobtrusive to in-your-face as the player's needs require. Features MP3 input. Nominated for Best at NAMM show. This uke comes equipped with an under-the-saddle piezo pickup and a 1/4" jack to plug into an amp, mix with effects pedals, and blast anything from punk rock songs to jazz standards to traditional ukulele ballads. For quiet practice or just some quality alone time, the EleUke features a headphone jack so the player can plug in headphones and play like nobody's listening.

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Lanikai LU-21 Soprano Ukulele

Lanikai LU-21 Soprano Ukulele

Lanikai LU-21 Soprano Ukulele


Product Features




  • Soprano-sized ukulele--great for first-time players and multi-instrumentalists looking to expand range

  • Constructed of reddish nato wood for bright, bassy sound

  • Accented with white binding

  • Rosewood fretboard with 12 frets; 14-inch scale length

  • Includes instruction book

  • Soprano Size

  • Limited Lifetime Warrnty

  • Easy Playablilty

  • Has 12 Frets










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Celebrate a place where heaven meets the ocean when you strum on this soprano ukulele (model LU-21) from Lanikai's LU series--one of its most popular and affordable ukuleles. Offering a classic, sweet island sound, it's a great choice for first-time players or for acoustic multi-instrumentalists looking to expand their tonal palette.
Lanikai LU-21 Ukulele

The LU-21 uses nato wood for top, back and side construction and rosewood for its fret board. Reddish nato wood, also known as eastern mahogany, is often used in more affordable guitars and ukuleles and offers many of the same acoustic properties as mahogany. This package includes an instruction booklet that will guide into a lifelong enjoyment of this instrument.

Specifications



  • Size: Standard

  • Scale length: 14 inches

  • Width at nut: 1.375 inches

  • Top construction: Nato

  • Back/side construction: Nato

  • Fret board construction: Rosewood

  • Frets: 12

  • Machines: Chrome/ivoroid geared

  • Binding: White


Ukulele History


The Ukulele is actually the descendant of a four-stringed musical instrument known as the machête or, less accurately, the braguinha from the Portuguese island of Madeira. There are many theories about how the ukulele got its name. The two most-circulated stories include one about an English army officer, Edward Purvis, who became quite adept at playing the machête. Because he was small and sprightly (as opposed to the markedly larger frames of the Hawaiians), he was nicknamed "Ukulele," which in Hawaiian means "jumping flea" (also translated as "bouncing Flea" or "leaping flea"). A more literal theory likens the fingers of an accomplished player flying nimbly up and down the fretboard of the machête to the movement of "jumping fleas."


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This is where it all begins - classic design and beautiful wood with attention to detail. All this at a price that will make you smile. The Lanikai LU-21 Standard Ukulele is built with nato back, sides and top and a 12 fret rosewood fretboard. This standard sized ukulele features geared tuning machines with a white body binding.

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Kala Makala Soprano Ukulele Starter Pack

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Kala Makala Soprano Ukulele Starter Pack


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  • Fantastic sound

  • MK-S Ukulele

  • UB-S Gig Bag

  • KU-PP Pitch Pipe



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Simply the best entry-level uke on the market. Sound and playability usually suffer at these affordable prices, but not with Makala. Fantastic sound and looks and easy on the wallet. Package includes: MK-S Ukulele UB-S Gig Bag, a great value and protection, 12mm padding, accessory pocket, Black Cordura material, adjustable shoulder strap. KU-PP Pitch Pipe

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Kala Makala Soprano Ukulele

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Kala Makala Soprano Ukulele


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  • Injection Molded body

  • Agathis Wood Top

  • Rosewood Fingerboard and Graphite DOLPHIN Bridge

  • Mahogany neck

  • 12 Brass Frets


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Simply the best entry level ukes on the market. Sound and playability usually suffer at these affordable prices but not with Makala. Fantastic sound and looks and easy on the wallet. Available in all sizes and multiple colors.

13-11/16 Soprano Scale (Distance from Nut toSaddle)
21 Overall body length
9-3/8 Body length
5-1/4 Upper Bout
7 Lower Bout
4-1/2 Waist
2-3/8 Body depth
1-3/8 At Nut
Fret position Marks at 5th,7th and 10th frets on neck and top of fingerboard
Geared tuners

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