For the folks in Europe (EU), the RightOn straps are made in Spain so they may be readily available and at a good price. The strap can be worn over the opposite shoulder, especially helpful if you hold the ukulele at a higher angle. Due to a sensitive neck (herniated discs, etc.), I preferred the double hook with strap across the back because the single hook straps focus the weight on the back of the neck.

To me the mahogony sounds the most mellow. And koa sounds brighter than mahogony. The spruce sounds very responsive and punchy with more sustain. I like the mahohony the best. A lot of great ukuleles are made of solid mahogony and I think with good reason. It seems to suit the instrument very well.

Ahhhhhhhh. You rock :)

hows the action on the flea uke could you let me know thanks

So much difference between the two! The Outdoor sounded more like a traditional uke, with its bright, somewhat twangy sound. The Waterman was really quite mellow, maybe too much so. But what bothered me was the intonation issue as you worked your way up the fretboard on the Waterman. That would make me crazy. Speaking of frets, I'm actually eyeing the Enya Nova U Mini (sort of a soprano), because it actually has 17 frets, which I would find very useful for a few songs. I prefer the traditional appearance of these, honestly. But I don't know, I can't see laying out more money for a knockaround uke than I paid for both of my "real" ukes. I got good deals on them, but still.

just beautiful. you made it so real. Such a beautiful voice.

Charming video. love your singing and playing style.

Visually, from the start, I took the one on the left to be the expensive one, as did others. But we're not looking at it up close or holding it so we don't know what's wood and what's plastic, for example. So kudos to Kmise for making a ukulele that at least looks nice! And more than that, one that is playable. Just an aside: there are not many instruments - except maybe a recorder, or a harmonica, both of which are far more limited in the range of musical expression than a ukulele - where you can get something that is a genuine musical instrument, that you can play, and make real music with, for fifty bucks. When you think about what goes into making a musical instrument, which requires some degree of precision and art and craft, and takes a certain amount of time, and it has to be packaged and delivered, it is utterly mind-boggling that this can be done for $50. End of spiel. Back to the main story. Ok, look. The expensive one sounds better. It is more "precise." Has more depth of flavor, to borrow a culinary term. It gives each string the agency to act on its own, rather than becoming sort of a mishmash of sounds. It's like the difference between a mattress with individual pocket springs, like the ones they advertise with a glass of wine not being spilled when someone lays down on the other side of the mattress, and an old-school mattress, where the springs are clustered under the whole surface, so that when one person moves, the other person feels it. The expensive ukulele is the pocket-coil mattress. Is it worth it? Yes, to someone who can afford it. But it depends on what you're after. I currently have two ukuleles, a concert size that is rather mellow and calming, and a soprano, that's much more perky and lively. I love them both. And I'm shopping for the next three, of course. I paid about $100 for each of the two I have currently, and both were bought second hand. I'd prefer to stick to pre-owned instruments. It's nice to have one with some music already preloaded. :) I'm a life-long musician, but only about an 8 month ukulele player. I say: get the best instrument you can afford, and go for it. Watch a ton of videos before you buy one, so at least you'll learn what they are saying about each one. Patterns will emerge. Then go to Amazon, go to eBay, go to Reverb, check local listings (like craigslist). Try to play some in person at a store, if there is one nearby. There's nothing like getting your hands on a think to tell you whether you like it or not! But do it. Expect to be frustrated! Expect for your fingers to hurt a bit! Expect not to be as good at it as you thought you'd be. But practice, a little every day, and be patient. If you get 1% better at it every day you practice, and you practice every day, you'll be noticeably better after a month. You need to keep your eye on the horizon. Keep practicing. It is amazing to watch and hear what happens.

Video quality could have been better btw thanku for your review loved it 💕

This comparison is not very useful as the sound difference is caused mainly by differences in microphone distance and positioning respect with the sound source.. If you want to do a fair comparison you need to take measures and make sure everything is as similar as possible..

Nice. It sounds good!

I'm generally not the biggest fan of the Nylguts, but I have to admit they sound a bit rounder to me for this particular uke . . . . Thanks for posting!!

Are you the sister of Joe Bonamassa ?

Would not touch Aquila Red. Notorious for breaking even when initial tuning

Akila do not match

You ought to only do reviews if you have all the information, and have the correct information.

This was really helpful, thank you! I've played soprano/concert ukes for years and I've been thinking I'd like to add baritone. A music store chain near me is going out of business (😢) and everything is on sale. After watching this, I definitely feel like it's time to take the plunge!

Those are great places to buy great ukuleles. But, unfortunately they are over my pricepoint of < $100. The Makala Dolfins are fine, but I don't consider them appropriate for a senior adult.

Play that funky music white girl!

I love the sound of these. It has that sort of high pitch resonance singing sort of sound that originally attracted me to soprano uke but stronger. If I had one I would just play it like a regular ukulele.

I'm not sure why you call the strings more like an acoustic guitar. The bass strings of a classical guitar are always metal wound (just as with a ukulele).

Stock strings much brighter. Reds more "loose" guitar sound, like floppy strings.

Loved it! So proud of you ❤

looking good and sounding good young lady

00:42 Hello You Beautiful Thing 4:32 Naturally* 8:13 None of My Business* 12:20 No Moon at All 14:50 Sweet child of Mine 20:50 Find Yourself 25:30 Uncomfortable* 29:47 The Middle 33:33 Better Not* 36:35 The Space Within 40:58 Standing on a Planet* 44:19 More Yopp*

4:53 I liked the mahogany the best on most of your samples!

0:47 In the world of mandolins - they traditionally put maple back and sides with a spruce top! 😀

Martin’s for me… much more brighter. 😀🥳

You are so lucky. We have no Caramel guitar in India.

Thank you so much! I was able to purchase the RightOn! strap from Reverb. The cost is $39 plus tax.

Hi @GirlMeetsUke, I AM SO HAPPY I CLICKED ON YOUR CHANNEL!!! I LOVE THIS VIDEO! It’s just the information I was searching for & I love your sing along tutorial!!! I just attended a Uke meet up & they handed me a uke to use & we played & sang that Wagon Wheel song among others! NEW SUBSCRIBER HERE searching for my new uke!!! ❤ PS, I love your voice, you can really sing!!! And my favorite is the baritone! I’ve always wanted to learn to play guitar so I am definitely getting the baritone uke at some point! I want all 4 of them!!! 😂

I approached the baritone ukulele (and music) from an opposite angle than yourself. but… glad to have found you!

I think the Oscar Schmidt definitely sounds better, but the Kmise also sounds great for the price.

Thanks for the review.

did you seal any?

I was always cautious about painting a ukulele … thought it might affect the sound. Any info out there?

It’s hard to compare when the strings are on different ukes.

Aquila is like saying kleenex, people are probably going to pick it no matter what, but titanium will work for me on my Kala baritone uke !

Thanks so much for this. I'm experimenting!

Great tips and lovely playing.

Why didn't you put the last one on the bottom of the heel as well, like you did the 2nd one? That seems like the best option without any twisting & cleanest look.

looking and sounding good young lady

Great concert! Thanks for posting.

I heard Denise ask if she could put her name on all the raffle tickets 😂❤

I'm enjoying the drumming in this one!

I love this song and that it goes with my Jodi Damon Dyes logo shirt. ❤

😂😂😂❤

I like your words of wisdom and this song. 😊

That looks and sounds beautiful! I love my Mainlands but I don't have a baritone yet. 🙂

I like that one, especially since I saw the video about the process of writing it.