10 x Tenor Ukulele Comparison Video

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

17:07 - I incorrectly describe the wood on this Ukulele as being Hawaiian Koa when it is in fact 'Formosan Koa'. Both woods are types of Acacia, we were thrown off by L Luthiers product information when they first arrived and this has only just recently come to our attention. Apologies

[@4stringboy]

This is my favourite tv show, Alex playing every Uke and talking bout em. Happy place 🥰

[@marj1585]

Same here ❤️

[@patrickkelly7085]

i joined your channel expecting just to dip and go, but your enthusiasm for the instruments you are describing is infectious, you obviously enjoy your work and besides being entertained I was educated thank you.

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Wow, thank you!

[@libelle8124]

I have decided to get the Kay KTI-90 later this month from you. I'm a total beginner and apart from a set of Maracas this will be my first musical instrument. I like the extra sound hole, as I'd only be playing for myself anyway. The price is affordable. Something really cheap would probably frustrate me and put me off forever. Watched a lot of your videos and being a late 50-year old just over 5 foot woman, I think the concert size is ok.

[@wylancslass]

Hi Alex, could you do this video again putting a low G on each instrument?! (I'm just kidding ... hahaha!!!!) Fabulously informative video as always. My favs are the Millar and the L.Luthier. Thank you again so much for taking the time to do these videos for us. Hope you are having a great day! x

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Love the comment... my heart sunk when I read it haha

[@wylancslass]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore Hahaha!

[@paul_mitchener_ukulele]

I get a kick seeing “my” Millar ukulele in one of these videos - I like the description of the tone as piano-like. It’s a wonderful instrument - comfortable, and beautiful looking and sounding. Though my goodness it really needed the string change I gave it today; the old strings were not a pretty sight. That’s what happens I suppose after lots of playing. Anyway, thanks - it’s informative to see what’s going on across a big price range, and an epic ten ukulele video must be a lot of work, which I appreciate.

[@mikek4708]

Nice one Alex. Each uke was totally different. Agree with the Kanile’a being volcanic. Looks like molten magma frozen in time. Ironic it’s Hawaiian. Have a great weekend.

[@marimaeabreu]

Great comparison video Alex. So many great ukes, but the Bamboo one took me by surprise!

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

You and me both! It's thick!

[@marimaeabreu]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore sure is!

[@davidpray]

Fantastic comparison and so informative Alex ⭐️🏆⭐️🏆

[@StevenDoyleLuke]

Love the creative left hand playing . . . I like the Flight and the Millar

[@super-markio]

One of the best comparison tubers

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

💪 😊 thanks

[@peteNsims]

Hi Alex …. Thanks mate for the work you put into your videos … it’s great to see the variety of ukuleles … does terrible things to my UAS …. a suggestion … could you please identify the strings on each ukulele as part of your commentary … cheers from Oz

[@edwardpetersen4309]

Man, it's not even fair. That Kanilea sounds head and shoulders above all the others on this presentation . . . at least what I can glean from the video's sound quality. Might be different in real time and space. They are all beauties though. One comment about Ponos; they all sound great and the build quality is first class. But their nut width is too narrow for me. I realize that it's a personal preference. I like a wide, flatter neck dimension. Thanks for the vid.

[@coastukulele]

thanks. this was really to fun watch!

[@jeffwatson4908]

You are clearly right about how more affordable ukuleles are improving to respond to competitors and narrow the gap with higher priced models. At what point do manus hurt their higher end sales with their own offering? Regardless the Kanilea was a clear winner but Millar and L luthier are not far behind if sound is the chief criteria. But that Kanilea is truly a work of art. Sigh.

[@usernamemykel]

I feel your pain, Jeff, as I've only two Kanile'as. "Can't have enough..." James Hill

[@MattyUkulele]

Just an FYI. The L Luthier is made of "Formosan Koa" not Hawaiian koa. A different species of acacia. That's why it's more affordable than Hawaiian koa instruments.

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Handy to know, we are not big fans of people banding around the word Koa incorrectly so il he sure to update the listings tomorrow too. Thanks

[@christopherconlogue5373]

It’s still a fantastic value. I own one and absolutely love it.

[@alexliver]

Flight Fireball blows me away every time I hear it

[@usernamemykel]

THANK YOU! For showing up without the ping-pong hat. ; )

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Huh?

[@usernamemykel]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore Alex, you usually wear your ping pong hat, here you are not. Are you not familiar with ping pong?

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

I am, I was just wondering why you would be so passionate that it was a good thing I don't wear a hat.

[@usernamemykel]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore No, Alex, not passionate. Just a bit curious that so many (usually guitar) players wear hats while performing, why wear hats indoors where they're certainly not needed, and perhaps why one wouldn't want to put a bit of shape into the bill of his baseball-type hat. Just curious, not fault-finding or passionate at all. What would be the shipping charge for a L Luthier "KOA" S to Florida, USA? Thanks for the great, informative videos!

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Shipping would be £69.50.

[@marj1585]

Hi Alex, given what you were saying recently about the availability of good mango, are we looking at the end of the Fireball?

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

I doubt it but its entirely possible the price will jump up suddenly.

[@bretonmarc3034]

Hello Alex, i'm trying too know wich between Nighthawk concert or the Enya Feathersolid Maghoany would and Flight Fire ball be the best Uk too purchase !! I'm playing lots of pearl jam song .. love too jam ..more smooth rock song ! Thanks for help

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Go for one of the Flights... the feather is a bit of a gamble.

[@thebovrilhater]

Hi Alex. Could you do the same video but with 10 sopranos? They seem to be losing their popularity and need a boost. Thank you.

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

Do I have to? 😆 I plan on doing one this month once koaloha Royal pikkake ukes come but its a bit of a chore because nobody watches my soprano videos and the people who do complain when the uke goes out of stock and is hard to get again. 😅

[@thebovrilhater]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore do you have 10 sopranos ukes in store? It does seem that stores and makers seen to be focusing more on tenor and concert ukes these days. Obviously you have to stock what sells best, but most ukulele players only play first position chords so what is the advantage of owning a tenor uke? Don't say more room on the fretboard please. 🙂 Keep up the good work Alex. I'm a regular viewer and I do appreciate all your videos.

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

@@thebovrilhater We have 38 different sopranos in store right now. The advantage of a Tenor ukulele is added sustain, depth and more dynamics from the instrument itself (most of the time).

[@jellybeengood]

Okay, twist my arm and force the Kanilea into my free hand. And if it's not too much trouble, leave me the L Luthier as a gesture of goodwill.

[@paulinasobiesiak1497]

Tell me people please 🙏 which one is better in your opinion: Koaloha Opio Kto-10 tenor or Millar Jumbo JA-260G? Price is similar. Both acacia.

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

The Millar in all honesty.

[@paulinasobiesiak1497]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore perfect! Another question. I'm playing 1 year. I'm not so bad but not perfect as well. At the moment Im playing on the Korala UKC-750. Action strumming was too high so I had the strings lowered. No is not so bad but still I have problem with first fret. My question is how look action strumming in model jumbo ja-260g? Is this model suitable for a person still learning to play or more advanced? What kind of strings are you recommend? I'm using at the moment d'addario fluorocarbon and I'm happy but I didn't try all options. I will be happy if you answer. I'm almost sure that I want this model of ukulele :)

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

There is no straightforward answer because everybody is different. I would say that as instruments get better, they should only feel more refined and comfortable. I believe your current uke has a 35mm nut width too so this should feel familiar. The factory strings on the Jumbo millars are Daddario Fluorocarbons. I would recommend these or high tension uke logic strings to get the richer, deeper sound.

[@paulinasobiesiak1497]

@@SouthernUkuleleStore yes, my uku has 35mm. I'm very thankful for you answers and help. I'm sure that I will buy from your shop this ukulele but I need few months for saving money. I will want pick up as well. I saw on your website two options passive and active. Active recommend so probably I will take. Could you give me suggestions for any small but good quality amplifier?

[@SouthernUkuleleStore]

I recommend the blackstar acoustic core 30... we don't currently sell them but its the best cheap amp out there in my opinion.