Got A Ukulele Reviews - Mahimahi MS-7M Soprano Ukulele

[@adobbs92117]

Maybe it’s me. But as I get older I’m caring less how a instrument looks and just wanting it sound great !! This sounds great ! Being in the USA I’m jealous you get these and we don’t. Lol. I’m hoping they make their way across the pond. Thanks Barry.

[@GotAUkulele]

Totally agree Andy!

[@lesliehardgrove6372]

@@GotAUkulele Is there any vendor in the UK that will ship to USA?

[@GotAUkulele]

@@lesliehardgrove6372 You'd have to contact the store direct - there isn't a vendor for these in the UK!

[@michellezalph2281]

Thank you Barry. It's great seeing your enthusiasm for this ukulele. I agree, it sounds great!

[@GotAUkulele]

I love it!

[@bonniedavidson936]

I actually found myself liking it more than I expected to. Sounds great !

[@eiriniv.4380]

Gorgeous in its simplicity 💜 thanks for the review, the sound is amazing!!

[@GotAUkulele]

You are so welcome!

[@gethinap]

Remarkable value for money

[@GotAUkulele]

Oh indeed - all the money gone into just making it sound and play good. No arguments from me.

[@partyontheobjective]

That's an astounding value to price ratio. And yeah, this ukulele sounds wonderful! Only thing though, 34 mm nut width? A bit narrow for me unfortunately. I get the very flat profile helps, but it really could be a bit more roomy. It's weird, seeing this sort of build and material quality paired with such a narrow nut width.

[@GotAUkulele]

I’m usually fussy on nut widths / profile, but I’d buy this one

[@kharmaviv]

I wish I could get a hold of that one. My first experience with a soprano is the Enya Nova U Mini, which I am enjoying very much. Perhaps that's why I have been soaking up everything I can about soprano scale ukuleles lately. I have been thinking about getting a nice one that I can afford. It's wonderful hearing great sounding sopranos. I am getting tired of seeing articles refer to them as toys and/or great for kids and beginners with small hands. Yes, I have small hands, but that should not matter. I've learned, through your videos and articles about quality soprano scale ukuleles. Even my local music shop have Sopranos that are more entry level and advertised for children. Their concert and tenor sizes are mid to upper range. I understand that the smaller size MAY BE better for smaller hands, but violins (which I practiced for many years) also have very small spacing between strings and they don't advertise them as made for children, yet children do practice violin. They do not advertise pianos as made for children, yet children practice on them as well. So why do I see so many soprano ukuleles advertised as made for children? I'm sure I can try out the concert sizes and ask my music store to order the soprano scale. It would just be nice to be able to try out the actual ukulele I would buy first. 🎶

[@kharmaviv]

I hope you have a wonderful time with family. 😃

[@GotAUkulele]

I believe they ship most places by mail order.

[@wynnriemusic8941]

What a cute little heavy hitter :-p love the punchy traditional sound!

[@GotAUkulele]

Yep - exactly what a soprano should be!

[@Buttonstastica]

Thank you Barry, another great review. Cheers!

[@GotAUkulele]

Thanks Andrew!

[@tommorrisey3999]

And it still drives me crazy that they apparently think “Mahi-mahi” is Hawaiian for the dolphin mammal. It is actually the name given to the dolphin fish. The two look completely different. Come to think of it, it would look less dorky if they used the fish.

[@GotAUkulele]

To be fair to them - they do own up to that screw up on their website!

[@stuartmccrea]

That’s definitely going on my wish list & recommendation list. Seems like a wee beaut that will just keep getting better. Nice one 👍

[@GotAUkulele]

No brainer!

[@lesliehardgrove6372]

I'm here in the USA and was able to get one through Spain shipped easily and cheaply to the West Coast. Feels, looks, and sounds great. Best little saprano I have to be honest.

[@GotAUkulele]

Great to hear!

[@carolf7095]

Hello, I am new to your channel. I really liked the Mahimahi MS-7M you reviewed. I am taking classes soon and hoping I can afford one of these. I can't afford a real expensive one. Please let me know do you ever sell these. I am so impressed with the sound of this one. I can't wait to start my lessons soon, and after hearing you play this one I loved it. I am taking these free lessons so I can bring music into my husbands heart as he has a terminal illness and music soothes the soul as they say. Thank you for making these videos. Carol

[@GotAUkulele]

Thanks Carol

[@chrisbirrane6071]

Sounds amazing and the price is frankly unbelievable. I want one! Thanks for another great review. 👍

[@GotAUkulele]

Thank you Chris!

[@gato7908]

I agree if it's solid mahogany, it's beautiful as is, you dont really need to do anything to embellish it. But it's a very competitive market, and ukulele makers probably feel like they need to do something different to attract people's attention. And most beginners I think buy based on looks rather than sound or other more relevant factors.

[@GotAUkulele]

I’d always take sound and playability first - every time

[@gato7908]

@@GotAUkulele it's funny what you said about sopranos too, because I feel exactly the same way. I started on soprano, then moved to tenors for the obvious reasons, longer scale and more fretboard space, but lately I've returned to mostly playing the soprano. There's just something special about the soprano, and never fails to put a smile on my face 😁

[@joephillips4082]

An astonishing value proposition. I have a laminate at (originally) around that price point, and I have an S-1. I enjoy both, but this is an amazing instrument without compromises. I wish I could check it out in the U.S.

[@1viva]

I LOVE your reviews Barry!!! BECAUSE you are always objective. You were right on when you reviewed the Kiwaya KS5. Bought it a few years back and it still is my favorite. Thanks to you. :-)

[@GotAUkulele]

Thank you Mario! And best wishes!

[@1viva]

@@GotAUkulele 🧡🧡

[@chuckvt5196]

Beautiful sounding and plain, but simple and effective! Great review, Baz! Bias alert: I really like the tenor scale ukulele, but I can appreciate a classic looking and sounding soprano! Have a great Holiday!

[@GotAUkulele]

Thank you kindly!

[@joeobyrne3189]

Yes, very impressive. Wow what value too.

[@marieandersson6655]

Thanks for a nice and cheerful review! I got impressed by this mahi mahi. It reminds a lot of a model purchased by GEWA/VGS, wich I have. No blings but pure and true ukulele ❤️

[@GotAUkulele]

Thanks for sharing

[@paul_mitchener_ukulele]

The tone reminds me of my Cort soprano (which is oh so very playable). What a bargain. Thanks for the review!

[@GotAUkulele]

I know what you mean - those Corts are superb too!

[@philbell8979]

I bought this Mahimahi MS-7M Soprano after Baz's review. I've been wanting to buy a higher end price Soprano, and thought for the money this would be worth trying. Over 6 months, it is regularly my "go to ukulele " in my collection. Don't know why, but I love it. Excellent intonation and Soprano sound. I agree the nut width is not huge, but I can adjust my style to it when I pick this uke up. I've yet to try a higher end price Soprano uke, and look forward to comparing to the Mahimahi one day. Soooooo many ukes to try !!! Think my attention will move towards a higher end price Tenor next year though. I played a £££ Tenor this year and liked it.

[@GotAUkulele]

Yep - I think they are great!

[@cazhowe737]

I love this one! Thanks for reviews

[@GotAUkulele]

My pleasure!

[@BlessYourHeart254]

Must be good if it makes Baz giggle like a kid on Christmas morning 🤭

[@mikek4708]

Great review. Totally surprised at sustain on this soprano. Price is also a shocker. Would love to hear a comparison to others in that price range. Logo and staining of neck a side. Possibly a little gem. I don’t even have a soprano anymore and this makes me regret giving mine away. Have a good week.

[@GotAUkulele]

I'd happily own this one!

[@joephillips4082]

Mike you MUST have a soprano! It's what keeps me honest as a ukulele player.

[@mikek4708]

@@joephillips4082 your probabley right. This one did sound great for the money and may give me more access to original tunes. Advice noted. Have a good week.

[@drpkmurphy]

Really nice soprano! Plain but has all you need. Excellent price. Not much to say I love sopranos and I love this one. Thanks .. I like this one as you do… DOC

[@ukuleleplein]

nice uke! ;) nice to see your face playing this soprano

[@GotAUkulele]

Thanks! 😃

[@SlaughteredDecay]

Just the way I like my ukuleles: a plain soprano with a good sound

[@GotAUkulele]

Ditto!

[@nelsonnichols922]

For me it is all about the sound and playability, looks are secondary. And sopranos are the rhythm backbone. When most people think of ukulele, it's the strumming of a soprano that they are thinking of.

[@GotAUkulele]

Quite!

[@nickiemcnichols5397]

It’s almost akin to a Timms soprano. For a lot less jingle from the pocket.

[@GotAUkulele]

Know what you mean!

[@pixpusher]

I don't get the lack of side dots. Who looks at the front of these while they play? Time to bring out the sharpie.

[@GotAUkulele]

Never understand it!

[@DMonteverdi]

A beautiful ukulele shows what it's all about... Great review (again)! Do You know if they make them in Tenor-scale?

[@GotAUkulele]

Not in this style, but they do make tenors

[@hildev84]

As far as I know these come on all ukulele sizes, soprano to baritone! I actually have a baritone of this on the way ordered because of this review. Very excited!

[@pedrosanchezpalma4443]

Many thanks for your review. I have just bought this. What is the name of the song you play with fingerpicking ? Would like to learn it :)

[@GotAUkulele]

See links below each video!

[@usernamemykel]

So Barry, based upon your fluorocarbon research, Seaguar 30# will be fine for E & A, while Seaguar 80# will be fine for C and low G on my tenor ukes, is that correct? (They're in my Amazon cart now - just need to verify before the price increases (again). Thanks!

[@GotAUkulele]

I tend to try to keep away from telling people ‘this will work’ as it’s a very personal thing on how they feel in fingers. Really needs experimentation

[@usernamemykel]

@@GotAUkulele Thank you, BazMaz.

[@maxshylov5873]

Hi, Barry, thanks for your review, this uke is great for its price. Are there any plans for reviewing two Flight soprano ukuleles: Flight DUS450 Mango and Flight MUS2 Mahogany? I guess it might be interesting because they cost almost the same amount of money but the first one is a laminate instrument and the second one is an all-solid instrument. One brand, different series, different materials, the same price.

[@GotAUkulele]

Nothing in the pipeline with Flight, but you never know - badger them to send me one!!

[@markattardo]

Very impressive soprano for the money!

[@GotAUkulele]

Extremely!

[@richardsnow7299]

Wow what a sound. This is fantastic. How many sopranos do you own Barry?

[@GotAUkulele]

Two!

[@rjejames28]

Will you review to the new lattice braced tenor master series pono line, the one from Hawaiian music supply?

[@GotAUkulele]

Hoping to!

[@rjejames28]

@@GotAUkulele I saw a couple videos with them they look interesting.

[@kharmaviv]

??... it's summer, it's hot and humid where I live, and it will take time before it arrives. I feel it would be best for the instrument if I wait (to order) until the weather cools down. I know it's a newbie question, but I really would appreciate knowing. Am I being over cautious, or is patience a good idea given the circumstances? I would hate to find out that this beautiful solid wood instrument became warped during travel. 😖

[@GotAUkulele]

It's a bit more complicated than that - who is the dealer - where is the dealer based - what is their storage like, how long will it be in travel? Where will it be stored by couriers etc etc etc.. Impossible to answer

[@kharmaviv]

@@GotAUkulele thank you for giving me food for thought. I would order from the link provided on your review. I think I will wait, as I have had multiple problems with packages getting lost, delayed, and/or crushed, even with the "Musical Instrument, Handle With Care" label. 😔

[@GotAUkulele]

@@kharmaviv The link I provided is for the ACTUAL STORE than carry these - so can't think of a better place to buy from to be honest..

[@kharmaviv]

@@GotAUkulele Thank you so much! I ordered the MS-7M from Mercatino Dell' Ukulele. (They lowered the price of this ukulele, and the difference practically covered the shipping cost). Its traveling to the US, and I'm excited for when it arrives. Very happy to have a quality soprano at a price that works for me. I am so grateful. 😊🎶 UPDATE: I was so worried about shipping, the weather, and how far it had to travel, but it came sooner than expected, and I received automatic text alerts tracking the package. I am loving it! Thank you for your reviews and for taking the time to answer my questions. I am so happy with this ukulele. 🎉🎶😁💜🤙

[@ericksukery5639]

I wonder if there will be a way to buy that baby in Mexico... cheers 💚

[@GotAUkulele]

I believe the store ship worldwide

[@aaronkahn-bork1120]

Any idea who’s building it for them?

[@GotAUkulele]

not sure - reminiscent of the same factory Ohana use - some of there other models share a lot with those.

[@coolbudukeforever7305]

Very good indeed... should be nicer with fluorocarbon i guess... awesome price!!!! Thx Baz

[@GotAUkulele]

I think so too!

[@ThelPic]

Hi, thanks for your work. I am a total beginner and looking for my first ukulele. I am oriented towards a MahiMahi starter kit with a concert mc-st2. Is there someone that has it or tried it? Impressions? Thank you

[@GotAUkulele]

not me i'm afraid

[@ThelPic]

@@GotAUkulele no problem, was more of an appeal to the community 😉

[@patrickkerns2022]

these look identical to the ohana but the sounds samples sound better not sure why or my ears are getting old lol they ship to usa.but maybe the ohana are the same not sure thanks for the review

[@GotAUkulele]

Same factory line I believe

[@billyaitken7461]

Punching above it’s weight 😮👍.

[@GotAUkulele]

Certainly is!

[@stuartgriffin3903]

Love it ! So bland and plain looking I could eat it ! But not keen on the sardine logo on the headstock 🤔 why ?

[@GotAUkulele]

Long story - they chose the name Mahimahi which is the name for the dolphin fish - but being Italian the translation was lost and they thought it was an actual dolphin. Their website puts up a very humble 'we messed up' explanation which i find kind of cute - they didn't double down - though they did stick with the dolphin!

[@AntonellaFrancesca]

@@GotAUkulele MAybe future incarnations will have the fish and all who own the dolphin one will be millionaires!

[@ukeleleEric]

Shame I don't need another soprano. The plain-ness doesn't bother me - I can take either, but: Soprano - tick, slot bridge - tick, sounds good - tick, in my budget - tick, one in - one policy enforced by my wife - ah - existing soprano good, and no other one I'd give up for this... oh, dear, well, we can but dream ...