A customer wrote to me asking to explain Hi g and Low G tuning.
"Hi Gillian,
Thanks for visiting my site and for the email
Re Hi G and Low G setup,
It is referring to how people would like their strings.
Some people prefer the standard re Entrant Tuning, ie the g and A strings are thin, and the C and E strings are thick,
this is whats generally called a "High G tuning"
The other string tuning is Linear tuned, ie the A is the thinnest, the E thicker, the C thicker again and the G thicker again, also called Low G Tuning.
Both are used with standard ukulele Chords, so no re learning,
but the real difference is the Low G string provides a BIG Bass tone,
where as on the High G tuning its so much more jangly and trebly sounding (The C string is as low as it goes in Bass tone).
Ukuleles generally come standard as High g Tuning, but it is a very popular option to restring for Low G Tuning.
Just sold my last Concert so I am currently out of stock, but that should be rectified within the next month when another shipment arrives at the Aussie Wholesaler.
Cheers CC
Monday, 11 August 2014
Wednesday, 23 July 2014
Kala Ukulele Unveils New Ukuleles, Guitarlele, and Tenor Guitar.
Kala Unveils New Ukuleles, Guitarlele, and Tenor Guitar.
http://youtu.be/nScjAW8s9uE?list=UUfL7bNcUwE6-d79M39v5zYg
Ukuleles and guitars come in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes the two are merged to make instruments that don’t fit squarely in either category.
KA-GL-KOA ( 6 STRING GUITARLELE )Solid Spruce top
Koa back and sides
Mahogany binding and Rosette
Slotted headstock with Koa cap
Grover tuners
Tuned ADGCEA
Satin Finish
KA-GTR ( TENOR GUITAR )
Solid Spruce Top
Rosewood back and sides
Slotted Headstock
Grover Tuners
Want to hear it? Check out this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcrBRL9cuuU
From NAMM SHOWKoa back and sides
Mahogany binding and Rosette
Slotted headstock with Koa cap
Grover tuners
Tuned ADGCEA
Satin Finish
KA-GTR ( TENOR GUITAR )
Solid Spruce Top
Rosewood back and sides
Slotted Headstock
Grover Tuners
Want to hear it? Check out this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcrBRL9cuuU
http://youtu.be/nScjAW8s9uE?list=UUfL7bNcUwE6-d79M39v5zYg
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Friday, 11 July 2014
Convert your Baritone ukulele from DGBE tuning to GCEA tuning and use all the normal chord shapes you know and love.
Baritone, all solid mahogany, I re glued bridge. Sanded Up a New saddle to suit and restrung it with Aquila Baritone GCEA strings.
NOTE ON TUNING: Yes normally a Bari is tuned DGBE in the same pitch as a regular guitar, in effect a guitar with 2 strings (E and A) missing. This means you have to use different chord shapes to regular ukulele.
The Aquila set I use are calibrated to come to pitch at the higher voiced gCEA ukulele tuning. Thus you can use all the normal Ukulele Chord Shapes you know and love.
Normal baritone strings will snap if you try to tune them 4 steps higher.
But the customer wanted Low G Tuning, so I use the CEA strings from the Aquila set and instead of the hi g string that comes in the set I use a different string to get a low G tuning.
NOTE ON TUNING: Yes normally a Bari is tuned DGBE in the same pitch as a regular guitar, in effect a guitar with 2 strings (E and A) missing. This means you have to use different chord shapes to regular ukulele.
The Aquila set I use are calibrated to come to pitch at the higher voiced gCEA ukulele tuning. Thus you can use all the normal Ukulele Chord Shapes you know and love.
Normal baritone strings will snap if you try to tune them 4 steps higher.
But the customer wanted Low G Tuning, so I use the CEA strings from the Aquila set and instead of the hi g string that comes in the set I use a different string to get a low G tuning.
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Saturday, 5 July 2014
New Facebook Page devoted to Ohana Ukulele Lovers in Australia.
New Facebook Page devoted to Ohana Ukulele Lovers in Australia.
Open for public posts, so post your Ohana Pictures, Videos, Reviews.
Like Ohana ukuleles?
Well I do and as I sell them here in OZ, thought it was about time I gave their range of Ukuleles some love.
So here is my Ohana in OZ fan page, its open for public posts, so post your Ohana Pictures, Videos, Reviews.
https://www.facebook.com/OhanaUkuleleAustralia
Open for public posts, so post your Ohana Pictures, Videos, Reviews.
Like Ohana ukuleles?
Well I do and as I sell them here in OZ, thought it was about time I gave their range of Ukuleles some love.
So here is my Ohana in OZ fan page, its open for public posts, so post your Ohana Pictures, Videos, Reviews.
https://www.facebook.com/OhanaUkuleleAustralia
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Thursday, 12 June 2014
Ohana SK-10S Soprano Entry Level Ukulele Designed in California and Manufactured in China punches well above its weight class
Ohana SK-10S Soprano Ukulele |
$70 AUD
+ FREE Postage in Australia.
+ FREE Set-Up
A lot of the "starter" Ukuleles can be left wanting for tone and playability, and I find that many people who get the ukulele bug can easily "out grow" their first ukulele and start looking for something that sounds better in the Intermediate category of $100 plus Ukes.
At $70 Aussie dollars it would be a mistake to dismiss the little SK-10S as 'just another beginner uke" because this entry level Ohana Soprano actually sounds nice and is inviting to play.
Punching well above its weight class it easily straddles the beginner / intermediate line, a world away from the cheap toy ukes.
It may be Ohanas entry level student soprano Ukulele but they got the SK-10S basics right, they even fit as standard spec the Italian Aquila Strings, and at $70 Aussie Dollars you can't go wrong with this ukulele ... it is possible to buy cheaper ukuleles, but the extra money spent on this instrument is well worth it ...
SUMMARY:
It is a great uke to start on, or suitable for someone stepping up from the world of cheapo ukuleles and for only $70 bucks they play fantastic, sound sweet and offer CHEAP FUN FUN FUN.
SPECS:
* Soprano Size
* Quality Geared tuning Keys
* Rosewood Fingerboard and bridge
* Mahogany top, back and sides (laminate)
* Aquila Italian Strings
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MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
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Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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Thursday, 5 June 2014
Kala Soprano Mahogany Ukulele KA-S with Hardcase, Headstock Tuner, Setup and Aussie Shipping.
Kala KA-S Soprano Ukulele Package |
SOLD
The KA-S Soprano Ukulele is from the Kala Satin Mahogany Series.
If you're looking for a cheap but good quality and reliable ukulele, this is one of the best.
This is a great little "first Ukulele" to learn on, or a second ukulele as a “Car / Picnic / Beach ” uke. It has nice tones and the KA-S represents "Great Bang For Buck"
The Kala Mahogany Series Ukulele offer a full-bodied tone with plenty of "Sweet Highs" and "Mellow Lows" that combine for a full rich sound.
Traditional white binding on the top and the back accent the satin finish, while chrome die-cast tuners assure your instrument will stay in tune
I set up every ukulele to ensure you get the absolute best playing and sounding uke for your money! This includes a thorough inspection and adjustments needed to Saddle / Nut heights, and Fret work.
I have Packaged this KA-S up with Hardcase and Headstock Tuner as a "Starter pack" with everything a new uker needs: Case, Tuner, decent Aquila strings and, most important of all, a professional set-up.
- 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
- Mahogany body
- Traditional White Binding
- Fret position Marks at 5th,7th and 10th frets on neck and top of fingerboard
- 12 Silver nickel Frets
- Rosewood Fingerboard and Bridge
- Mahogany neck
- Satin Finish
- Geared tuners
- Premium AQUILA NYLGUT String
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MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
Facebook www.facebook.com/TheUkuleleTradingCoAustralia
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MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
Blogger http://theukuleletradingcoaustralia.blogspot.com.au/
Pinterest www.pinterest.com/ukuleletrading/
Instagram http://instagram.com/chrisfromukuleletrading
Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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Pinterest www.pinterest.com/ukuleletrading/
Instagram http://instagram.com/chrisfromukuleletrading
Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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Thursday, 22 May 2014
OHANA CK350G CONCERT UKULELE Limited Edition, Solid Hawaiian grown Koa Wood
The CK-350G Concert Ukulele is the TOP-OF-THE-LINE MODEL in concert size and what a cracking Ukulele it is. Strangely in OZ it is priced at $795 retail but in the USA its retail is set at $849. Not often that happens, but I'll take it.
Buy It Now via Paypal
$795 CK-350G Concert Ohana Ukulele
Includes Case, Set-up and FREE Postage in Australia.
At The Ukulele Trading Co Australia we ship the CK-350G with Hardcase, Setup, Headstock Tuner and Free Shipping in OZ.
INTERESTED OR NEED MORE INFO
email me Chris From Ukulele Trading
REVIEW
Open the hard-case and whoa it looks so damn good. Beautifully figured Koa wood all round in a gorgeous Honey Blond. The Gloss finish is of that "Dipped in Glass" level of shine. Lots of hand-sanding and sprayed coats are needed to achieve this level of finish.
The Abalone inlay binding is installed neat as a pin in the Rosette, Top and Headstock, and although Abalone won't improve the tone, it endows the CK-350 with that massive "Wow factor" where ever it goes.
Select Solid Koa Wood top, back and sides with 19 fret rosewood fingerboard and rosewood bridge. Mahogany neck with koa headstock overlay. Abalone inlay, bound body, glossy finish, deluxe tuners, bone nut and saddle. I find that Ohana Ukuleles always have well-dressed frets, the CK-350G is no different, it is really rich full sounding uke of fine craftsmanship.
FEATURES
Solid koa top, back & sides
Rosewood fingerboard & bridge
Abalone inlay top rosette & headstock
Mahogany binding & head overlay
Gold-finish geared tuners
Aquila strings
Bone nut & saddle
Gloss finish
TESTIMONIALS
Customers tell you their thoughts on purchasing an Ohana ukulele CLICK HERE
FAMOUS OHANA UKULELE PLAYERS
Through the ukulele, we’ve been lucky enough to make some talented friends. Check out some of these fantastic ukulele players! Ohana Players CLICK HERE
INTERESTED OR NEED MORE INFO
email me Chris From Ukulele Trading
ABOUT OHANA UKULELES
"Ohana, where you will find the many hand-crafted ukulele models on offer - from soprano to baritone, mahogany to selected koa from the islands of Hawaii, conventional to vintage models, plus unique ones for those who are looking for something different.
At Ohana, our goal is to provide the highest quality product at a reasonable price.
Every ukulele that leaves our warehouse is carefully inspected and set up for maximum playability.
Yes that's right — EVERY UKULELE, regardless of model and price. Should musicians compromise on quality just because they need an entry-level ukulele? We don't think they should.
NOTE: Before Shipping to you I install the Strings you want and set it up how you want. The ukuleles have come from the Ohana USA warehouse, via the Importer here in Adelaide Australia and Transportation half way round the world by Ship and differences in Weather plays its part, I make sure that your ukulele plays well. Cheers CC
At Ohana, we believe in the basic concepts of QUALITY, PLAYABILITY, and VALUE. As a player you deserve each of these when you purchase a musical instrument.
Ohana Music markets its products primarily through a network of terrific dealers (Like The Ukulele Trading Co Australia ;-) around the world.
However,we are here to answer any questions you may have. So go ahead, send Ohana an email or call; we will be happy to inform you about the products Ohana offers.
Meanwhile, have fun, share the Aloha spirit with your loved ones, and Happy Strumming!"
The CK-350G Concert Ukulele is the TOP-OF-THE-LINE MODEL in concert size and what a cracking Ukulele it is.
At The Ukulele Trading Co Australia we ship the CK-350G with Hardcase, Setup, Headstock Tuner and Free Shipping in OZ.
Blogger http://theukuleletradingcoaustralia.blogspot.com.au/
Buy It Now via Paypal
$795 CK-350G Concert Ohana Ukulele
Includes Case, Set-up and FREE Postage in Australia.
At The Ukulele Trading Co Australia we ship the CK-350G with Hardcase, Setup, Headstock Tuner and Free Shipping in OZ.
INTERESTED OR NEED MORE INFO
email me Chris From Ukulele Trading
REVIEW
Open the hard-case and whoa it looks so damn good. Beautifully figured Koa wood all round in a gorgeous Honey Blond. The Gloss finish is of that "Dipped in Glass" level of shine. Lots of hand-sanding and sprayed coats are needed to achieve this level of finish.
The Abalone inlay binding is installed neat as a pin in the Rosette, Top and Headstock, and although Abalone won't improve the tone, it endows the CK-350 with that massive "Wow factor" where ever it goes.
Select Solid Koa Wood top, back and sides with 19 fret rosewood fingerboard and rosewood bridge. Mahogany neck with koa headstock overlay. Abalone inlay, bound body, glossy finish, deluxe tuners, bone nut and saddle. I find that Ohana Ukuleles always have well-dressed frets, the CK-350G is no different, it is really rich full sounding uke of fine craftsmanship.
FEATURES
Solid koa top, back & sides
Rosewood fingerboard & bridge
Abalone inlay top rosette & headstock
Mahogany binding & head overlay
Gold-finish geared tuners
Aquila strings
Bone nut & saddle
Gloss finish
TESTIMONIALS
Customers tell you their thoughts on purchasing an Ohana ukulele CLICK HERE
FAMOUS OHANA UKULELE PLAYERS
Through the ukulele, we’ve been lucky enough to make some talented friends. Check out some of these fantastic ukulele players! Ohana Players CLICK HERE
INTERESTED OR NEED MORE INFO
email me Chris From Ukulele Trading
ABOUT OHANA UKULELES
"Ohana, where you will find the many hand-crafted ukulele models on offer - from soprano to baritone, mahogany to selected koa from the islands of Hawaii, conventional to vintage models, plus unique ones for those who are looking for something different.
At Ohana, our goal is to provide the highest quality product at a reasonable price.
Every ukulele that leaves our warehouse is carefully inspected and set up for maximum playability.
Yes that's right — EVERY UKULELE, regardless of model and price. Should musicians compromise on quality just because they need an entry-level ukulele? We don't think they should.
NOTE: Before Shipping to you I install the Strings you want and set it up how you want. The ukuleles have come from the Ohana USA warehouse, via the Importer here in Adelaide Australia and Transportation half way round the world by Ship and differences in Weather plays its part, I make sure that your ukulele plays well. Cheers CC
At Ohana, we believe in the basic concepts of QUALITY, PLAYABILITY, and VALUE. As a player you deserve each of these when you purchase a musical instrument.
Ohana Music markets its products primarily through a network of terrific dealers (Like The Ukulele Trading Co Australia ;-) around the world.
However,we are here to answer any questions you may have. So go ahead, send Ohana an email or call; we will be happy to inform you about the products Ohana offers.
Meanwhile, have fun, share the Aloha spirit with your loved ones, and Happy Strumming!"
The CK-350G Concert Ukulele is the TOP-OF-THE-LINE MODEL in concert size and what a cracking Ukulele it is.
At The Ukulele Trading Co Australia we ship the CK-350G with Hardcase, Setup, Headstock Tuner and Free Shipping in OZ.
************************************************************
MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
MANY MORE Ukuleles, Strings, Tuners, Cases, Capos & Accessories in-stock.
I Carry a Huge Range of Kala & Ohana Ukuleles, Aquila & Worth Ukulele Strings.
Fancy Something Else?
Please Contact me and I can arrange to make it happen.
Please Call 0432 306 920 9am to 5pm
Pinterest www.pinterest.com/ukuleletrading/
Instagram http://instagram.com/chrisfromukuleletrading
Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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Instagram http://instagram.com/chrisfromukuleletrading
Ukulele Workshops & Private Tuition: Corporate Training Days, Community Centres, Local Councils, Schools... please contact me to arrange a program tailored for you.
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