Sooo I am new in the "ukelele world", so new that i don't even own one yet :joy: . That's actually what i want help with. I want to get my first uke soon, but I don't want to make a bad purchase. I dont want to spend a lot of money, but I don't want a terrible instrument, sounding like crap. My thoughts are:
1. Buy one from a online
A guitar shop is not an option, since ukuleles are not that popular in my country (Greece 🇬🇷). I also am not sure it is worth to order from Amazon or something, cause it might be same prize for same quality, only having to wait a whole month to get it. But even ordering from my country is risky, because i cannot ensure the quality. And since, as I said, ukes are not so popular, I am not sure I will fond something of quality.
2. Ordering one from a craftsman / guitar maker
This way I can guarantee the quality, since I know the wood that is used, but I don't think the local shop has experience in ukes. I think he can pull it off though, if I give him dimensions.
What I want from you guys is to tell me how much is about the cost for a custom built concert uke and if you know of a cheap (about 60$/€) concert ukulele that might be able to be shiped internationaly
That was a lot :sleepy: . I really appreciate any help you can provide!
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I agree in what ben said, but if you know a music store in your city or somewhere near, find out if they sell ukuleles. You can test the Instrument for yourself, get a first grip on it and an employee can give you some advice. Since they know what they're selling ;)
Yeah, that would be ideal. Of I can find something nearby, I will go and have a look. Thank you very much!
Ordering online is fine if you know the uke you want. It’s always better to ‘try before you buy’, but failing that you can get recommendations, so a bit of research and watch videos online to hear how they sound.
Thank you very much! That's what I will probably do, if I don't find any store nearby. Thanks for spending your time to try to help! :blush: