Can it affect the sound of the uke? Your donations all go back into the site to allow me to keep bringing you reviews, and in the end the ukuleles acquired are given to local schools and charities. Just one strum of a ukulele is bound to put a smile on your face. Aside from the Google ads, I don't get paid to write this blog and for reasons of impartiality a not sponsored by brands or stores. Copyright © 2008 - 2020 Got A Ukulele / Barry Maz - All Rights Reserved, https://www.gotaukulele.com/2018/10/fender-venice-soprano-ukulele-review.html, Why Gibson Guitars Go Out of Tune So Easy. Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Why your Gibson has trouble staying in tune. Or am I misunderstanding and you are referring to some detail of the ukes mechanichs? Does this mean that there are string sets that are somewhat suited for low and high g, depending on how you tune them? Thanks for the review. I've been playing for some time but I find that my current uke is still unpleasantly heavy to play for me), I just mean I am not a fan of brands that 'insist' on giving you a wound string. Back in 2011 I bought my first truly serious ukulele - the Kanile'a K-1 Tenor.
The Seaside and Rincon models sport traditional 2x2 headstocks for aficionados, while the Venice, Zuma, and Montecito models boast the instantly identifiable Fender Telecaster headstock. No, I don't think a strap button affects the sound, at least not enough to be in any way noticeable. Nice to see they're getting the sound right as I haven't been overly impressed with them in the past. I agree about the headstock I have an early Pa'ina tenor and it wont fit in any standard ukulele hard case I can find. You can't 'reply' to a comment here, you can only add a new one). YMMV, of course ;-)(Your 'reply' feature doesn't work btw. Yeah, I get that Paul, but it didn't do Kamaka, Kanile'a, Koaloah, Martin etc any harm, and Fender are hardly the go to brand in ukulele players. Compare that with a uke's traditional 'Gibson-style' headstock, as these three videos below do, and you'll see the difference. Actually, that 'tele' headstock isn't a design affectation, there's actual science behind it. I am fond of the Fender Headstock and the Low G sound. The Montecito (named after a beach near Santa Barbara) sits at the upper end of the range in terms of specification. I could never get past that headstock on an acoustic uke though, but I imagine it appeals to some. Guitar Headstock Rant - Why Les Pauls Don't Stay in Tune! Yes, I know it looks odd and of course we're talking about ukes not guitars, but it's worth remembering what's always be said about Fenders is that they're guitars designed by engineers, whereas a Gibson is a guitar engineered by luthiers:Why Gibson Guitars Go Out of Tune So EasyGuitar Headstock Rant - Why Les Pauls Don't Stay in Tune!Why your Gibson has trouble staying in tune.
Really enjoy your reviews! All the strings on a Fender headstock travel in a straight line from the bridge to the tuning peg, which minimises binding at the nut, & so helps tuning and intonation. I've heard the electric guitars aren't what they used to be either so I sort of assumed they were riding on their past reputation. It was flawless, I still own it and adore it. Patreon pledges, large or small, all help keep this site going!! I accept of course that using the Gibson/Martin style headstock hasn't done the K-brands or Martin any harm. ... Fender acoustic-electric ukuleles have Fishman Kula electronics—a system which includes a pickup, preamp, built-in … It's personal opinion but if I buy a Fender anything I want a Fender headstock. Now with regard to “Gibson’s going out of tune”, I’ve owned Les Paul’s, Strat’s, and Tele’s and never had problems with the Les Paul going out of tune easily, in fact the Strat was the one that easily went out of tune.
I would really appreciate an answer as I'm on the verge of buying this Uke, but I'm rather confused right now. I'll go so far as admit that, to minimise any binding at the nut, Fender could have used a slotted headstock design; but Fender not being a go-to ukulele brand doesn't invalidate the fact there's is a superior (or at least a carefully thought-through) headstock design: nor does it invalidate my point that there using it on their ukes ought to be regarded not as simply a branding/marketing exercise, but rather as an example of form following function.
The C string on mine sounds dead it has an after hum thats lasts too long.I have changed strings and it still sounds the same????? If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably well aware of all the reasons to play the ukulele. Click the logo to help.
I have to agree with Baz on this regarding the headstock, it just looks wrong! (And as I'm already on it: what is your opinion on screwing on a strap pin on to a uke?
Where Fender Ukuleles are Made : Indonesia: Fender Ukulele Price Range : $59 – $250: Types of Ukuleles Fender Offers Soprano, Concert, Tenor, Baritone, Acoustic-Electric: Recommended Skill Level: Best for beginners and intermediate players; fun options for experts who are looking for a solid travel uke or something to play occasionally As I'm not a native English speaker, I was wondering what you are referring to with 'forced wound strings'? Don't get too wistful about those Californian names, this, like all Fender ukuleles is made in Indonesia.
Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Most uke players I know don't like them. If you enjoy this blog, donations are welcomed to allow me to invest more time in bringing you ukulele articles. The Fender Venice soprano uke is created using the blue color of Lake Placid to refer to a summary of the ocean around… Learn more about Fender electric basses. It only just fits (with a little stretching) into a soft gig bag. The California Coast Series Ukuleles present a fresh take on the classic ukulele with five new accessibly-priced soprano, tenor and concert models.
The Seaside and Rincon models sport traditional 2x2 headstocks for aficionados, while the Venice, Zuma, and Montecito models boast the instantly identifiable Fender Telecaster headstock. No, I don't think a strap button affects the sound, at least not enough to be in any way noticeable. Nice to see they're getting the sound right as I haven't been overly impressed with them in the past. I agree about the headstock I have an early Pa'ina tenor and it wont fit in any standard ukulele hard case I can find. You can't 'reply' to a comment here, you can only add a new one). YMMV, of course ;-)(Your 'reply' feature doesn't work btw. Yeah, I get that Paul, but it didn't do Kamaka, Kanile'a, Koaloah, Martin etc any harm, and Fender are hardly the go to brand in ukulele players. Compare that with a uke's traditional 'Gibson-style' headstock, as these three videos below do, and you'll see the difference. Actually, that 'tele' headstock isn't a design affectation, there's actual science behind it. I am fond of the Fender Headstock and the Low G sound. The Montecito (named after a beach near Santa Barbara) sits at the upper end of the range in terms of specification. I could never get past that headstock on an acoustic uke though, but I imagine it appeals to some. Guitar Headstock Rant - Why Les Pauls Don't Stay in Tune! Yes, I know it looks odd and of course we're talking about ukes not guitars, but it's worth remembering what's always be said about Fenders is that they're guitars designed by engineers, whereas a Gibson is a guitar engineered by luthiers:Why Gibson Guitars Go Out of Tune So EasyGuitar Headstock Rant - Why Les Pauls Don't Stay in Tune!Why your Gibson has trouble staying in tune.
Really enjoy your reviews! All the strings on a Fender headstock travel in a straight line from the bridge to the tuning peg, which minimises binding at the nut, & so helps tuning and intonation. I've heard the electric guitars aren't what they used to be either so I sort of assumed they were riding on their past reputation. It was flawless, I still own it and adore it. Patreon pledges, large or small, all help keep this site going!! I accept of course that using the Gibson/Martin style headstock hasn't done the K-brands or Martin any harm. ... Fender acoustic-electric ukuleles have Fishman Kula electronics—a system which includes a pickup, preamp, built-in … It's personal opinion but if I buy a Fender anything I want a Fender headstock. Now with regard to “Gibson’s going out of tune”, I’ve owned Les Paul’s, Strat’s, and Tele’s and never had problems with the Les Paul going out of tune easily, in fact the Strat was the one that easily went out of tune.
I would really appreciate an answer as I'm on the verge of buying this Uke, but I'm rather confused right now. I'll go so far as admit that, to minimise any binding at the nut, Fender could have used a slotted headstock design; but Fender not being a go-to ukulele brand doesn't invalidate the fact there's is a superior (or at least a carefully thought-through) headstock design: nor does it invalidate my point that there using it on their ukes ought to be regarded not as simply a branding/marketing exercise, but rather as an example of form following function.
The C string on mine sounds dead it has an after hum thats lasts too long.I have changed strings and it still sounds the same????? If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably well aware of all the reasons to play the ukulele. Click the logo to help.
I have to agree with Baz on this regarding the headstock, it just looks wrong! (And as I'm already on it: what is your opinion on screwing on a strap pin on to a uke?
Where Fender Ukuleles are Made : Indonesia: Fender Ukulele Price Range : $59 – $250: Types of Ukuleles Fender Offers Soprano, Concert, Tenor, Baritone, Acoustic-Electric: Recommended Skill Level: Best for beginners and intermediate players; fun options for experts who are looking for a solid travel uke or something to play occasionally As I'm not a native English speaker, I was wondering what you are referring to with 'forced wound strings'? Don't get too wistful about those Californian names, this, like all Fender ukuleles is made in Indonesia.
Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Most uke players I know don't like them. If you enjoy this blog, donations are welcomed to allow me to invest more time in bringing you ukulele articles. The Fender Venice soprano uke is created using the blue color of Lake Placid to refer to a summary of the ocean around… Learn more about Fender electric basses. It only just fits (with a little stretching) into a soft gig bag. The California Coast Series Ukuleles present a fresh take on the classic ukulele with five new accessibly-priced soprano, tenor and concert models.