Very good review because although they give you a beginners manual I had no idea how to put the batteries in or how to actually turn it on to tune it, lol. Thanks again.
Just one note about the tuner. It's set by default to D4-G3-B3-E4, whereas the most common tuning today is G4-C4-E4-A4 for Soprano, Concert, and Tenor ukuleles. Most teaching materials and tabs use G4-C4-E4-A4 now. Luckily, I had a clip on tuner, so I could tune it as required but buyers should be aware of this. Other than this, the Aklot Electric Tenor I bought was good value for money. It has a solid mahogany soundboard, and sounds great with good sound projection. It also came with Aquilla nyglut strings which were a bonus too.
Ik im 6 years late but i got mine the other day and when i pluck the second string it makes a vibration type sound but then it doesn’t when i pluck it quietly i don’t know why
Hey! I transitioned from piano to ukulele too! Thank you for reviewing this instrument, looking for an electric acoustic with more than 12 frets. I will definitely consider this one!
I just got this electric ukulele but I'm having issues with it, I've tried connecting it to my speakers and headphones with a 1/4 to 3.5mm cable but the sound is very low, so will it not work with these devices, and only work with a actual music amp? The strings buzz sometimes too.
Yeah, so the 3.5mm headphone jacks are typically unpowered which is probably why you're experiencing low volume. A speaker that uses a 1/4" jack natively typically has a powered amp/pre-amp which will give the uke the volume boost it needs to produce a good amount of electric sound. If the strings are buzzing you could try a new set of strings with higher tension or heavier weight like fluorocarbon ones instead of nylon.
Para cambiar las cuerdas, afloje los postes de afinación hasta que se suelten las cuerdas. Luego, sáquelos hacia el puente. Instale las nuevas cuerdas comenzando desde el puente y hasta que se detenga en el extremo de la bola (tapones de plástico). Si su cuerda no tiene extremos de bola, entonces debe atar las cuerdas. Luego lleva las cuerdas hasta los postes de afinación, pásalas por el orificio y enrolla hasta que estén apretadas.
The 24 inch body what is the total length? I am looking to buy either a soprano or concert In the web address u gave but I am small and small hands and can’t decide which one ☝️
Hi Laura. The 24" inch body refers to the overall length of the instrument and is measured from end to end. In general, small hands are better suited for the soprano ukelele, which comes in at 21" and the shorter neck may allow you to transition between cords and frets more quickly. The soprano is the smallest and the most common ukulele. They have the most iconic sounding ukelele tones, but can be harder to keep in tune due to low string tension.
That might be possible, but I'm pretty sure you still need an amp to supply power in order to get any sort of decent volume. If I had an adapter I'd try it, but I don't have one at my disposal.
I found it easier to play than the violin or guitar. I didn't find the strings to be very high, and the pressure required to press the strings down to the fretboard is light enough to make it a good first string instrument for children to learn on too!
Well-produced and helpful video, but I don't like the words 'starter' or 'beginner' uke. You may be a beginner, but the inference is that the uke is not suitable for more advanced players. The truth is it's a very good standard uke that will suit most levels of capability. I own 6 ukes and this may be one of the least expensive, but in terms of its build, the materials used (solid mahogany and not laminate) and the sound, it's up there with ones I have paid five times for!
Thanks for the feedback! Since I, myself, am not an experienced uke player, I have no context for stating whether or not the uke would be good for a more advanced player. I just would have no real basis to make that statement one way or the other. I think to make the inference that I implied that it was *only* good for beginners, assumes that I also know which instruments would be good for non-beginners, which I do not possess the expertise for. So when using the terms 'starter' and 'beginner,' I only speak to my own experience; that as a newbie, I thought it was great. Anyway, I think it's wonderful that as a more advanced player, you love it too, and hope that my observations were not too naive. Thank you for weighing in on the subject and sharing your comments!
@@ReviewedByPhilI think your observations are great and very helpful to those who wish to buy a ukulele or, specifically, this one. It's probably an over-reaction by me, but I see the comment "beginner' uke a lot and I find it a tad misleading. Here, it's good for a beginner and those with more advanced skills. So what makes a good 'beginner' uke? I suppose the main criterion (and possible the only one) would be price, meaning that it's not worth paying a fortune for a uke if one isn't going to take to it. I appreciate the time you've taken to make a good quality video...
Maybe if you have a 1/8" jack to 1/4" AUX input cable like this one: geni.us/KfAAn [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] or adapter/converter like this: geni.us/D7lA5C2 [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] to use with a standard 1/4" audio cable. Your car would also need to have an AUX input port.
With the uke unplugged from an amplifier, after inserting the batteries, press the power button on the tuner (to the left of the volume dial). Pluck one string at a time to view its tuning key. See 0:58 for a quick walkthrough.
In theory yes, but it won't sound exactly like a distorted guitar. You're better off using a solid body electric uke like this one: geni.us/pBXfG [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] as it'll produce a better sound and less feedback.
Philip if I end up buying one of these then A It would be my 3rd (only been a ukulele owner for 13 weeks). N It would be your fault. Seriously the sound with the amp was good. Thanks for showing where the batteries go. Not sure about the strap holder as I would be using the instrument left handed.
Haha, I'm glad to be inspiring aspiring musicians like yourself! While this was my first uke, I actually got two more after it too, a soprano uke, and another as a gift for my nephew! If at the very least this video encourages folks to go out and make music in the world, then I think my job here is done. 🎵🎸😊
Yes, but it won't sound exactly like a distorted guitar if that's the sound you're looking for. You're better off using a solid body electric uke like this one: geni.us/pBXfG [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] as it'll produce a better sound and less feedback.
It's pretty great. My nephew loves it and he was just starting out with it when I gave this one for him. Easy to tune and the sound is beautiful. It's a concert size so a bit bigger than the traditional soprano size. If you're not sure what to look for in a first instrument, try visiting a musical instrument store and testing out a few ukes; they'll usually let you hold/play on a display model. Look for instruments that have a solid feel in the hand. Ukes aren't heavy but they should feel like they're made of paper either. I like to run my fingers along the sides of the fret board to make sure they're filed down properly and don't have any sharp edges; it should be smooth and even. The most important part is to play on it and listen to how it sounds. Good luck, and I hope you find the perfect instrument for you!
Very good review because although they give you a beginners manual I had no idea how to put the batteries in or how to actually turn it on to tune it, lol. Thanks again.
Thanks and you're welcome!
same here haha! Thanks for the review
same here
Just one note about the tuner. It's set by default to D4-G3-B3-E4, whereas the most common tuning today is G4-C4-E4-A4 for Soprano, Concert, and Tenor ukuleles. Most teaching materials and tabs use G4-C4-E4-A4 now. Luckily, I had a clip on tuner, so I could tune it as required but buyers should be aware of this. Other than this, the Aklot Electric Tenor I bought was good value for money. It has a solid mahogany soundboard, and sounds great with good sound projection. It also came with Aquilla nyglut strings which were a bonus too.
BigHenFor can you change the tuner settings?
What is the disadvantage of it? Sould we change? Can we change it?
You are one of the 2 best uke reviewers on here. Very nicely done. I'm thinking about getting the tenor electric.
Nice review. I have many ukuleles, and from what I've seen and heard about Aklot ukuleles, this is an amazing value and a quality product.
@Malcolm Armstrong - Oh, no... I'm awaiting delivery of my electric soprano uke...
i have that ukulele its electric too and i love it mine doesnt have the pattern around the sound hole but i still love it a lot!!!
I hope Aklot gave you a lil something because I just bought one because of your review.
Aw, thanks, that's the best compliment! Aklot, probably no, but Amazon may share a little bit of the purchase with me :-)
Same!!
Ik im 6 years late but i got mine the other day and when i pluck the second string it makes a vibration type sound but then it doesn’t when i pluck it quietly i don’t know why
Hey! I transitioned from piano to ukulele too! Thank you for reviewing this instrument, looking for an electric acoustic with more than 12 frets. I will definitely consider this one!
You're welcome, glad I could help!
The Aklots are very high quality with a fairly refined finish. Enjoy!
Hello! I do not speak English and I wanted to know if the batteries were included with the ukulele.
Yes, batteries were included with mine.
Thanks!😇
amazing value for money, thanks a lot aklot...
In editing the video, put below the Brazilian Portuguese subtitles.
I just got this electric ukulele but I'm having issues with it, I've tried connecting it to my speakers and headphones with a 1/4 to 3.5mm cable but the sound is very low, so will it not work with these devices, and only work with a actual music amp? The strings buzz sometimes too.
Yeah, so the 3.5mm headphone jacks are typically unpowered which is probably why you're experiencing low volume. A speaker that uses a 1/4" jack natively typically has a powered amp/pre-amp which will give the uke the volume boost it needs to produce a good amount of electric sound. If the strings are buzzing you could try a new set of strings with higher tension or heavier weight like fluorocarbon ones instead of nylon.
You need more than just a "speaker"; you need an amplifier to amplify the sound.
Hola. Cómo puedo cambiarles las cuerdas a este tipo de ukele. Gracias
Para cambiar las cuerdas, afloje los postes de afinación hasta que se suelten las cuerdas. Luego, sáquelos hacia el puente. Instale las nuevas cuerdas comenzando desde el puente y hasta que se detenga en el extremo de la bola (tapones de plástico). Si su cuerda no tiene extremos de bola, entonces debe atar las cuerdas. Luego lleva las cuerdas hasta los postes de afinación, pásalas por el orificio y enrolla hasta que estén apretadas.
@@ReviewedByPhil muchísimas gracias estaba preocupado porque no veía la forma de cambiarlas. No son iguales a otros ukeleles. Muy agradecido. Saludos
@@rafaelurquiola4520 Sí, de nada. Tendrá que ensartar el instrumento a través del cuerpo usando la boca.
The 24 inch body what is the total length? I am looking to buy either a soprano or concert
In the web address u gave but I am small and small hands and can’t decide which one ☝️
Hi Laura. The 24" inch body refers to the overall length of the instrument and is measured from end to end. In general, small hands are better suited for the soprano ukelele, which comes in at 21" and the shorter neck may allow you to transition between cords and frets more quickly. The soprano is the smallest and the most common ukulele. They have the most iconic sounding ukelele tones, but can be harder to keep in tune due to low string tension.
Thanks buddy.
Can I connect my ukelele to normal speakers via an aux cable and a 3.5 to 2.5 jack convertor?
That might be possible, but I'm pretty sure you still need an amp to supply power in order to get any sort of decent volume. If I had an adapter I'd try it, but I don't have one at my disposal.
Is the uke easy to play? Like for a beginner are the strings too high from the fretboard or is the action too high?
I found it easier to play than the violin or guitar. I didn't find the strings to be very high, and the pressure required to press the strings down to the fretboard is light enough to make it a good first string instrument for children to learn on too!
i just got ukulele after review, & if you can let me know for speakers?, you shown or current choices ???,
Sure, here is the speaker I'm using in the video: geni.us/mDzfS [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] It is the Aukey SK-M17
Well-produced and helpful video, but I don't like the words 'starter' or 'beginner' uke. You may be a beginner, but the inference is that the uke is not suitable for more advanced players. The truth is it's a very good standard uke that will suit most levels of capability. I own 6 ukes and this may be one of the least expensive, but in terms of its build, the materials used (solid mahogany and not laminate) and the sound, it's up there with ones I have paid five times for!
Thanks for the feedback! Since I, myself, am not an experienced uke player, I have no context for stating whether or not the uke would be good for a more advanced player. I just would have no real basis to make that statement one way or the other. I think to make the inference that I implied that it was *only* good for beginners, assumes that I also know which instruments would be good for non-beginners, which I do not possess the expertise for. So when using the terms 'starter' and 'beginner,' I only speak to my own experience; that as a newbie, I thought it was great. Anyway, I think it's wonderful that as a more advanced player, you love it too, and hope that my observations were not too naive. Thank you for weighing in on the subject and sharing your comments!
@@ReviewedByPhilI think your observations are great and very helpful to those who wish to buy a ukulele or, specifically, this one. It's probably an over-reaction by me, but I see the comment "beginner' uke a lot and I find it a tad misleading. Here, it's good for a beginner and those with more advanced skills. So what makes a good 'beginner' uke? I suppose the main criterion (and possible the only one) would be price, meaning that it's not worth paying a fortune for a uke if one isn't going to take to it. I appreciate the time you've taken to make a good quality video...
can you connect the ukulele with a car with a help of a wire or something¿
Maybe if you have a 1/8" jack to 1/4" AUX input cable like this one: geni.us/KfAAn [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] or adapter/converter like this: geni.us/D7lA5C2 [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] to use with a standard 1/4" audio cable. Your car would also need to have an AUX input port.
Thank you Phillip 🌹
You are a good man
What batteries do I need for this tenor electric ukulele?
The batteries that power the tuner and electrical audio output are CR2032 coin cell batteries. You will need two of them.
Question: How did you get your tuner to work as mine just turns on and does nothing else
With the uke unplugged from an amplifier, after inserting the batteries, press the power button on the tuner (to the left of the volume dial). Pluck one string at a time to view its tuning key. See 0:58 for a quick walkthrough.
Thanks. where you get little PA system(?).
I got the one in the video at Amazon: geni.us/mDzfS [Amazon Affiliate Product Link]
Are you able to use disortion for an electric acoustic ukulele ?
In theory yes, but it won't sound exactly like a distorted guitar. You're better off using a solid body electric uke like this one: geni.us/pBXfG [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] as it'll produce a better sound and less feedback.
Philip if I end up buying one of these then
A It would be my 3rd (only been a ukulele owner for 13 weeks).
N It would be your fault.
Seriously the sound with the amp was good. Thanks for showing where the batteries go. Not sure about the strap holder as I would be using the instrument left handed.
Haha, I'm glad to be inspiring aspiring musicians like yourself! While this was my first uke, I actually got two more after it too, a soprano uke, and another as a gift for my nephew! If at the very least this video encourages folks to go out and make music in the world, then I think my job here is done. 🎵🎸😊
Well done review.
So, I ordered an accoustic Aklot tenor and received an electric tenor instead. Can I still play it as an accoustic or should I send it back?
It should work fine as an acoustic tenor! The electric hookup is simply a bonus, then :-)
Can I put distortion with my Amp?
Yes, but it won't sound exactly like a distorted guitar if that's the sound you're looking for. You're better off using a solid body electric uke like this one: geni.us/pBXfG [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] as it'll produce a better sound and less feedback.
where did you buy and how much did you pay?
I got mine on Amazon here: geni.us/sOJl8e [Amazon Affiliate Product Link] and it was around $70.
thank you
@@ReviewedByPhil - I just ordered electric soprano on ebay; a few sellers with varying prices.
Nice video thank u very much :)
Nice review!
How reliable was this instrument? (if you know)
Do you have any tips on buying a Ukulele for beginners?
It's pretty great. My nephew loves it and he was just starting out with it when I gave this one for him. Easy to tune and the sound is beautiful. It's a concert size so a bit bigger than the traditional soprano size. If you're not sure what to look for in a first instrument, try visiting a musical instrument store and testing out a few ukes; they'll usually let you hold/play on a display model. Look for instruments that have a solid feel in the hand. Ukes aren't heavy but they should feel like they're made of paper either. I like to run my fingers along the sides of the fret board to make sure they're filed down properly and don't have any sharp edges; it should be smooth and even. The most important part is to play on it and listen to how it sounds. Good luck, and I hope you find the perfect instrument for you!
thanks, man
2:22 bro your thumb just broke.
Hitch-hiker's thumb. One day, I will use it for that purpose.
I can do that too
I have the tenor one
Cool, how do you like it?