I own this uke and the more I play it the more I like it. I like the brighter sound. Now if Grace would just design a tenor uke, I would be very happy.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment :). I really am appreciative that you left your feedback about the uke and your experience. The more and more people share their unbiased opinions, the better. Thank you so much :). That would be really cool to see if the concert and the soprano ukes are successful that might lead to a tenor.

@Degorff

8 ай бұрын

Maybe when he voice is older LOL, that would be wonderful I am glad you suggested it.

This uke is a dream 😍😍😍😍😭😭❤️❤️❤️

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

It really is a pretty instrument. I was so surprised that the Zuma was lighter and had a completely different feel from the G VanderWaal Uke.

I don’t care what anyone says, every ukulele sounds different and unique!!! Very thorough review! Thank you!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. I think you have to play as many as you can in order to find the right one for you. Before KZread, I had two ukuleles, and I was about to sell one of them so that I would just have one. It was all I needed, and the thought of taking the time to go out and buy another one stressed me out because of the time it would take to choose one.

@ConnorBerry

5 жыл бұрын

Haha!! I know right! I’m about to go purchase an electric acoustic and it’s already been a week long process! Also, what are you doing posting videos this early in the morning??

Hi Katie! I just wanted to mention that I went ahead and bought the Fender Zuma and I love it! It’s very comfortable to play, and I like the mellow sound. I had bought 3 other concert size ukuleles (!), and the action on those must’ve been too high because my fingers and hand would get really tired from playing. The Zuma is my favorite (so far 😃). Just letting anyone know who is interested... 😊 Thanks again for a great review!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Great insights, and thank you for your honest opinion! I really appreciate you, and I'm sure others really appreciate your feedback as well. I love the Zuma as well, and I agree that it is comfortable to play. I also like the slender neck :).

I have this ukulele, paid more for it because it was imported to Ecuador where I live and teach voice and ukukele. Not many ukulele teachers here in my city. (I'm a US citizen, but got married here to a local) The action on this ukulele is quite good, no problems there, it has a good, clear, slightly higher timbre than other Fender ukes I tried at the same store. No problems at all with the Fishman pickup or tuner. I got bored one day and painted a lotus design in the upper corner, and it spiced up the look a bit. I usually prefer more of a matt finish, but overall, it is a beautiful instrument. I just wish it had some reverb or chorus effects to make it more fun when amplified, but that's just me. No strap buttons either. But I think anyone buying this will get their money's worth. And the gig bag is really good, outside pocket for strings and such, and it seems almost waterproof, and has a good amount of padding. The ukulele as a "serious" instrument is gaining momentum here, but for the most part music stores here import the poorest quality instruments because they don't know any better. In any case, I am glad I stumbled upon this uke before someone else got it!! Enjoy!!

Funny thing is Grace Vanderwaal is in my state filming and I might get it just in case there's a signing opportunity ;) We got to film with her in a school

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

That's so cool!!

@Raincloudprism

4 жыл бұрын

Just saw the movie!!!

@NarutoRobloxBaddie

3 жыл бұрын

Was it stargirl

@MrLuffy9131

3 жыл бұрын

@@NarutoRobloxBaddie yes

Very good review. I feel you are very fair and unbiased. My GV concert uke will be here late this afternoon. One thing I think you should maybe mention as a plus is that it should be considered more of an investment as a collectable. After all, this is a signature model for the youngest artist ever and the first signature ukulele. I believe that should account for something. It's a very high honor for Grace. Oh, and it comes with 3 free months of Fender lessons.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I did not know that about the free Fender Play for 3 months! That's a great deal an great for beginners. Great idea to mention that it is a collectable, and it is a huge honor for Grace. She really is talented. I can't wait for you to tell us what you think of the uke once it's in your hands :).

@marksandal4852

5 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for Stargirl to come out. It was like it was written for her and she is in NM now, filming. Join the Grace VanderWaal Fan Club on FB. It has just about every picture and video of her and then some. Also, I sent your review to a customer service rep at Musician's Friend that has helped me with my orders. I hope you don't mind.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! Thank you for sharing my video! I'm so grateful that you would take the time to do that. I'm perfectly OK if you used Musician's Friend. This video wasn't sponsored and didn't have any affiliate links. The benefit is that people have the information and can decide for themselves whether or not a product is for them :).

Omg grace vanderwaal iş my favorite singer and omg

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

What's your favorite Grace VanderWaal song?

@ecemcetinkaya2297

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool absolutely moonlight

@ecemcetinkaya2297

5 жыл бұрын

What about you

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Great one!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Clearly and Florets!

I’m awaiting mine now.. I purchased the Surf Green Zuma concert and decided after one day I was getting the Grace.. and giving the Zuma to my daughter.. I play as an advanced guitarist and I just couldn’t put the Zuma down it was that much fun.. your video was awesome thank you very much!!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

So excited for you! I hope you love it.

I'm asking for the Grace Vanderwaal ukelele for Christmas! She is my favorite singer ever, and she has inspired me to learn to play. I'm going to play and sing HER songs with HER ukelele :)

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I really think this uke is worth it. It is an incredible value for the price and the features. Let me know if you have any other questions about this uke :). What is you favorite Grace VanderWaal song?

@kaitlynrhode9258

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool Thank you so much for the like and reply :) I have lots of favorites, but if I had to choose one, I would say Clearly. My others are Moonlight, So Much More Than This, Better Life, and Darkness Keeps Chasing Me.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Yes! I made a tutorial for Clearly, and it has been one of my favorites since. 😀💕💕

So I'm so grateful for this review, thank you so much! I have ordered one but because I live in South Africa, I have to ship it off Amazon to family in America who will give it to my other family who are visiting to bring it to their home and then one of my other family members from America are coming to SA and picking up from my family to bring it to me...on about 3 weeks. The wait is killing me!! Sorry for the long message. I can't wait for it!!❤️✨

Hi Katie, I love this review. Thanks. I have owned a Fender Hi-Gloss Tenor Ukulele for about five years now and absolutely recommend it. I put a low G string on it and use it regularly; you can see it on my family oriented KZread channel playing the theme from "Game Of Thrones." I have a suggestion for you to combat that sticky neck problem that comes with Hi-Gloss finishes; it is called "Finger Ease," I have used it on all my instruments for 50 years. Just spray it on the strings and neck, buff it lightly and you are done. Re-apply as needed. I get mine from Amazon! BTW, it also greatly reduces "fret and string talk." Thanks for producing your videos, they are so informative, I never skip one!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Oh Bill! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your precious day to watch my videos. Tt means so much to me. Thank you for your feedback about your experience with a Fender Uke, and it really helps out the other viewers to decide what a true consumer thinks. I've heard of Finger Ease, but I've never tried it! I must try it on those hot and sticky days when I'm playing outside :). Thank you for the recommendation.

@SeanVplayer

5 жыл бұрын

Good suggestion Bill! I was going to suggest using Finger Ease too. It works especially well on the strings for ukulele basses. The strings being rubberized tend to "drag" a bit so Finger Ease really helps with that.

@BillHart_Family_Friends

5 жыл бұрын

Spot on! Absolutely correct. I have a Donner U-Bass and it has seen plenty of Finger Ease for sure!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I love seeing you all interacting with each other. We're family, you know :).

I’m shopping with my daughter who’s been playing Uke for 3 years whom came to my home for the summer without a uke. This video was beyond informative. Thank you.

Thank you Katie for all the videos you present on your channel. I bought it not because I am a fan of Grace, but 1) a reliable pickup (according to your experience) 2) solid construction (children around) 3) laminated body (low humidity) 4) beautiful high gloss (attract me to practice) 5) Fender headstock (feel like a rock star without playing guitar) 6) Partnership between a celebrity and Fender (quality needs to be there) 7) Nice padded gig bag 8) Most importantly, as you always say, trying it at music store and 'feel' it. I went to the music store, saw it in person, wow it did look great compare to other ukulele with pick up. It stands out from the ukulele crowd. It was not set up yet, the fret edges were sharp, there was a buzz on a string. The salesperson passed it to the luthier at the repairshop at the back of the music store, and fixed the problems right a away. Two gloden strap buttons were put on with no extra cost. It feels comfortable and good on my hands, the frets are easy to press. I got to test it on the amplifier on site too. I followed your tutorial and changed strings. I switched the strings to Worth Brown Light (my fingers thank you for mentioning/singing 'a whole new world' about fluorocarbon strings on the Cythia Lin Ohana ukulele review video). The sound is still bright, I am fine with it, as it is the uniqueness of this uku. Not only thanking you for useful ukulele videos, but also thanking you for bringing a great positive personality (plus your sunny smile) to the community. Good luck to your baby❣

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for leaving your feedback, and I believe that it's going to help others. I'm glad that this review helped you, but I'm even happier that you were able to try it out for yourself to see if it was the right one for you. Enjoy your new baby :). I hope you love it.

Is it weird that the minute I figured out Grace had a signature uke my first thought was "Yep, One Music School is definitely gonna do a review on this"😂 Great review by the way, I want one soooooo bad😍

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

LOL! You know me so well, don't you! I'm so happy that you watched and liked it. I hope it gives you some more information about the uke and if it's the right one for you. I'm considering purchasing it myself for my videos. Where are you from?

@avocadomom18

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool I live in the united states and I was born in California but I live in the south now😇

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Well, because youlive in the US, it will definitely be easier for you to find one in a store and try it.

@avocadomom18

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool True😍

LOL what I like about the instrument is the little superstar singer/songwriter that comes attached to it! I think Grace is personally responsible for the biggest sales boom in Uke industry ever. I enjoyed your very professional review of the Fender instrument . Thumbs up. Katie Health and happiness to you and yours. peace Grant😀👍

I've had this model for about two weeks now and love it. Never played a ukulele before and have found it easy to play and the sound is great. Putting the 3 months of free Fender Play to good use also, very easy to follow lessons for all levels. Thanks for the good review, you expressed everything I like about this ukulele.

Thank you! I’ve been researching ukuleles for like 3 hours and this tutorial was exactly what I needed! Very informative!

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy that this helped you 😀. If you’re looking for more options, try this video. Has sound samples from many ukes that I think you’d like. That way you won’t have to click on a bunch of videos to find mini reviews of different ukes. Let me know if you have any questions 😀. I’m here. Ukulele Buyer's Guide (Beginners) Comparing Size, Brands, and Prices - kzread.info/dash/bejne/kXdh0rqjlrLOmLQ.html How to upgrade your uke - kzread.info/dash/bejne/fo6fu62Jl7Ccn8Y.html

I'm a brand new player and I went by this review. I've only been playing two days and I'm absolutely LOVING this Ukulele! It has such a nice sound and it's super rewarding to play. Thank you for this great review. I appreciate your insight. I would have just bought one on ebay and regretted my choice.

I just opened and played mine for the first time about 45 minutes ago and I am loving it!! So excited!! Thank you for this video - watched it about 10 times😂♥️♥️

Wow! What a beauty! 😍....and the uke aint bad either

@OneMusicSchool

Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly! Have a great day!

Thank you for such a positive review. Grace is a gem.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching, and I hope you found this helpful.

@Sartorri4666

5 жыл бұрын

One Music School Yes I enjoyed it very much. You have a bright personality. If you could get your hands on one of those ukes for me, I will use your account to learn how to play and then share it on Facebook and KZread to promote your account. Just a thought... I'm only kinda serious. 🤗

I want this uke so much! 😆 It's just perfect! It sounds good, you say that is easy to play it, it's confortable, it's beautiful and it's from Grace VanderWaal! 😍💓 The only problem here is that I haven't money for buy it! 😐😞

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean. It's affordable for all of the features that it has, but it can still be out of someone's budget. Thank you so much for watching :). I really appreciate you!

Thanks for your review, I already ordered mine on amazon

I have Grace's Moonlight Soprano ukulele and It's everything I expected from grace and fender, plus so much more! I love it!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! What do you think of the tone?

@Jennifer-dr3md

5 жыл бұрын

One Music School It’s very pretty and it holds its sound very well! It’s also very sturdy for a cute little soprano uke.

it is AMAZING I just bought it, really like it, would recommend.

I'm a huge fan of Grace she's amazing she's the reason why I buy my first ukulele 😘😍💗

I have a Fender Rincon tenor ukulele that I love to play. It has a traditional headstock that I like better than the Fender style of headstock, but I like it because it fits me, the action is low, solid ovangkol top and bone nut and saddle. It is my favorite uke in my whole collection

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

This was great feedback. Thank you for taking the time to watch and to leave an in depth comment about your ukulele and why you like it. I love hearing about people's uke collections and why they like/dislike a product. This comment is going to helps so many people, so thank you for your input :).

@SaltySgy05

5 жыл бұрын

I don't leave comments often, but when I do, I try to make them count. Considering all of the other things I do watch on KZread, your channel is one of the view I go to for relaxing and enrichment. Keep up the good work.

This looks like an amazing instrument. I recently purchased a Fender U'uku soprano and have been very happy with it

Thanks for answering my question. Love youuu ❤️

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Of course! You are my favorite part of KZread :).

Thanks for the review. I'm convinced!

Good timing on review, I was just at guitar store and they had this model! Felt great. On my bday list now😊

If the neck finish is all that is holding someone back then you can lightly steel wool the back of the neck to make it a satin finish. Makes a HUGE difference on glossy finished necks.

Like always, i love your demo during the review for the ukulele. Damn woahh that lighting when u open it, like magical lol. And it does ring for quite long time even after u done strumming it. Btw, im finally back to my hometown, if u remember about my story that cant bring my guitar in plane. Yeah, for long time i can meet my guitar again. Gonna start trying it from today on. Hopefully my luck with guitar going smooth as well like ukulele. Eventho im still struggling with some barre chord.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad that you're back home :). Don't give up on the barre chords. It took me a while to get them, but it was worth the work. You can do it!

@shortykiddo57

5 жыл бұрын

+One Music School Nope im wont give it up. I can say that my barre chord on ukulele more sound pretty than 2 months ago. Well took time, at least it better. Coz i keep avoiding playing song that hv barre chord. And........ twist... i accidently leave my ukulele capo and guitar capo at my home in the city. Coz i though guitar capo being here, in my hometown. Ergh. I tried diy the capo, didnt sound pretty tho. Its okay, i will try song that didnt hv capo

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean. The DIY capo is not really that great :(.

@shortykiddo57

5 жыл бұрын

+One Music School I hesitated either to buy another one or not... but, i already hv 2 capo lol. And im dying to play this some song thar hv capo on it. Well i guess... I need to upgrade my "patient" mode again and wait for another hmm idk, maybe a month more to go back to my home in the city.

Thank you so much for your high quality videos, and for this great review! I am new to the ukelele, and bought this after watching your review (I have the Fender Venice Soprano, but wanted to invest in one a little more high end now I know that I love it). Your review is thorough and unbiased. So thank you so much! I'm really enjoying your tutorials too and wondered if you have printables for them? I think that would be so useful :)

I figured this the was all up the name appeal from looking at it. I was highly doubting I would buy it. After this wonderfully unbias review I totally want it now lol Thank you, need to see more of your videos you just got a new subscriber!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your honesty, and I'm so glad that you took the time to watch my video and comment. Welcome to the family 😀♥️.

@Dadloveshazel

5 жыл бұрын

Of course, love that absolute class of your production. Looks very professionally done. Thank you I feel like I'm going to enjoy following your channel. Anything you recommend I check out, so many videos to watch

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I work very hard on my channel. It's just a side thing at the moment and teaching music lessons is really how I make my living. What is your skill level and genres of music do you like?

@Dadloveshazel

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!!!! So I'm at about 6 months. At the point where I know various chords, to include bar chords. I got various strum pattern in my arsenal. And I can sing and play, even if the singing isn't great lol. I don't know what level you'd call, maybe intermediate but I know there's so much more to learn. Like fingering picking. Right now I'm challenging myself and ability to break down a song by listening and watching someone strum. I've noticed country songs don't get a lot of uke love been I few songs I'd love it be able to play. I love everything but my two favorite bands at the moment are Turnpike Troubadours and Twenty Pilots.

Omg! Thank you!! I'm thinking about buying it for my own birthday😂. I love Grace, so thanks again!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Happy early birthday! When is it?

@Nikkelien

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool omg you replied! Thank you!! Well to be honest, my brithday is still pretty far away😂. It's on the first of December. I habe anough money saved to buy it now, but I want to have something to look forward to😅💕.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Of course! The comments are my favorite part because I get to connect with YOU! December is not to far away :).

@Nikkelien

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool again, thank you so much! You truely are an inspiration. Your tutorials are so so so helpful. Thank you for sharing them with all of us💕.

I like the brighter, slightly tangier sound. As far as your hand sticking to the neck, you can always rough it up a bit with some sandpaper if you're not concerned about the uke having a pristine appearance from behind.

Very good review Katie. Ive tried several Fender ukes out. I really like the action on them and they are easy to play and sound really nice. Although I'm not a big fan a celebrity backed instrument, other than the Iz edition Martin which I would love to have❤, I couldnt see myself ever buying this Fender. I wonder why she left Luna for Fender for? I always say stay with who you braught to the dance.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Great insights! I understand what you're saying, and I'm not a hype person either. I can understand why she left Luna for Fender. Perhaps it's because they offered her a better deal. Artists make peanuts and have to sign massive 360 deals where almost all of the revenue (online music sales, tour merch, brand deals) goes to the record companies. Perhaps Fender offered her a better deal that would take care of her in the long run. Taylor Swift and Metallica did an amazing job protecting their money and rights, so maybe she's following their example. These are some great things to think about.

@dannyjohnson9592

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool you are so right I guess you got go with who is paying you the most. She is a very talented artists and deserves to make as much as she can.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, and she has the potential to grow with her audience and have a long career.

@pratimoksha1456

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty sweet to be joining the ranks of a Hendrix, Clapton, Raitt, Jett or Cobain too :)

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I think it's really cool that a young lady that is poised is a representative of Fender.

YAY finally! is amazing and beautiful 😍😍 I really want a tutorial of a Grace's song with this uke 😂👀

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I'm happy that this was something that you wanted to see :).

@kevinwood6206

5 жыл бұрын

The free 3 months of Fender play also has several of tutored Grace Uke songs within the lessons.

Thank you! Very helpful and informative 👏🏾

If you don't like gloss finishes rubbing the neck with wire wool solves the stickiness, you only need to remove the gloss, not all the varnish.

You should also try L.Luthier brand Coco and Koa Tenor ukulele. They sound great even thou is Malaysia brand 😊 I owned a L.Luthier full solid Koa. I am falling in love again hahaha 😂 I tried Fender before not Grace signature. It sound too deep for me, I prefer bright. But I LOVE the head stalk design. Maybe one day I will get Grace signature 😊 Malaysia only currently have the other version Fender ukulele but not Grace Signature. Have to wait and see. Great video review 😊 at least I can hear how Grace Signature sounds like. Thank you 😍

Got mine & I love it.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Nice! When did you purchase yours?

@ukuleleangela6153

5 жыл бұрын

what do you love about it?

Hi im a really big fan i learned a lot from your other videos

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being here! I really appreciate you and I'm so happy that this channel has helped you. Thanks for being the first to comment!

I’m getting this I’m so excited

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I'm getting excited for you!

Hi Katie! I’d just like to show some appreciation for the effort you put into your videos. I started learning ukulele around August last year, I’ve progressed so much and it’s all thanks to you! I started on a cheap soprano from Makala, and it’s served me well, but it was time for an upgrade. This would have been perfect for me, except I wanted a tenor. Anyway, I’ve decided to go with the Fender Rincon. I’d love it if you could tell me the name of the little riff that you play at 1:42, or point me in the direction of somewhere where I could learn it. Thank you so much for helping me embark on this amazing journey, I now can’t go a day without picking up an instrument, haha! ♥️🙏 🎶

Now I have to buy it 😂❤️

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I was thinking the same thing. Lol.

Katie just sawyou on rock class 101 with Evan...just beautiful

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Awwww!!! Thank you so much ♥️. You made my day 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰.

Hi Miss Katie! This a great review! I love the ukulele and i am thankful for reviewing it. I really wish they put a cutaway on the uke cause it is one my favorites! Just a question is the gigbag really padded? What do you think is the best between the 2 fender ukuleles? As always i love you and i have been one of your biggest fans! Edit: Can you teach an anime opening song? I prefer attack on titan. Thanks in advance!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

You are such a sweetheart and I adore you! You asked some great questions. Yes, the gig bag is padded and well constructed. I do prefer the sound and the feel of the Grace VanderWaal model. It feels more solid than the zuma. Both are great instruments, but I think you're getting more for your money with the Grace VanderWaal Uke. Thanks again for the questions. I really appreciate you.

02:08 "It's easy" ... from Beatles ... All you need is love !!!!

Hi Katie, Have this "on trial" at home right now and really like the sound. It's not "boxy" like other ukes I've tried....and have owned and tried LOADS of makes and models. The ONLY thing I'll say is it is QUIET. Definitely needs to be plugged in if playing with other instruments. Please, Katie, can you recommend a concert uke with this kind of brightness and balance of sound, but that is louder (need a pickup installed as well - or not as I can do that myself). I've watched all your review videos but can't find what I'm looking for

It looks very nice, sounds great and I like that gigbag! I haven't played a Laminate ukulele yet, but I'd love to try one. I'd prefer a cutaway, though 😀

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

HI!!!!! How are you today? I know what you mean about the cutaway. I miss playing my Gretsch for that reason because I can access the upper frets much more easily with the cutaway. When I was playing the diminished chord run during my sound test, my thumb was squished by the time I got to the last chord.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

By the way, your last cover was beautiful! I only had time to see the Instagram video, but it's on my list to see the full cover on your channel.

@awiealissa

5 жыл бұрын

I'm good, thanks, how are you? :) Yes, that's true. You have much more possibilities and it's also more fun to practice the notes on the upper frets when you have a cutaway and can reach it easily. With my first ukulele, I always avoided those notes. Ohh and thank you! I think I've never arranged and recorded a fingerstyle cover so quickly before :D I'm glad you're going to watch it, I even showed my face this time :) :D

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I know! You should show your face more often :). People will connect with you more, and you are a lovely young lady with an even lovelier heart!

@awiealissa

5 жыл бұрын

One Music School Yeah, I often don’t feel that comfortable with showing my face 🤷🏻‍♀️

I literally don’t care that it’s made by Grace, it’s so ducking pretty I wanna die 😍

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

It is a great uke and a great value.

I adore this little ukulele but several well known ukulele teachers I have checked in with have all said it's not worth the hype. They all felt that Fender put more into the cuteness and design of the instrument rather than actual quality. Most have told me to get a traditional style (most still highly advising Kahla) until Fender gets on point with this little thing. It's soooooo cute. I want one so badly, but I don't have a lot of money to throw away, so I am going to still stick with the traditionals for now, but I'm definitely hoping in a few years, we can hear an overall resounding YES on this little Fender ukulele. You're literally the first one I've heard say this was a good buy on all sides... Do you really think it's worth the money if you're not really necessarily considering it to be a professional level? Again, I feel like I could buy a tenor professional traditional model for that kind of money or just a little more. Seems like an awful lot of money to spend on a beginner / intermediate ukulele when you could get a traditional style with the same quality or better for less money.

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for watching. I’ve since been able to try a large variety of ukes from many different brands, and it’s definitely a buyers market. You can find pretty much anything to suit your personality and playing needs. If you can, I’d play it in person and see if it’s right for you. I have a “How to Upgrade Your Uke” Video that features lots of ukes to choose from and play them all back to back so that you can choose what “speaks” to you. I’ll link it below. If you’re looking for a beginner uke, I have a uke buyer’s guide for beginners that I think you’ll enjoy. I’ll also link it below. Overall, you’ll see and hear over 40 different ukes in these two videos. I talk about design details, features, and price. There are sound samples from Lanikai, Ohana, Kala, Flight, Córdoba 😀 . Let me know if you have any questions.

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

Upgrade your uke: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fo6fu62Jl7Ccn8Y.html

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

Uke buyers guide for beginners: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kXdh0rqjlrLOmLQ.html

So I have the Zuma fender uke, the same one that you own. Do you think is it worth buying the Grace VanderWaal signature ukulele?

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Good question. I would see the Grace V ukulele as a collectors item if you already have the Zuma. Do you really need both...I would say no. It depends upon whether you want another ukulele that has a brighter tone, pickup, gig bag, and Grace's personal touches. Sorry, I wish I had more of a definitive answer for you. It is really pretty, in my opinion.

@alicjatomczak5912

5 жыл бұрын

One Music School thanks for the answer 😊 I think if I bought it, it would be just because it is form Grace (cause I really like her) so I have to think is it really worth spending money😕

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I hear you. There have been a few things that I have purchased because someone I admire had it :). Let's be honest. LOL!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Remember, you don't need to own everything. You just need the things that are right for you. There will always be another uke...thing...to tempt you to buy it.

@alicjatomczak5912

5 жыл бұрын

One Music School yeah

I love that! Also, would you consider doing a review on the Grace Vanderwaal x Fender Moonlight Soprano Ukulele that also came out in that line?💕 I think it retails for about $99.99.😀

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being here! I would LOVE to! I just have to get my hands on it :). I have tried the other soprano uke by Fender, and the mini demo is in the depths of my Instagram as well as the Montecito. It would be great to compare the two sopranos :). Great idea.

@evagrace4630

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool 😁❤️

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

:)

Nice review, Katie......you are quite good at this....Some of these Fender Ukes have not had good reviews...This one seems to be better....The headstock is typical Fender..I like that...Do you think they would call me "Grace", if I had one?....Hope not....:)....I think that a signature Uke should be a Uke that is apart from the rest...this one does not seem to be that way.....This one might be the best one of the Fender lot though........Not good enough to be a "Katie" signature Uke.......:)...Thank you, Katie!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Greg! I put so much time into these videos, and you words are always very encouraging to me. Sometimes I think "I need to make sure it's just right...Greg's gonna see this." I agree with you that there have been some reviews of other Fender ukes that have not been favorable. There is so much competition out there, and a lot of these ukes start to sound and feel the same. This one feels different to me...literally and figuratively. Oh my goodness, that would be a DREAM COME TRUE to have my own signature uke! Maybe someday. Until then, I'm just going to keep one foot in front of the other keep enjoying the journey. Have a great day!

@Greg-vd5om

5 жыл бұрын

The very best to you, Katie!....:)

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

👍

Ok I want it sooooo much more now

we love ukulele queens

Just received mine. Put in new strings because I am a lefty. It has taken a few days for the strings to settle down and sound ok. Doesn't have the volume of my tenor uke. Still getting used to it.

Looks like I just put my personal Christmas gift to myself in my cary

i wish i could get tho im from philippines and its kinda sad that i cant get one :( i would have both of them for a collection

This will not make any sense (great way to open with a comment, huh?) Could you show how you play the "diddy" you played when showing the comparison of the two models? It ends with C chord and had a little finger picking of the E and A strings...It would be fun little trick to have in my simple list of songs I can play so far. :-) Thank you for your time and effort you put into your videos!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

This was a great question, and I have a tutorial for this little riff :). Here it is... kzread.info/dash/bejne/eoV_j8mNg6-uoNY.html I hope you enjoy it, and thank you so much for watching :). It means so much to me that you would not only watch but leave me a comment :).

I love it, sounds so great! This would be the little twin of my guitar, as it has the same head shape, pickup and plug in ^^ But I'd love to have an ukulele *with* electronics so I could record and amplify it. The price sounds okay! But not sure if you can get it in Germany.

That's so cool😍😍😍

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I hope you liked the video! Thanks so much for joining me today ;).

@aldrichibia8302

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome😊😊😊 as a viewer we should also make you happy🙂🙂🙂

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

You do! You all make me so happy, and I'm so grateful for you!

@aldrichibia8302

5 жыл бұрын

😍😊

I love how you say 'ukulele'! \m/

☝🎶🏡Aaaaaaaaaah, great intro:) Great review. Good to know about this pick up brand. Ya, satin finished neck please. The price with everything included with this model seems reasonable. It does sound brighter. If it gets more people, playing the ukulele, it's a win-win. You mentioned in your quick Instagram livestream, you may have an easier version of your Beatles song for the colab. I'm finding it a challenge. Both parts, can't get the speed or the finger picking, to sound good at all. Like to participate, yet at this stage it's not happening. Any ideas would be appreciated Katie. On a brighter note, I'm getting two Laminated Mahogany Sopranos from Sun Star to give as a wonderful musical gift this Christmas. 🙌🙌

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

AWWWW That's awesome! I'm assuming they're they student models? I love that little uke so much. That is the one that I use to teach at my studio the most. Thank you for leaving your questions. They helped start a really good conversation about value vs brand promotion. Everyone should be asking that before they purchase something.

@arc1105

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool Hi Katie. Yes they are the entry level student Sun Star sopranos. I'm going to ask them to join your channel as they will be first time ukulele players. Jeffrey was so helpful. Also I will point out your video playing the same model. That should cause even bigger smiles. Happy day.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks! Yes, Jeffrey is a great person!

i love it omg

Thanks Miss Katie for your recommendation.I was looking at it few months again in the music store.Hesitating to buy or not to.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Ooooo! you've played it? What did you think? Let us know your thoughts. I think you could shop around and decide if the tone is right for you because it's more so on the bright side, but it's a pretty instrument.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

By the way, it's always great to see you here!

Hi, probably 4 years too late to the party here but can you advise on what I should get for an 8yr old. They are learning at school. I see a fender Venice and a Zuma. One is a soprano the other a concert? What’s the big difference? Which should I choose! ( I’m a guitarist so will probably jam it too)

I have the Signature Uke but the tuner doesn't work, I press it and it doesn't do anything, I don't know if it's because it isn't plugged in and I also haven't plugged it in before so it might be the cause but I'm not sure.

@karlzanft1546

5 жыл бұрын

Have you removed the plastic separating the battery from the contacts inside the pick up? I don't mean this offensively, but I saw it in another review here on youtube!

Hi Katie, Can you please do a tutorial of this song you played for the first sound demo? Also, how much would I be paying now for the Australian dollar (AUD)

I love Grace Vanderwaal and I will buy her ukulele just to send her some money. I will buy anything from companies that sponsor and support Grace, because she is a fantastic artist that will contribute greatly to the music and performance industry. I will even squeeze my ugly gnarly feet into Gucci shoes just because she sang so. Nope, I am not a biased fanatic Fanderwaal. I am just a Human.

Is this better then Mitchell MU40 Soprano Ukulele Natural can you let me know pleases I will gladly appreciate it🥰🥰🥰

Ok, so you say this is a great uke for a beginner to intermediate player. What do you recommend for intermediate and on?

@OneMusicSchool

4 жыл бұрын

Good question! Here’s a video that I think will help you 😀. It has lots of recommendations. How to upgrade your uke- kzread.info/dash/bejne/fo6fu62Jl7Ccn8Y.html

Nice!

I was at Guitar Center and I saw there was a Mitchell MU70CE Cutaway with the Fishman and made of spruce I think, I was wondering how do you think it compares to the GV uke?

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Good question, and I have no idea. If you can play them side by side and decide which feels and sounds better to you, that would be best. You'll never know unless you actually play them, and you'll know which one just "feels" better.

I have this ukulele, I’m new so this could be me not knowing what I’m doing but my nut scratches and digs into my hand, it gets painful after 10 minutes or so. The edges of the nut just seem sharp to me. Bummer.

I've got a problem: i've got Zuma Fender uke and i would love to buy this Grace Vanderwaal's uke for chtistmas but they're very similar and it's expensive so i don't know what to think about it😕

I’m trying to buy a ukulele! I wanted to ask whats your favorite model? Or if this one is one that would be good for song covers?

I just purchased the zuma should i cancel it and order the grace version

@647vman

4 жыл бұрын

Is it worth the extra 70$

I'm from Malaysia, do you know how can I get my hands on one of this G Vanderwaal Fender ukulele?? Heidmusic doesn't ships to my country and the distributors in my country does not have them too...

There’s one for $70 on Reverb right now

@OneMusicSchool

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

Wait, you only have to pay $200??? I have to pay $500 here in New Zealand 😂😢

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Yikes! That's a lot of money!

Does it have side markers

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. Thanks for your question.

Is that available in all countries like Lebanon. And Is that suitable for beginners ukulele players and how much it costs please?

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks for watching. I do answer all of those questions in the review very specifically, so let me know if you have any other questions if you didn't find my answers in the video satisfying. I don't know if they ship to Lebanon, but I'm sure a big company like Fender could. It will probably have a bigger shipping cost.

@samiralabed9232

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answering my questions and i really like this ukulele but I'm a classical guitarist teacher i don't have enough time to practice well I'm still beginners in ukulele i have a mahalo one with Jack fish and actually i don't don't have a lot of money to buy an expensive one especially this while I'm little sick I'm not working to save enough money. Thank you for answering my questions and i appreciated if you can give a little advices how can i improve myself in practicing, please. Thank you!

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching :). I bet you are a great at the ukulele. If you can play the guitar, I'm sure you're doing great on the ukulele. You don't need an expensive one at all to make beautiful music or to enjoy the instrument. If you have one that works for you, that is the best one for you.

@samiralabed9232

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kindness and devices you are a really wonderful person 🙏👍

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

👍😌☺

I bought this ukulele, the only thing i don't like about it is that it is fairly heavy. Since I am just getting started to learn, maybe I will get used to it, but as of now I am having trouble holding it while I am standing. Is it really the weight of the ukulele that is causing the problem? Or does it just take time to getting used to, even though it is on the heavier side?

@jwan1120

4 жыл бұрын

Get a strap to relieve some of the weight. Also, you will be able to focus on playing instead of worrying about holding the ukulele.

How much is that?😍😍 (still watching the vid if you said it)

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Lol! $199

Hey! I have a question. Is it able to have a strap?

1:36 whats song??

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

That's just something that I made up. Perhaps I should make a video.

@melinaramirez9411

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchool ohhh I loved your notes. It sounded very good. Fairs make a vídeo and create your own song!! You have a lot of talent ❤👏🌸

Laminate vs solid wood? What are your thoughts KZreads?

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Depends upon the build, the brand, and what I’m looking for 😀.

@Dontbustthecrust

5 жыл бұрын

@@OneMusicSchoolJust bought a new solid wood tenor from Teton. Have you had a chance to review their products? You're channel is just so great! Thanks for doing what you do.

I wish they had went for genuine Klusons tuners instead of copies.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

I think those would have been too heavy for the instrument making the instrument unbalanced and too top heavy. I think that's why they chose the copies.

I don't know. I have been playing ukulele for last two years and I don't seem to be impressed with this uke. It's sound not so bright as others. I have Ortega Rosewood series limited edition (reverse headstock), so I can say it's similar to this one and it's much brighter. But if you are Grace's fan.. nothing else matters!

i am so happy this was in my feed today! So do you like a bright sounding uke? is that a good thing to go with your singing voice? i am a soprano, and want to pick a good uke to sing with. and I'm confused if mellow or bright is better. and are the strings fluorocarbon or nylon? maybe that is affecting tone. you can go here for an example of my singing if you have time. kzread.info/dash/bejne/hHxrs5ttcsbLfKw.html i would love a uke with a pickup because i think its better for recording i heard. not sure. trying to figure it all out.

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Great questions :). I tried to be as unbiased as I possibly could with the sound test and my personal preference because I know that some people want a more mellow tone and some want a punchy, bright tone to cut through. Brighter or darker doesn't necessarily mean that one is better than the other, so I tried to let the listener decide if brighter or mid range was better for them. I hope that makes sense. For recording purposes, an instrument with a pickup can help isolate the uke track without any other noises interfering. Some people prefer to mic the uke because they feel that it really captures the true tone of the live instrument, and others can't stand it :). It's all trial and error to see what you like the best. Sorry. I wish I could tell you for sure one way or the other.

@ukuleleangela6153

5 жыл бұрын

ok. thank you

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Anytime

You are the only one to like it every other review say it’s appalling to play And a travesty on the fender name

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Yup. That's my opinion.

It's not a ookelele

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

That’s how your pronounce it, but I don’t mind if people use the other pronunciation. Thanks for watching.

So stupid that Fender's signature is on the top and not Grace's 😡

@OneMusicSchool

5 жыл бұрын

Well, To be fair, it’s Fender that’s producing the uke and not Grace. Fender is a iconic brand that has been a round for a very long time.

@solid401

5 жыл бұрын

True that 😊 but i think they could have her signature on the front also, when u hanging the uku up on thr whal you cant see Grace's signature 😔