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Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele

Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele

Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele
$  169.99

Score By Feature

Based on 253 ratings
Sound quality
9.92
Value for money
9.69
Craftsmanship
9.48

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Product Description

Its body has a gloss finish with Hawaiian Koa wood and the top has a matte
There is a rosette on the top and binding made of abalone
The neck and fingerboard are made of Nyatoh, and the bridge is made of rosewood
The Grover chrome tuners give it a sharp sound
There is a lifetime warranty on it

Questions & Answers

What kind of tuners does it have?

The Grover tuners have closed tuning mechanisms.

Do the Aquila strings come packaged with this product?

In short, yes.

What should I choose this or the Cordoba 20cm or Kala ka SC?

She has a Cordoba, and she loves it The Oscar OU5 is a nice instrument, sure, but my husband and I prefer my Oscar OU5. Kala KA-5 is one of the models I own My Oscar is worth ten times more than the one with that tenor. 'Oscar just rings like a bell' is a comment I remark on a lot, and this tone is wonderful In other words, the sound is pure and clean, and it carries on for a long time. Ukuleles are among my favorite instruments and Oscar stands up nicely to the Martin Tenor I have. Those two have my favorite sound and ease. OU5 here at Amazon. It came with a tuner, cloth, CD, etc. I bought it from Amazon because the action is good and low on both. The total cost was probably about $180 for everything. It came with an excellent hard-foam case that protects really well. My heart would race if I was given another Oscar.

Selected User Reviews For Oscar Schmidt OU5 Concert Ukulele

For the money, this is the best ukulele you can buy
4/5

The ukulele is my first experience with the instrument. I've played guitar for years but only recently picked it up. The purchase price for this purchase has to be less than $200, but it must look good and sound good. My options eventually narrowed down to the Oscar Schmidt OU5, after doing a lot of research both online and in stores. The price of this ukulele tends to be between $120 and $130 The price of this ukulele puts it above cheap models and more toward the middle range for beginners and intermediate players. In addition, I recommend skipping the bundle unless you are absolutely certain that you will need everything it includes, as it does not save you much money by comparing OU5 - one of the prettiest ukuleles under $300. Looks
The OU5 has a very beautiful appearance. This model has a very attractive koa laminate finish and an abalone rosette and purfling that make it appear much more expensive. From pictures, I had mixed feelings about the shoulder bridge and less traditional headstock, but upon seeing them in person I am pleased with them. There are slight differences in the shades of brown on the fretboard, which I find pleasing to look at. I would like the fretboard dot inlays to be abalone or more interesting, like diamonds, and I would like more beautiful tuners, but these are minor issues. The following disclaimer will apply to this section Build Quality. At this price I was concerned about buying an instrument online without seeing it first, so I ordered two in the hopes of selling one at cost to a friend and returning the other in case it turned out to be a dud. In the end, it was the latter that I had to deal with. There were many obvious issues with one of the ukuleles, which affected both its appearance and playability, so it was returned. In my opinion, the other ukulele was in better condition and is the basis of my review. The model has been criticized for being too bulky by some reviewers, but I appreciate it for its The finish on the guitar had some minor imperfections, especially around the inner edge of the sound hole. Additionally, there was some glue excess at the point where the fretboard meets the body, just above the sound hole. There is a small piece of abalone missing, about 2mm wide, for the purfling. There are many issues with this device, however they are all small enough that you will not notice them It was quite dry on the fretboard, but it can be fixed by applying a little fretboard conditioner. It is common among this price range for a bone nut and saddle to be preferred over plastic. I like the Grovers, plus I like it that it has a The string set I received came with Aquila strings and I love the sound of it. I'd describe it as slightly mellower than a typical concert ukulele, but somewhat pleasant nonetheless. I was not able to get this model as loud as other models but it resonates well, at least in The factory setup was straightforward when it came to playing the game. I like the intonation throughout the fret board, and the action is acceptable even though it is a bit high. Ukuleles in this range are usually heavier than this model, but while it feels balanced and comfortable to hold, it is also slightly heavier than most in this category. As well as the neck, it is As a whole I would consider this to be one of the best beginner ukuleles on the market and one of the best value for the money. In order to get a significantly nicer instrument, you would have to spend significantly Even though there are issues with the one I returned, I would recommend the game if you have a chance to test it out before purchasing or if you are purchasing from a site with a reasonable return policy.

Jianna FitzGerald
Jianna FitzGerald
| Nov 06, 2020
The instrument is stunning! Beautiful is the best way to describe this instrument
5/5

As you can see, the wood is darker than it appears in the picture, so if you think it looks like maple or pine, it doesn't. I am absolutely blown away by the sound. This game is a lot of fun to play. A high level of quality goes into the tuning mechanisms. Beginners and intermediate players should definitely check out this game. Other than that, I really like this instrument. I think the strings need to be changed since they are quite thick for my taste. There is a case that comes with it. To find out if it did, I looked everywhere on the listing. In the listing at the time, it was not indicated that any cases were Therefore, you do not have to purchase With this soft sided case, you will find one backpack. Besides having a strap, it also has a handle, which allows it to be carried instead of being carried on the This authentic Hawaiian feel is created by the Koa wood's unique sound. It makes a difference when compared with maple or other woods, for example. I would recommend this instrument very highly!.

Lilyana Ayala
Lilyana Ayala
| Nov 25, 2020
The first step towards a new hobby was well taken
5/5

A former guitarist and first time ukulele player, I wanted something on the higher end of "entry level" for my first ukulele, and after spending about 3 weeks with this uke (about 3-1/2 hours a day) I decided to purchase it (I play this instrument heavily for four to five hours a day, four or five days a week, and cannot complain about the build quality. It has been several days since we broke in the strings, but the tuners have stayed in tune very well after that. fretwire ends are all cut/filed smooth to match the edges of the neck areas. Those are beautiful sounds coming from this instrument. There is no bright, orange finish like the picture of the product page and the finish more closely resembles the picture of the bundle with the same instrument In addition,.

Dylan Noble
Dylan Noble
| Jul 12, 2021
It is so cool to play on an ukulele! The delivery was very fast and the product was beautiful
5/5

The order was placed late Thursday afternoon, and the product arrived early Saturday morning in perfect condition! It was a tremendous job by Amazon and Zorro Sound, thank you for the great customer service! (
This is not only a beautiful ukulele, but its KOA wood gives it a true beautiful ukulele This instrument's action is set up great from the first fret to the last one, and it maintains tuning pretty well. There is no bleeding of overtones, clean, clear notes, and it is very Buying a ukulele near $100 is a good decision, but go ahead and spend a few dollars more to get this ukulele. You won't regret it. Very happy with this instrument. Now I just need to find a carrying case! A great product that I would recommend!.

Saylor Hubbard
Saylor Hubbard
| Jun 05, 2021
A better ukulele than one under one hundred dollars
5/5

I have been playing the concert ukulele for two years now. My first ukulele was a highly rated one on Amazon for 70 bucks, but the washers on the keys were loose, vibrate, and weren't able to be tightened, so I returned it and decided to spend a little more than double on this one.

On the bottom where the neck attaches to the body, the grain looks bad, and there is glue visible, and on the top of the neck an area has been missed out on However, they are very minor details, and I feel like this is a great ukulele for the price.

Lyra NICHOLLS
Lyra NICHOLLS
| May 07, 2021
Beginners who are looking for an improved ukulele can't go wrong with this! I am learning how to play ukulele for the first time on this stunning instrument! It sounds so professional, and the sound quality is fantastic
5/5

Despite having very small hands, I am able to play this game easily. It seems a lot of people have trouble keeping their ukulele in tune, but I for one really enjoy tuning mine. Using the amazon electric tuner is a breeze (it is the lowest priced electric tuner you will ever find) I play every two months There is no trouble, it is in tune for a whole day afterward, and it does not need to be adjusted. If you are looking for an instrument that doesn't sound like a toy, then I highly recommend this brand and this size uke. a good volume, but can also be set to a soft setting. The instrument I play is fantastic!.

Viviana Hansen
Viviana Hansen
| Mar 20, 2021

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