Aklot Soprano Ukulele 21 Inch Solid Mahogany Ukelele beginner kit with Gig Bag Tuner Strap String Instruction Booklet

I’ve been toying with the idea of getting a ukulele for some time so when lockdown was imposed for a second time decided then that time was now. After much research I opted for the Aklot tenor ukulele as it was sensibly priced and came with a selection of accessories including a tuner (essential), strap, plectrums, cleaning cloth, spare strings and carry bag. It also came with a little beginners booklet and a chord chart which was very useful for getting started as I was a complete beginner. The ukulele is a wonderful bit of craftsmanship, very well made with nice little touches such as the bird shaped bridge and engraved bird and makers name in the headstock, all the components such as the tuners and fretboard etc are top quality. Tuning the ukulele was very easy using the supplied tuner, simply clip it onto the headstock, select the Uc option and it indicates when each string is perfectly tuned. The ukulele sounds exceptionally good with a rich sound that surprised me a little, I was expecting it to sound a bit tinny, but it resonates superbly and holds the notes well, and unlike some ukuleles that I read reviews on this one doesn’t need tuning every 5 minutes, although I tend to check the tuning at the start of every practice session. Overall I am very pleased with my purchase and would certainly recommend anyone thinking of taking up the ukulele to consider an Aklot.

Ok, so, in my life I bought dozens of instruments from beginner's cheap ones to professional items - that's over 25 years of my hobby. I'm not a musician, I just love playing on different instruments even if I am jumping from one to another without getting enough skill to actually perform anywhere. This Uki is possibly THE best deal I've ever had hands down. Simple as that. I was always afraid of instruments "made in China" due to quality issues, especially cheaper ones but this was just mind blowing. Now, I'm sure there are better Ukis out there, no question about it - but here you get EXCEPTIONAL instrument that is well made, materials are top notch, sound is amazing, no technical problems, SMOOTH neck (usually one of the most common issue with non-craftsman instruments), it looks very cool and reminds me more of my +£1000 guitars than it does the cheaper instruments. It has amazingly delicate and clear sound (and that is considering I am really bad at using it now). But wait, this is just the instrument itself. You get an absolute TON of things with it that contrary to the usual "throw-in" stuff is actually great. Tuner is very precise and easy to use. It is much better than the one I have that supposed to be a pro item. You get a strap that is very decent and easy to put on, you get a spare set of strings of good quality, 2 picks, both well made (one is a felt pick that is quite hard to find locally). You get a nice starter book and a cloth to keep your Uki polished. Oh yeah, and a bag! While not thick padded it is STILL a padded one that is instantly much better than other bags (they are usually just material with no padding). So, to sum it up - I tried to convince my wife for YEARS to get some instrument to play with me without success - but she actually wants this one for herself. That should tell you a lot if you know how it works with convincing spouses about something for years. My only regret is that I don't have money now for a second one, otherwise it would already be ordered. I recommend that Uki with all my heart.

Had a lousy cheap thing for a while but really wanted to get into ukulele properly, which meant much better quality. Didn't want to spend the earth on my first in case i didn't carry it on though and this looked a good choice. It was a fantastic choice. Arrived quick and in perfect condition. Easy and fast to tune and once its tuned and you've played a while the strings really set-in nicely, i check every couple of days and not needed any tuning for about 3 weeks now. You get a great sound out of it and it really is a joy to play. The book you get is perfect to get you going even for an absolute beginner. I was puzzled by the thick, felt pick at first, having never seen one before, but they really are great to use when you get used to them... mines starting to get worn already! Once you get the basic chords done, greet to a guitar chord site and search for ukulele chords for your favourite songs, you'll be amazed at how many you can play by learning about 6 chords. It never occurred to me that a uke would need a capo so that's next to open up more songs. Fantastic product and if you are looking to learn, look no further than this. If you're a bloke, the smallest you should get is the 23" really as the frets are small fir getting two fingers in and you'll struggle with smaller, however for me the 26" seemed too big and took away its novelty value. I have been playing guitar about 16 years by the way so found this way easier than most will - just don't give up, you wont regret this purchase!

A lovely looking and well finished ukulele, and a very good sound.

I have some experience of playing the accoustic guitar but recently wanted to try playing the ukulele Read the reviews on the Aklot Tenor solid mahogany ukulele and although sceptical due to the price thought it was worth taking a risk. On unpacking my initial impression was it looks a really well finished instrument and as far as able to tell it is of all solid construction. The accessory kit is welcome. The tuner seems to agree with my other tuner and is very easy to use. The strap is nice quality and the rest of the accessory's will be useful. I tuned it and checked the intonation which according to the tuner is perfect. I am really impressed with the finish and cant fault it with no signs of excess glue. The biggest concern I had was the frets might be sharp but on my instrument they were very smooth. On starting to play in my opinion the tone is really nice and it has good sustain. The only criticism is that on my one the action is a little high 3.5mm at the twelfth fret but I will let the instrument settle for a week before adjusting. That said it is easy to play out of the box. This is my third ukulele, the first being a Flight concert round back which my wife has commandeered! I built a second from a kit which was not a straight forward as the advert implied and had to be modified in a number of ways to make it playable and I am still trying to dress the frets. The Aklot definitely sounds superior to this one. To summarise I am very happy with the Aklot and think for the price or even spending another £20 or £30 would have been lucky to find a better one. I was tempted to give it a 4 star rating due to the previously mentioned slightly high action but feel considering the price and the otherwise excellent quality and value that would have been harsh. UPDATE After removing 1mm from the base of the bone bridge to ( a common and easy adjustment to guitars and ukuleles) it has made the good ukulele into an excellent one. I can only highly recommend the Aklot Tenor to anyone looking to buy their first Ukulele or those who want to upgrade.

I purchased this Ukelele from reading the reviews and they mostly gave it high marks. I think they were absolutely right. Now, I am a total beginner at music, but I do know about woodwork, having made furniture for many years, and in my opinion, the woodwork is excellent and the finish really good. No marks or chips, no excess glue run out. the shape is lovely with a nicely rounded top edge to save your wrists from scraping, realy good. I'm told cheap ukeleles often go out of tune, well after a few practise sessions it did need re-tuning but after a further couple of weeks practicing every day for at least 20min, I have not had to do it again. The rest of the kit is fine considering the price, the carry bag is lightweight but seems sturdy enough. It has a carry handle and also strapping for use as a rucksack. It came with a small electronic tuner and battery. It worked but so small I could not see it easily with my less than perfect eyes. But all I can say is for the price I am very pleased, it beat my expectations and I have no hesitation in giving it 5 stars.

I’ve only been playing one day and cannot fault this little Ukulele (having never played a Uke before). The sound is richer than expected, the tuner is first class (with the only gripe being the teeny-weeny screw that needs to be removed before installing the battery) and the sound and build quality is excellent for the price. The online AI assessed tuition is brilliant. Being able to practice and have feedback on your progress is worth every penny. Given a choice, I would’ve liked a more quirky carry case and strap, but those are things that can be upgraded later, so that’s not really an issue at this price. A great starter Ukulele!

So this was my second ever Ukulele, after a very unhappy experience with a cheap £25 soprano. I realised I needed more space on the fret board for playing better and as a result this instrument has helped me go from beginner to intermediate for how well it plays and feels. The kit - As described, it came with gig bag, Aklot branded tuner, spare strings (generic, nylon, nice quality), a gig strap (checkerboard coloured, handy), and a few things like chord chart and beginners guide. For the price, this was perfect. The sound - I have included a video of the sound as it plays nicely. It has open geared tuners which are high ratio - I didn't know what that meant at first but now I know that essentially means more accurate tunings and less 'slip' so even if it does need a tune up its a tweak here and there, not way out. Resonance in the high end can be a bit sharp. I am impressed as I have since played, and own, much higher priced ukulele's and this holds its own against double its price range easily comparable to any Kala solid mahogany options (which are all around £100-150). The ukulele - Pros - I really like the etched logo, lovely carved/etched out rosette and the bird saddle. I love how this has real bone and decent enough strings to make it sound and play nicely. I love how easy it is to play. The frets were not sharp and I have not needed to sand or alter the set up at all. The bridge/nut/saddle all as stock and work lovely. The weighting is nice. The price makes this a great great option. Cons - The finish could be nicer with a thicker gloss lacquer, as after months of daily playing in places it has shined up and other places flattened out, but that is wear and tear. As mentioned, the resonance in the high end can be a bit sharp but nice bass and good intonation so it is more likely to be string related rather than the wood. I would change the strings but it plays so nicely in the mid ranges and for most of my stuff and stays in tune so well that I almost do not want to. The lack of closed gears and the peculiar string slotting through the body, means if i am picky, it takes longer to bed into a stretched tune but in fairness it holds tune for days. Overall - I think for the price this is a simply wonderful recommendation. I have played at least 1-2 hours a day on this very Ukulele for nearly 2 months and I have not had any real fault with it. I have since fallen into a Ukulele Acquisition Syndrome and have 6 ukulele's and love to play this one still, over and over, as it is consistent. Considering this is a low priced (around £50-60) ukulele, it competes with mid range (circa £100-150) all day long. **I would highly recommend, and think this best serves someone like me who has/had a soprano and needs to have a bit more room for fingering the chords, but does not yet want to commit to something that will be £300. It really allowed me to grow as a player from a basic beginner, knowing nothing, to playing 40+ chords and at pace. That is the closest you can get to the definition of a Beginner to Intermediate and this Uke got me there.**

This is 7th ukulele that my family has purchased in the past 9 month, all of varying price ranges, brands, and sizes. UNBOXING The ukulele arrived promptly and with all of the promised accessories. The starter pack comes in a nice box resembling a gift. The ukulele was securely wrapped inside of the bag inside of the box to prevent scratches. The bag is of good quality and is thicker than bags I received with ukes that were twice the price. The ukulele is a beautiful color and is quite pleasing to hold. The edges of the fret board are very smooth. The top of the ukulele has a rounded edge that is quite comfortable in your arms. The back of the ukulele has a slight curve which helps to project the sound. The dove bridge is really pretty. The ukulele came with pins for straps. Strangely, the strap that came with it is not the kind that uses the pins. The included tuner is adequate, but you must remember to set it to UC for it to work correctly. One felt pick and one plastic pick were included in the starter pack. This is important because felt picks are really the best for the soft ukulele strings where as guitar strings are tougher and can handle a plastic pick. The cleaning cloth is a nice touch, however the matte finish of this ukulele doesn’t really show fingerprints and using the included case should help keep it clean. FIRST TUNING I’ve purchased ukuleles both on-line and in speciality music stores. Right out of the box the strings on this ukulele were much closer to being in tune than many of my other purchases. The included book does a great job of explaining how to tune the ukulele. Many ukuleles are shipped with such loose strings that you really need to understand the c scale to figure out how to get them tuned. My first Amazon purchased ukulele had really loose strings and didn’t come with tuning directions causing me some anxiety. So, the included starter guide is a HUGE bonus to this kit especially if it is being purchased for a beginner. SUBSEQUENT TUNINGS As expected, it takes a bit of playing before the strings settle/stretch enough that they can stay in tune for an entire hour. This is NORMAL for all new stringed instruments. I’ve played this ukulele for about 6 hours over the past week and it now stays in tune for an entire hour practice session. I have noticed that the E string becomes really flat when the instrument sits for 48 hours without being played. SOUND I am very impressed with the sound of the Aklot ukulele. It is very warm and pleasing to the ear. It is of comparable sound quality to a “name brand” solid mahogany concert ukule that a family member purchased for twice the price. I personally feel like the action on this ukulele is a bit high. Therefore, I needed to press the strings a bit harder to keep them from buzzing than I do on my more expensive “name brand” uke. This was only a slight problem for the first few days I was using it. My fingers have since gotten use to the feel and I do not have trouble with the buzzing. CONCLUSION This is a fantastic ukulele for the price! The starter kit is a great value and the included instruction book is a real bonus. I would recommend this ukulele to anyone who wants to play but doesn’t have a lot of money to fork out on a “name brand” instrument. You can take this uke to jams and group lessons with no fear of being embarrassed. The quality is so good that no-one will know it’s not a “name brand” unless you tell them. Keep in mind, instruments want to be played. Their sound quality continues to improve the more they are played.

This is my third Amazon uke purchase (my first soprano). They have all been surprisingly well-made. The Aklot looks beautiful, sounds sweet, and stays in tune after the first few days.

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Excelente opción para principiantes, BBB.

I am a beginner Ukulele player so wasn't sure what I should purchase. I looked around alot and did some research. I decided on Akot tenor Ukulele. I am very pleased with my purchase. The things that came with the Ukulele were useful and of good quality, particularly good for a beginner who was not sure what was needed. The Ukulele has a great sound, even with a beginner using it!