A great instrument with real character at a great price. Even with the import duties into the UK it was still hugely competitive to buying anything similar in the UK and the service was great. The finish is perfect and, just as with my Resonator and electric blues ukes from Shannon & her team, everyone who sees it comments on how great it looks. . . even those uke sceptics who think my habits odd or out of control. A brilliant little thing.

After owning the steel string guitalele for a month or two, I wanted to share my thoughts with anyone who is considering one. GO AHEAD AND GET IT! I've brought it with me to jams around my area and it serves as a bit of a show stopper. The spruce top and the tuning gives it a unique sound and the six strings translate to guitar fingering. The contruction is solid, the action is great, and it comes with strap buttons already installed. It's become a go-to tool as I figure out chording on new songs because it's so handy. The only down side has been finding a sturdy case, but I eventually found one for a baritone uke. Love my guitalele

I’m no ukulele player but I’ve played the guitar for going on 12 years now. A year or so ago I built a partscaster and during that time I got really interested in tone woods and pattens different exotic woods put out. I’ve also been training under a friend, whose a luthier, so I can hopefully one day follow in his footsteps. With that being said, I learned a lot about what looks and sounds good. I must say, sound smith did an extraordinary job on this instrument. The spalted maple used on the back and sides is so beautiful. The grain pattern is just exquisite. Also love the unique choice of the black walnut fretboard and bridge. Probably my favorite thing about this instrument that drew me to it and makes it unique in comparison to other ukuleles on the market that I’ve seen. Is it has an arched back on it. Super cool design and I also feel that it helps the Ukulele project more sound from itself. As I said before I’m no ukulele player, so I don’t have much experience with ukuleles. However, I can tell you from comparing it to my girlfriends Ukulele, this Uk sounds wayyyyy better, hands down. I was also super impressed with the case that comes with this thing. Like.. no expenses were spared, it’s top notch. The pictures, portray the case as like a typical gig bag, however this thing is pretty heavy duty for a gig bag. It has like a hard shell in side the lining of the case and also is lined with a beautiful blue velvet. Then lastly, I can’t end this review without giving the owner a round of applause for her customer service! This was my first time buying from sound smith, never met the owner prior. But she was really awesome to deal with, honestly I have NEVER witnessed such great customer service skills before. So, Thank you, sound smith for the awesome instrument!! And I hope I can find a reason to order from you again!

this is a beautiful instrument with even more beautiful sound. It has a wonderful warm tone and a long sustain. Can’t go wrong with this uke, and Shannon is wonderful to work with.

I just received the SoundSmith Chromatic Harmonica. With a light blow, produces a beautiful sound. I am totally blown away with the low price for such a wonderful harmonica.

I just received my second purchase from Sound Smith - a spalted maple tenor ukulele. I love it already. Now I just can't decide which of my ukuleles to play. Thank you for your wonderful product and great customer service.

My M 26 Tenor uke arrived in 3 days and was beautiful right out of the box. It arrived in tune sounding and looking beautiful! It was much better than I thought it would be.

After eyeing up a few Sound Smith ukuleles, I jumped at purchasing a tenor sapele on sale while visiting my son in Bend. Literally twenty minutes later, I was picking it up at the Sound Smith home store where Shannon passed it out the door to me! Amazing, huh? It's a truly lovely instrument, and a wonderful value. Sweeter sound and tone than I could have hoped for. Thank you so much, Shannon! My son and his partner immediately put one on their Christmas lists. Look for another order during the holidays to get our family band started. Love the simple styling in a matte finish. Perfect. :)

I received my Resonator a few days ago and love it. Here are 5 reasons to consider Sound Smith. First, Shannon was quick to respond to any questions I had. Second, the uke is really nice-looking including the walnut fretboard and body. Third, the uke has a great resonator tone which (in my opinion) is much better than other similar resonators in this price range. Fourth, the price is excellent for the quality you are getting (including a great hardshell case). Finally, delivery was flawless as it came exactly when scheduled. Well done Sound Smith!

If a uke looks good it's gonna be easier to play good - is that the saying. I researched long and hard for the best looking and best sounding tenor uke with a resonator and all the reviews pointed to Sound Smith. Buying direct and from overseas wasn't something I normally do but there was no other way of buying this uke via one of the ugly corporates which kind of amplified why it looked like the right choice. Dealing with Shannon just confirmed a values match that promised a lot for the quality of the uke - she couldn't have been more accommodating, positive or reasonable as shipping to overseas isn't easy or cheap for a small company either. Even after getting stung by UK customs it was still more than worth it. Even with an inflated import bill the overall cost was competitive with the nearest equivalent you can buy online or in a UK shop (maybe eventually about £30-40 more but worth it). And the inflated tax bill was because it looks so good the Custom's people thought it must be worth far more than I was paying! You won't buy one of these regularly so you want it to sound and look great. Buying from a small company that takes care and pride in what it sells shows through. The reality is even better than the good reviews. The finish on the uke is great with no obvious rough frets or edges. I really like the lined edging - a jazzy style that suits the resonator uke but timeless. There's a lovely feel to the wood which you think will age well - not overly polished and authentic looking. The strap fits nicely and in brown looks like it was made to go with the uke - like a waistcoat and a suit. The hard case it comes with is a snug fit at the top but light and clearly strong - excellent for the tube trips to Ukulele Wednesday jams around London. Then the sound - really nice. Loud but not too loud to take to a jam. A bit like a banjo but less tinny - the richness of the wood somehow giving it a depth. The chords ring on from the resonator but there is no jarr...

Great above entry level ukulele. fine workmanship, beautiful colour and a treat to play.We have a few ukuleles kicking around and I have to say this is the most (honest ) one we have. The bridge is compensated for the maximum best intonation. Sound amazing, even in the higher frets. I wish some of the mainstream manufactures would try this. Some of us have ears!. Thanks Shannon and your support staff for setting up this beauty for us Tim C