What passes as affordable when it comes to ukuleles is simply impossible to find elsewhere. However, there is one category of ukuleles that is even cheaper than that.

We are talking about the most basic, dirt cheap models which are primarily designed with beginners in mind.

Some of the biggest names in the business don’t even bother with this category. This is perfectly normal as they have a very different user base that insists on quality over quantity.

Even though you probably won’t find an extremely cheap Kanilea anytime soon, this vacuum has left enough room for a number of budget oriented uke brands to jump in.

One such brand is Diamond Head. The range of their ukuleles rarely reaches higher than intermediate level.

However, without them, we would have much fewer beginner players out there and those. One model that really sticks out for a number of reasons is the Diamond Head DU-150.

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Ukulele is one of those rare types of musical instruments, which is capable of instantly lighting up the mood in a place.

Couple of chords later and everyone has a smile on their faces. Improving your skill on a uke takes time, but it doesn’t have to be boring. On the contrary, you can have a great time developing your skills by learning new and exciting songs.

Today we are going to show you some of the best songs to play on ukulele, which will be challenging but also gratifying.

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If you have ever searched for a new ukulele you will probably have noticed the huge number of brands that offer this particular instrument. The ukulele is a relatively affordable instrument, and many instrument makers have a go at making their own version of the best.

There are brands which are relatively new, brands that should be avoided, and even brands with hundreds of years of history for you to check out. We explore the very best ukulele brands in this guide and even mention some of their flagship models.

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A ukulele is one of those instruments that are quite unique in their nature. Originated in Hawaii, the ukulele has played, and still plays a valuable role in the culture of this island.

Over time, the instrument has spread out from Hawaii and ultimately managed to reach just about every corner of the world. These days, it’s an instrument that brings joy to thousands of people around the globe.

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