Our popular, pocket-size fret stamps are now available in multiple colors!

 
New chord?  Here’s a way to efficiently stamp the fretboard onto your paper or music  so you can quickly fill in the dots and keep on playing, barely missing  a beat.  This compact, self-inking pocket stamp will, in fact, fit right in your pocket or ‘ukulele case (or youcan attach it to your key chain) and provides a  surprisingly large, high quality impression. And they’re easy to use! Slip off the top, press down on the slider, and the stamp pops out, pre-inked and ready to go! This is unarguably one of our most popular products! And, they are now available in multiple colors!  And, for a limited time, we are offering them at $2 off the regular price of $14.99!  But you must order through this link to get the discount!

‘Ukulele Fret Stamp $12.99    

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These nifty little battery-powered LED Music Stand Lights were a huge hit at the last festival we attended and I can see all kinds of  additional uses for them…not the least of which is attaching them to the headstock of your ukulele!  Each unit has two bright white LED lights with flexible, easy-to-position goosenecks, each with it own on/off switch.  Powered by 3 AAA batteries, the light will run for days without fading.  Think bringing light to your music in a darkened room, on a darkened stage, or around a campfire.  (Music stand not included.) $25.99  $14.99

Music Stand Lights $14.99

Music Stands

Well, these aren’t really new to us.  We’ve been selling traditional music stands at the various festivals and shows we go to for awhile.  (After-all, the Kani Ka Pila Klip can’t do everything!) And we tried a wide variety of stands from different makers (who knew there could be so many?) before we narrowed it down to these two models from On-Stage Stands, based on looks, durability, and price. My personal preference is the ”Tubular” one, it seems a little more stable and substantial to me, has a variable base spread and a broader height adjustment, but doesn’t weigh much  more than the “Compact” version.  Both come in a nice array of colors (in addition to the more traditional black) and fold down nicely into the carrying bag that comes with them.

Compact Sheet Music Stand

• The Compact Sheet Music Stand design folds for easy storage and portability with a spring-loaded trigger release. The two-section vertical shaft with cam-locking clutch and tilting book plate features make this stand suitable for sitting or standing positions. The fold out extensions with a six point hinge system can hold three 8.5″ x 11″ sheets. It folds down for easy transport and storage and includes a black carrying bag.  $26.99 $17.99
  
• Color: Purple, only, for now
• Book Plate: 9” foldable with 2”return lip
• Height Adjustment: 26-40”
• Base Spread: 21”
• Gross Weight: 2.40 lbs

 Compact Sheet Music Stand $17.99

Tubular Sheet Music Stand

This classic design combines the strength and stability of a tubular tripod base with the convenience of easy height and angle adjustments. It has an adjustable bookplate, a telescoping 3-section vertical shaft, and a sturdy, tripod, folding leg base. And the variable base spread makes it more convenient to use in tight quarters. The entire stand folds down for easy storage or travel and comes all assembled so that there are no pieces to lose! It comes in black and a variety of other colors and includes a carrying bag. My personal favorite and at a great price! $37.99 $24.99 

• Color: Black (also available in pink, red, and royal blue)
• Book Plate: 17” foldable with 1” return lip 
• Height Adjustment: 20 – 52”
• Base Spread: 18”-23”
• Gross Weight: 3.57 lbs

Tubular Sheet Music Stand, $24.99

And to celebrate, for the month of April, we are offering one T-shirt FREE when you order three of greater or equal value. (Once you have chosen three T-shirts from the selection below, you can order your free shirt at the bottom of the page.)

All of our T-shirts are 100% cotton and are available only in the styles and colors shown. Images are imprinted on the front, only.

Come to the Dark Side …we have ukuleles

“Luke. I am your father. Come to the Dark Side. We have ukuleles.”

Come to the Dark Side, long-sleeved $24.99

Come to the Dark Side, short-sleeved $19.99

I (heart) Ukuleles

I (heart) Ukuleles, $19.99

Three Little Birds

“Don’t worry….about a thing. Cause every little thing’s gonna be alright.” This shirt will just make you smile and start to sing when you put it on in the morning. And, your ukulele-playing friends might be inclined to play along when they see the lyrics and chords printed on your chest.

Three Little Birds, $19.99

Basic Chords Shirt

I’m all about putting the basic chords within easy reach. And this shirt does just that. All you have to do is look down. (The chords are printed up-side down.)

Basic Chords Shirt, $14.99

Free Shirt

Remember, your free shirt must be of equal or lesser value than the least expensive one you are paying for.)

We had a little storefront at the festival and early in the day I noticed a couple of very savvy ladies picking up a supply of what I told them was all my “best” stuff.  That got me to thinking why I said that.  Then I realized it was the “stuff” I use all the time.  In fact, I keep most of it right next to my desk, which is where I do most of my playing and practicing. (Aahhh…the joy of working from home).  So, with that in mind, here, then, is a list of some of my “favorite” things (in addition to ”raindrops on roses…”):

Treasury of Ukulele Chords

Roy Sakuma’s Treasury of Ukulele Chords, with more than 800 chord diagrams, is the ultimate desk reference for ukulele chords. I refer to it all the time. It’s handy,  of course, when you want to know, “What the heck is a G#add9?”  But, the real value in this book is in the number of different ways it shows you how to create (and finger) each chord, with each chord position taking you further and further up the neck. (Don’t worry, you’ll also find the familar C, F, and G chords in there, as well.) Even if you have little or no interest in playing in that uncharted territory of your fret board, (though I once heard Byron Yasui say, “Your mama paid for all those frets, so why don’t you use them?”) moving them to a different position might actually make it easier to transition from chord to chord, because you can get your fingers somewhere in the vicinity of where they need to end up.  

Another nice little feature in this book is his description of when and where to use different types of chords.  Major chords (the ones we’re most familiar with) are “Bright and summery.”  But minor chords are “sad and lonely.” A dominant 7b9 “could give you the Blues!” But a Major 9th is “very satisfying and relaxing.” He also gives a few tips on how to enhance your songs with a few simple chord substitions. (I.e. try replacing a plain major chord with a 6th or Major 7th.)  And  if that all sounds like Greek to you, it won’t when you see the way the material is presented.  

Roy Sakuma, by the way, is Hawai’i's  most esteemed instructor of the ukulele and is also the founder and director of the Annual Ukulele Festival in Waikiki.  If there’s a record for the person who’s taught the most ukulele players in the world, it would probably be Roy Sakuma. A great book! $11.95

Roy Sakuma Chord Treasury $11.95  

Chord Transposition Wheel

This, too, is either right on my desk or in my ukulele case.   Let’s say your music is written in the key of C, but you’d like to play it in the key of G. You simply rotate the inner wheel so that the G on the inner circle lines up with the C on the outer circle. Now, every time your music calls for a C (outer circle), you play a G (inner circle).  If your music calls for a G7 (outer circle), you play a D7 (inner circle), etc. You can also use it to transpose chords from the standard GCEA tuning to ADF#B and DGBE (baritone `ukulele). In addition to helping me transpose chords on the fly (that is change a song from one key to another) it also helps me find the I, IV, V chords (and more) in any key! Based on the “magical” Circle of Fifths, this handy little wheel also helps determine the major and minor chords in any given key, and the traditional Hawaiian vamp for any key.  Measuring 4.5 by 5.25 inches, it was originally designed to work with the Kani Ka Pila Klip, but you can just as easily use it without the klip. $9.99 each.

Chord Wheel $9.99 

Basic Chord Chart

Even if you own the Roy Sakuma Ukulele Chord Treasury, you’ll still want to have this handy little basic chord chart, with 84 of the most commonly used chords, in your ukulele case for “emergencies.”  Measuring 4.25″ X 5/5″, it too can be used with or without the Kani Ka Pila Klip.  $3.99 

Basic Chord Chart $3.99

Clip-on Tuner

If you don’t already have at least one chromatic, clip-on tuner, I highly recommend this one by Oasis. I have tried several others and have found them lacking in one area or another. But this one seems to have everything “under control,”  starting with the easy-to-use on/off switch.  That may seem like a non-issue until you’ve wrestled with the hard-to-find and difficult to use on/off switches that are on some of the other other (and more expensive) tuners . The face on the Oasis is bright and easy-to-read and it lights up when you finally “get it.” It also has a visual metronome built right in.  And if, for some reason, you don’t want to clip it on to your instrument, it also has a built-in mic so you can tune your uke acoustically.  (You can also “sing” into it and see if you’re in tune, as well, but I would only recommend doing that if you’re home alone.)   It’s really well thought-out:  nice and compact and, attached to the headstock of your ‘ukulele, it can rotate in all directions making it easy to see.   $19.95

Oasis Clip-on Tuner $19.95   

  ’Ukulele Fret Stamp

This compact little self-inking fret stamp is really nifty.  It’s small enough to fit in your pocket, but also has a little key chain so you attach it to the handle of your case or whatever. So, whenever you come accross a new chord, or need a little reminder, you just stamp the little fretboard onto your paper or music,  fill in the dots, and keep on playing barely missing  beat.  The ink pad can be re-inked, but I’ve had mine for years and have never had to.  $14.99 

‘Ukulele Fret Stamp $14.99   

‘Ukulele Wall Hanger

When I’m not playing it, my ukulele lives on the wall, right behind my desk, within arm’s reach.  It’s really one of the safest places for it and guarantees I don’t have to go hunting for it every time I get the urge to play. This wall-mounted hanger has an adjustable yoke mounted on attractive hardwood that screws on to your wall. 9Easy to mount….I did it myself).  The package includes everything you need to get your ‘ukulele up off the floor, with-in reach, and out of harm’s way.  $13.99

Via Hand Exerciser

This is a great little instrument for not only improving manual dexterity, but strengthening those fingers on your left hand (especially the ring finger and pinky.) I keep one on my desk to use while I’m waiting for my computer to do something, and another in the car to use when I’m waiting at a traffic light.  It’s available in two tensions: light (4lbs per finger), recommended for children over 12 years and seniors wanting to regain diminished dexterity; and medium (6lbs per finger), recommended for the average woman’s hand and men preferring more repetitions at lesser resistance. Give it a whirl, you’ll be astonished at how weak a couple of those fingers are.  $11.99

Via Hand Exerciser (Light) $11.99 

Via Hand Exerciser (Medium) $11.99 

Neck Tie Uke Strap

Our brand new Neck Tie Uke Straps were clearly one of the hottest items at the Gorge Festival and this is all we have left for the time being. I’ve been using one for about 4 months and I can’t think of a single other thing that has done more to help improve my playing.  Unlike the straps that hook into the sound board, this one actually supports the neck of the ukulele (the black ribbon at the bottom loops around the headstock, under the strings) so your left hand is free to move and make finger placements without having to hold up the uke at the same time. They are, for the most part, 100% silk, and feel soft and comfortable around your neck. They are fully adjustable and the width (about 1.5 inches)  is more befitting a ukulele than a re-purposed guitar strap with lots of heavy leather. And each one is unique, so you have an opportunity to make a little fashion statement at the same time. They do require you get a strap button installed on your uke, but I can’t think of a better investment. This is all we have right now, but if you subscribe to the website (or “like” us on facebook) you’ll be the first to know when the new ones come out. (We’ll remove the ones from the list below if they are no longer available.) $29.00

Neck Tie Uke Strap $29.00

Oh, and the book is great, as well: perfect for the advanced beginner or intermediate ukulele player who’d like to add a little pizazz to their playing while reliving the sixities and  the songs we grew up loving. Click here to learn more about Flower Power and take your own trip down memory lane.

Flower Power $12.99 

Here’s a sneak peek:

 
R.I.P. Davey Jones

I sacrificed my finger-tips at the recent NAMM show, trying to find a fun, low-end, entry-level ukulele that was also enjoyable to play. And while there were tons of ukes in the price range I was looking for, it actually hurt to play them! High action and cheap nylon strings can be a deadly combination. And most of them come with a high-gloss painted finish that has a tendancy to chip off, leaving sharp edges that scratch young (and some not-so-young) arms.

So, I was delighted when I came across these little ukes made by BugsGear. They come in a multitude of colors including black, honey burst, red, yellow, green, natural, pink, and blue. They also have a flat finish, perfect for applying rub-on decals, if you want to dress them up a little. The trendy little cut-away design makes 16 frets fully accessible for your inner rock star — with 18 frets accessible on the A string!

They even come with a little gig bag!

We thought these could be improved, however, with a different set of strings. So we have replaced the strings with our DaKine Line fluorcarbon strings (an $8.00 value) and were amazed at what a difference it made in over all tone and playability. The regular price is $44.95, but we’re selling them here for $39.95. And, if you order before March 31, we will include a copy of Ralph Shaw’s “The Complete Ukulele Course for Kids” DVD ($20 value) for free!

Please use the link below to take advantage of this offer and get the uke, the upgraded strings, and the DVD (with a combined value of $72.90) for just $39.95!

 

Oasis Clip-on Tuner $19.95   

As seen at the Wine Country Ukulele Festival, these decals are a great way to let the driver behind you know: Careful, ukulele player(s) up ahead.

Every character shown here (except for the baby and pets) comes with OR without an ukulele. We also have a young girl (not shown) and a dog. Ukulele Dad measures about 5″ tall and the baby is about 2.5″ tall.   They are white (shown here on a  black background) and are very easy to apply to any flat, clean, surface. Mom & Dad are $3.99 each, teens are 3.49 each, small boy and girl are $2.99 each, and babies and pets are $2.49 each.  

For the month of February, only, you can order these fun decals for .50 off the regular price….but you must use this link to do so. Discounted price will be reflected in your shopping cart.

This offer expires February 28, 2012.

It has been a long time coming, but Hal Leonard has just released the definitive (and authorized)  Jake Shimabukuro Peace Love Ukulele with transcriptions for 13 of his most popular songs, including “Bohemian Rhapsody,”  “Hallelujah,” and “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” Did I say this wasn’t for the faint of heart?  Never-the-less it provides a great opportunity to figure out what he’s doing and how he gets all the great sounds he’s known for.  And the best part is, you can take it one step at a time.   Notes in the margins even explain how to get some of Jake’s signature sounds, such as a “harp harmonic.”  I’m not going to pretend that with this book you’ll end up playing  just like Jake, but you will end up with a few new riffs and techniques that you’ll be able to apply to other songs that you play. Worth every penny……. $19.99

Bohemian Rhapsody * Boy Meets Girl * Bring Your Adz * Five Dollars Unleaded 2010 * Go For Broke * Hallelujah * Hula Girl * 143 (Kelly’s Song) 2011 * Pianoforte 2010 * Trapped 2010 * Ukulele Bros. * Variation On A Dance 2010 * While My Guitar Gently Weeps

Peace Love Ukulele

You can read a complete review of Ukulele Fretboard Roadmaps here.

To take advantage of this special offer, please be sure to order using the link below:

Ukulele Fretboard Roadmaps $14.95