Bumblebee Ukuleles BUS23 Soprano Natural

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Bumblebee Ukuleles BUS23 Soprano Natural

Bumblebee Ukuleles

BUS23 Soprano Natural

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 513341
Model: BUS23 Soprano Natural
Price: $37.40

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This Bumblebee BUS23 is a solid starting point for absolute beginners or casual players. The all-mahogany construction gives it a mellow, classic ukulele voice, and the geared tuners make it a bit more forgiving for those still learning to tune. It's a genuinely impressive instrument for its class, offering good value and a pleasant playing experience.

Product Description

  • Bumblebee Ukuleles BUS23 Soprano Natural
  • Soprano Ukulele
  • Top: Mahogany
  • Bottom and sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Meranti
  • Fretboard and bridge: Kuku
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • 15 Frets
  • Engraved sound hole design and headstock logo
  • Open-back chrome machine heads with black buttons
  • Finish: Open pore
  • Colour: Natural
PROS
  • • Solid mahogany top delivers a warm, surprisingly resonant tone.
  • • Meranti neck provides comfortable playability for smaller hands.
  • • Open-back tuners offer improved tuning stability compared to friction pegs.
  • • Engraved details add a touch of visual refinement for the budget price.
CONS
  • • Mahogany back and sides, while common, limit projection and sustain.
  • • Kuku fretboard and bridge are functional, but not a premium tonewood.
  • • Open-pore finish can be prone to minor cosmetic imperfections.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Mahogany
Back & Sides Mahogany
Size Soprano
Frets 15
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 18 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a solid mahogany top, which is a significant plus for this price point; laminate tops dampen the sound.
Intonation is generally acceptable, but don’t expect pinpoint accuracy, especially higher up the neck. It's typical for instruments in this category.
The build is surprisingly decent for the price. You might find minor cosmetic imperfections, but structurally it’s well-made for a beginner’s instrument.

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