Flight Blackbird Soprano Ukulele
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Flight
Blackbird Soprano Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
482127
Brand:
Flight
Model:
Blackbird Soprano Ukulele
Category:
Soprano Ukuleles
Price:
$70.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Flight Blackbird is a solid entry-level soprano uke that punches above its weight. It's surprisingly well-built with a warm, mellow tone that's great for beginners or anyone wanting a traditional Hawaiian sound without a premium price tag. This is an excellent choice for folks just starting out or looking for a travel-friendly instrument.
Product Description
- Flight Blackbird Soprano Ukulele
- Soprano Ukulele
- Top: African sapele
- Arched back and sides: African sapele
- Neck: African okoume
- Fretboard: Wood composite material wood
- Nut and saddle: black PPS resin
- 12 Frets
- Fretboard inlays on the 5th
- 7th and 10th fret
- Side dots
- Bridge: Walnut
- Original strings: Aquila Black Strings
- Laser-engraved rosette
- With strap button
- Finish: Black
- Includes gigbag
PROS
- • African sapele top provides a surprisingly warm and resonant tone for the price.
- • Okoume neck offers comfortable playability and good stability.
- • Aquila Black strings deliver a dark, mellow tone and improved projection.
- • Laser-etched rosette adds a touch of visual refinement beyond the budget category.
CONS
- • Wood composite fretboard may not offer the same feel as a traditional wood fretboard.
- • Sapele back and sides, while functional, limit the overall tonal complexity.
- • Limited fret spacing on a soprano ukulele can be challenging for larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
African sapele
Back & Sides
African sapele
Size
21 in
Frets
12
Electronics
None
Weight
17 oz
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably warmer and less 'bright' than many budget sopranos due to the sapele top and Aquila strings, offering a more balanced and pleasing tone.
The neck is fairly standard for a soprano, so it might feel a little cramped for those with larger hands, but the okoume provides decent stability and a playable feel.
The gigbag is functional, but it’s a basic padded bag – it’ll protect it from minor bumps but isn’t a robust, hardshell case.
