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Dealer Ballot

Manufacturer/Rep Ballot

Votes will be accepted until Monday, January 4, 2016.

Deering Banjos’ Goodtime Banjo Ukulele

“The needs of our customers have always been important, and their repeated requests for a Deering-made banjo ukulele prompted Greg Deering to look at how best to fulfill that need. In March, we were finally able to introduce the new Goodtime Banjo Ukulele. This response from one of our customers (Alan H.) made it all worthwhile: ‘If ever a product lived up to its name, the Goodtime Banjo Ukulele does. After three previous attempts to find the perfect banjo uke, I have at last got it and it’s a keeper for sure. The workmanship is top class, and I would imagine a great deal of pride is felt by the Deering workforce. After seeing the video of the banjo uke being made, I just knew it was the one for me. So, anyone reading this, please take it from me: You won’t be disappointed…and you won’t be able to put it down. Thanks again to the people of Deering.’”
—Carolina Bridges, Director of Public Relations, Deering Banjo Company

Hilo’s 2954 Premier Series Zebrawood Soprano Ukulele

“It really is amazing that ukuleles keep gaining popularity. The market is still growing year over year, and the folks who bought inexpensive or ‘starter’ ukes a few years ago have stuck with it and they’re now looking for a step-up instrument. That is truly why the Hilo Premier Series ukes were created. Hilo has been a dominant uke brand for years, and we wanted to give the people what they wanted with highly appointed instruments. We worked closely with our manufacturing partners to find the best materials and the best facilities to build these instruments, yet still be able to deliver them at affordable prices. The 2954 Premier Series Zebrawood Soprano Ukulele truly sounds as stunning as it looks.”
—Brian Blood, Merchandising Product Manager, KMC Music

Kala Brand’s Comfort Edge Tenors

“Kala appreciates the support of our dealers in nominating our Comfort Edge tenor ukulele series. Kala receives extra gratification from the nomination as the company celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2015. The successful reaction to the Comfort Edge ukuleles can be attributed to their beautiful design and wonderful tone. The beveled edges on their lower bouts allow a player’s forearm and wrist to rest comfortably on the edge of the uke, making them a pleasure to play. The solid cedar top and all-solid rosewood back and sides contribute to a rich, full sound, whether played acoustically or plugged in. The Comfort Edge tenor is available in two models: one with a Florentine cutaway and the other in a standard tenor body. Both models are equipped with a Kala UK-300TR EQ system. Padauk binding, pearl/padauk inlay on the headstock and a high-gloss finish are accents that complement the eye-catching design.”
—Rick Carlson, Director of Sales and Marketing, Kala Brand

Lanikai’s TunaUke SMTU-C

“Combined with Lanikai’s innovative TunaUke adjustable saddle system, the Solid Mango Ukulele can be perfectly intonated, with no tools necessary, to within a few cents on every single fret. Lanikai has refined the art of ukulele build, function and appearance with the new CMTU-C Curly Mango Concert.”
—Rock Clouser, Stringed Instrument Business Unit Manager, KHS America