A great little shop that will set you up right. I got my daughter a very nice mid-range KoAloha concert ukulele which they outfitted with an electric pickup for live performances. Sometimes busy, but very friendly, and they have supported my daughter well. read more

Awesome! The owner (Smiley) changed the strings on two of my Ukeleles while we waited. He was extremely detailed oriented and changed the strings that were way over due to be replaced. He also let us know that new strings require a lot of tuning every time you pull your Ukelele out of the case as the strings need to acclimate to the change. He did an absolute wonderful job. I recommend that you go to his shop Ukelele Source, he and his wife are very friendly and knowledgable. If you are in need an Ukelele or accessories, we highly recommend that you drop by his store (San Jose J-Town) to get yourself the equipment and services need to keep your Uke playing as it should. read more

Thank you for the mini lesson Smiley and for helping get my first ukulele! Smiley has also been very helpful in offering recommendations based on the research I've done. It's sometimes hard to decide on the brand and size by watching YouTube videos and doing online research. So I appreciated that Ukulele Source was taking in appointments and serving one customer at a time. Smiley played some of the recommendations and I got to listen to the beautiful music and picked my favorite. The only thing I wished that the ukulele was cleaned before receiving it. Now I'm letting my uke air out before I start playing it. Looking forward to learning my first musical instrument. read more

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Owners were very helpful and friendly in picking out a ukulele for my husband. And, so many to choose from!

The staff are super friendly and the customers are too!!! They gave me info on groups of fellow practicioners that meet in different cities. Anyway, after practicing on a starter Uke for 2 months, I was ready for a upgrade! Perfect timing because they're having holiday sales. I already knew that I wanted a Tenor. I just had to choose between the 3 different types of wood and finish. So I didn't spend much time shopping. I probably spent more time talking with the customers and Janet. Highly recommend this store! read more

This is THE BEST place to go if you are interested in buying a ukulele. They have many selections, for every budget. We wanted to buy a beginner model that produces good sound but won't break the bank. Smiley, the owner, walked us through the different options - first, he explained the sizes - soprano, concert, tenor, etc., Then he explained the difference between all solid wood construction vs a wood top with laminate body. We were able to try them out one by one and pick the one with the sound we liked the best in our price range. There was no pressure to buy and he was balanced in his recommendations based on our interest and budget. And he let us take our time with each instrument before we decided. It is a small mom and pop shop so when there is more than one customer at a time, you may have to wait your turn. The owners are also very low key and gave us the space to look around until we were ready to ask for help, which I appreciated. So I disagree with some of the negative reviews here. We were so pleased with the selections and the help we received, we bought a solid wood Ohana ukulele, plus a nice case to protect it. Come support a local business if you are in the market for a ukulele, instead of looking in the store and then buying online on Amazon. You won't be disappointed. We need more shops like this one. read more

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Very chill, homey kind of place. Not many places around south bay have a good selection of ukes. It was nice to try several different ones in one store. Friendly shop owner. Unfortunately I came in during a time when it was busy and the owner was helping out a couple of families. This is the place to go to for ukulele equipment in the South Bay. read more

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I like they the lady boss help me choose my ukulele. I bought many accessories later too. Thank you. read more

This store is wonderful. I purchased my first ukulele there one week ago. The variety of ukuleles, in both sound and price range, was extensive. And the customer service, from Sunny -- one of the co-owners -- was helpful and friendly. Playing the ukulele brightens my day. Love this store and the people who make it possible. read more

The Ukulele Source is a small ukulele store located right in the heart of Japan town. It's located on a corner and kind of hard to spot so just keep an eye out! They have a great selection of ukulele for beginners and for advanced ukulele's enthusiast. They have a variety of soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone ukuleles for a pretty good price. For beginners, you can buy a very pretty good ukulele for about $100.00. It's better to visit a store and try out then to buy it online so that you can see which of the ukulele size you may want. Plus shipping might ruin just ruin your ukulele due to heat and packaging. They carry pretty much everything that you may need here such as tuners, ukulele bags, etc. Also, they'll give you a free ukulele chart, which I find super useful Smiley and Janet are super sweet and friendly people. They have such a cute Bichon Frise (Heidi)! I enjoyed playing with their dog while I was waiting for Smiley to get my ukulele. Also, Smiley was very helpful and sat me down after I purchased my ukulele and taught me how to play a bit just so I know how to hold it right and ways to strum it. Overall, I do recommend this place. I had a good experience here and with the owners. It might get a little bit busy and sometimes they can't help everyone so you might have to wait a bit, but I guess that just shows that a lot of people do like this store. I love my ukulele! :) read more

When I need strings for my Mele, I trust Smiley at Ukulele Source to provide me with what I need. Lately, Smiley has observed that the Aquila strings that I previously had have been inconsistent these days and has switched over to another brand called PHD, premium high-density strings made of a polymer of higher molecular weight and density which produces superior volume, sustain, and playability. Additionally, Smiley understands my low G preference and installs and tunes my Mele accordingly. Additionally, I brought in an inexpensive childhood soprano ukulele that I thought I wanted re-strung to which Smiley asked, "Are you planning on playing that?" Me: "Well....uh.....yeah." After a pained look, Smiley suggested that I keep the original strings and play the ukulele as is. In the past, Smiley has recommended ukulele seminars by Herb Ota Jr. that I've attended and have appreciated taking my playing to the next level. For all things ukulele, visit Ukulele Source. Parking is metered on the streets of Japantown and can be difficult on weekends. read more

The Ukulele Source has a wide range of ukuleles! I spent an hour trying out all the ukulele before I bought Islander MT-4. The prices are "discounted" already, but I found cheaper prices online ($10 less). I still bought one in store to support local business, and you never know if shipping will ruin the fragile ukulele (due to the temperature in shipping trucks, humidity, etc.). My ukulele didn't come with a case, so I had to buy one as well. Pretty pricey in the end, but the lady (Janet?) gave me a free ukulele chords sheet at the end. :D How nice of her! Great experience! Would come again if I need a better ukulele! read more

My husband randomly wanted to learn how to play the ukulele and he found this cute little shop in Japantown. I never thought we would ever find a shop dedicated strictly to ukuleles, especially one this close to us! Smiley and Janet, the owners of the shop, were extremely helpful and friendly. Being that neither of us knew squat about ukuleles, Smiley helped my husband pick out a nice ukulele that wasn't too far out of his price range. He even gave us both an impromptu mini lesson even though the store was about to close! They were so patient with us and we never felt rushed. We assumed that Smiley and Janet were from Hawaii because there is a large Japanese population in Hawaii and the ukulele is very popular there, but they told us they were from LA and that Smiley takes lessons down the street, hahaha. Could've fooled us! The store couldn't feel more authentic. Anyway, if you're looking for a good ukulele shop with down to earth, friendly service, Ukulele Source is the place! read more

Best Uke Store in the South Bay hands down. They just let me play whatever. I kinda wish they had more high end stuff which is what I was looking for but for most, the fact that they had real instruments at affordable prices is likely a better match. So come by and get one if you're in the SJC area and want to get a uke. read more

Very helpful and nice couple. Good selection of Ukes and strings. They got me out with a Uke in 15 minutes max

Beautiful small store chock full of quality Ukulele's! One of my sons recently started to learn the Hawaiian guitar and so I wanted to see if I could acquire a beginner level instrument here in Japantown. The ukuleles here are much nicer than my son needs at this time, but the owners were very helpful and gave great advice and direction. I purchased one of their sweet t-shirts as well for my son to wear promoting this great business. read more

Love this place makes me happy friendly folks bought three from them over the yeone for grand baby two for myself. Just got another instrument KoAloha 25th anniversary.s"Stunning, beautiful sound, superb playability, 1st CLASS people and service. read more

Was in the market for an ukulele and I'm so glad I found this place. They had a great selection of different brands of ukuleles ranging from low to high price range. The best part is that you get to try the ukes before you buy. They even let us try out the Kamaka ones. Maybe one day I'll get one of those it was a little busy when we were there, so we didn't get a lot of help, but that's ok cause I kinda knew what I wanted. The only reason it's a 4 and not 5, it's cause after I paid for my uke, I asked the lady if it can get tuned because I wasn't sure if the gentleman that packed it up tuned it, since he packed it at the back of the store. Her response was for me to keep playing it cause the strings will stretch...umm ok, I get that, but can you still tune the thing. Soooo basically, it didn't get tuned :( All good tho, I would still highly recommend this place and I would def come back. read more

I tried to learn guitar when I was in the seventh grade. It was the wrong time for me; I was a disciplineless, unmotivated, unfocus'd, unrefinable, impatient youth of about 12 years old; that age where everything I wanted, I wanted to do with all of my heart. For about 3 weeks. Then on to the next, "Mom, please? Can I...? I promise!" Guitar. Drums. TaeKwanDo. Painting. On and on. Thing after thing. So, when I walked into this boutique shop today to look around, I had to keep my hand on my wallet and my heart in my chest lest I jump at the chance to take up yet another [potentially short-lived] interest. Smiley (and Janet Kai) was most welcoming of my questions and browsing! What an incredibly friendly and helpful experience; we talked about craftsmanship of the ukuleles, sound, lessons, range, preference. At the end (my "browsing" became a 20-minute introduction to everything!), Smiley even taught me a few notes and chords... (the "oh, this is kinda difficult, but cool!" hit me right away!) The small shoppe, and by small I mean tiny, does exactly what it needs to; showcase ukuleles aplenty, vend booklets and CDs, and provide an outlet for the beautiful sounds and strums of music. Its a beautiful boutique in one of my favorite areas of San Jose; historical Japantown. Now, I didn't make a purchase today, but if (actually, "when") I do decide to start the ukulele, I know its at the Ukulele Source that I'm starting... The friendly and helpful owners. The cozy shoppe. The sounds of aloha... I'll be back! __________________________ I think I just might... Don't be surprised one day, I come strumming along. =) read more

Warning, this review is for ukulele players. The rest of you probably won't understand. Just wanted to post about how cool Smiley and Janet, owners of Ukulele Source in Japantown in San Jose, CA are. If you're in the San Francisco Bay Area, they're definitely worth visiting. I was down in San Jose for the NCAA Basketball Tournaments and stopped by to check out their humble shop. On one side of the shop are the "Chinese" ukes: Kala, Ohana, Mainland, and Nalu were well represented. There was also a Flea and a Fluke on the "China" side although I think those are US made. I would guess that there are at least 50 ukes on this side of the shop. All available to fondle and play with. On the other side of the shop was the Hawaiian made ukes mainly Koaloha and Kanilea. Smiley also had a few Kamaka ukes that I believe were sold as used... one was signed by Jake. There were perhaps 20 ukes on this side of the shop. Prices were very comparable to what I've seen on Ebay, and other various popular uke internet sellers. Sales tax is added of course. In San Jose, I think its 9.25%. It took 3 visits to the store and countless fondles of the ukes (lingering longer on the Ohana SK-21 and Koaloha Noah -- cute buggers they are) before I finally narrowed on a Koaloha concert and super-concert. No pressure from Smiley or Janet through it all. On the contrary, I get the feeling that they truly enjoy talking and sharing ukes. Visiting the shop feels like going to some cool people's house that has 100 ukes, all of which you can play with. I needed a night to think about the concert vs super-concert (as well as get permission from the fiance). Smiley gave me his cell phone so I could call him when I was ready to purchase the uke since I would not be available during their normal business hours due to the Tournament. He said, "I'll see you tomorrow". He gets it. They ended up opening the shop an hour before normal business hours so I could once again play the ukes. At one point Smiley and Janet reached deep into their stock to pull out 3 different Koaloha super-concerts and 3 different Koaloha concerts to test. Janet even handed me her own personal Koaloha low-G concert so I can better compare it to the super-concerts which were strung low-G. I ended going with a Koaloha concert and have ZERO buyers remorse fully satisfied that with Smiley and Janet's help, I ended up with the uke that was the best for me. All for a price that is comparable to what is available on-line. Couple other things about the shop: the whole shop is humidified so their ukes are well taken care of. Smiley and Janet also stock Worth and Aquila strings. Having had horrible experiences purchasing a uke here in Sacramento, I HIGHLY recommend checking out Smiley and Janet's shop in San Jose. Good prices, great people, and tons of ukes to check out. Smiley gets it... he told me on my way out with my new baby, "You'll be back". read more

Just bought my second uke from Ukulele Source. Love this shop. They have a great selection and Smiley is so helpful to get the right ukulele at the right price. The location is convenient, right in Japantown, and for whatever reason right now, parking is free in the paid spots. Always feels right to support local businesses, and couldn't be nicer owners to share the Aloha spirit with. If you're looking for a ukulele, stop by and pick up a new uke and all the accessories. Play on! read more

Went in today to look for a beginner ukulele for a friend to take on a camping trip. The owner pretty much laughed at me when I said I wanted to spend about $40. I tried to explain that this was a starter to see if she liked it and that I might get her lessons across the street. He then told me that you can't show up at lessons with a cheap instrument like that. Worst salesman ever. Clearly this is a shop for people that know ukuleles...but everyone has to start somewhere. read more

My sister got me into playing ukulele... and I wanted one of my own, but didn't want to spend a fortune either since I'm just a beginner. They were nice enough to point me to a competitor shop when I arrived and saw that their ukes were out of my budget. One of the guys there even gave me directions! Awesome, I'd definitely recommend this shop to anyone, even though I didn't actually purchase anything. They weren't listed on Yelp so I of course had to add their business for them. It's located in the heart of Japantown. They are closed Sun and Mons and open Tues-Sat 4pm- 7pm only. Street parking only. read more

I really wanted to love this place. After reading all the positive reviews, I was sure that I was going to find some pleasant folks eager to help me upgrade from my cheap beginner model to something a bit nicer. They had a large selection, and as soon as I tried out a few, I knew I wanted to walk out with something. Unfortunately, I couldn't get any attention from the two owners. Particularly the woman really seemed to dislike me. Lord knows why, given that I spoke about three polite sentences to her just trying to get a little help. I mean, I may not be your cup of tea, but my money's still green! I went and spent it at Guitar Center instead **sad trombone sound** read more

Mahalo! For anyone who's ever thought about wooing that special someone through sweet melodies, yet just can't seem to sing due to: 1. Sounding like a crying mantis, or 2. Looking constipated while "attempting" to sing. (and believe me, I once thought my shower songs and car ride jams were Class-A singing, sadly it was far from it.) So whatever it may be, the best solution is to stop singing... and well, just play the 'Ukulele. The first thing you'll need of course is an 'Ukulele, and the best place to find one is at the 'Ukulele Source. ------------------------------------------------------ [Location/ Store] The 'Ukulele Source is located right in the heart of Japan Town, and it can be a little hard to spot, so make sure you check every corner for that one-of-a-kind blue sign. The store is relatively small but it definitely makes up for it with the many variety of 'Ukes hanging throughout the store. ['Ukuleles] 'Ukulele Source is where it's at! A one-stop shop that carries everything you'll need, from tuners and cases, to a wide variety of quality brands; each with their own unique sound and feel. If you're a beginner, the owners, Smiley and Janet, can help you find the perfect 'Uke. The prices for a beginners 'Uke will usually range at around a hundred dollars and the high-end 'Uke can be well over a thousand dollars. The high-end 'Ukes at 'Ukulele Source are handcrafted and they sound absolutely amazing, plus they're made with only the finest materials. I started out with a smaller Soprano 'Ukulele, but after a while I decided to upgrade to a concert-size instead. So with Smiley and Janet's help, I purchased a Kala-Solid Spruce Top and I couldn't be anymore happy. The advantage that 'Ukulele Source has over other online retailers is how you'll actually have the opportunity to try and hear for yourself before buying, and trust me, every 'Ukulele has its own unique feel and sound. [Service] The owners, Smiley and Janet, are two more reason why 'Ukulele Source is hands down the best 'Uke shop in San Jose. They're extremely friendly, true experts, and they play a mean 'Ukulele! Not only did they help me narrow my 'Uke search, but they also gave me their ONLY (picking version) music-sheet of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," after learning that I've been looking for it for a while. On top of that, they gave it as a gift and it was free of charge! Best service ever? You bet! ------------------------------------------------ So remember, if you're just like me and you just can't seem to make sweet melodies when attempting to open your mouth, then the only option is to stop... pick up an 'Ukulele... and rigorously strum all four strings until you either: 1. Snap a string, or 2. Create a harmonious sound that's capable of impressing anyone. But the first step, of course, is to stroll on down to the 'Ukulele Source, by far the best 'Ukulele shop in San Jose. read more

Come to the ukulele source and meet Smiley and Janet, the owners.They are very accommodating and wonderful folks. They have a great uke selection to choose from ranging from Kala to Kamaka! They do a lot for the ukelele community too bringing great Hawaiian Uke artists! So come by if you are looking for an uke! I bought my Romero Creations Daniel Ho Tiny Tenor Spalted Mango as well as my KoAloha 25th Anniversary Silver Edition Tenor! read more

Thumbs Up: -Very cute, family-operated shop in Japantown with nice owners. -A good selection of higher-end ukes. Thumbs Down: -A poor selection of inexpensive ukes. My husband and I have purchased two ukes in the $100 range with very good sound quality. You have to play a lot of low-end instruments to find a gem, but it is definitely possible. Since this shop only carries a handful of inexpensive ukes, we weren't able to find a decent instrument in our price range. The advantage of stores like Sylvan Music in Santa Cruz is that they carry a LOT of instruments at all price points, so you're more likely to come across something that sounds good in your budget. Of course, if you've never played before, it might be difficult to determine if something sounds good or not. For uke novices, Ukulele Source is a great place to go to get educated and buy an above-average (and probably a little more expensive than you intended) instrument. And parents looking to inspire future musicians--please don't buy your kid a cheap-ass toy uke!! Spend a little more at Ukulele Source and make sure to get something decent. Real kids deserve real instruments! read more

I was on the search for a solid Hawaiian made uke from one of the 4 "coveted K" companies. I've done research, called around and found that not too many stores carry them in stock since they are considered higher line. I called a place in Sacramento (about an hour and half drive for me) and they had ONE on display for sale. Since this one was on display (exposing it to nicks and dings) and because ukes are all unique in appearance due to the natural wood patterns, I asked if they can send me photos via text or email. I didn't want to make the drive there just to see one and it have damage on it. If I'm going to spend $1400 on my first real uke, I'd like it new. He refused. I called Ukulele Source and Smiley told me he had one on display and two new ones in the box. I asked if he would be kind enough to send photos and he agreed! Of the photos, I mentioned I liked one of them and he asked if I wanted it to be put aside until I can come see it in person. I told him that I would not be able to come for five days (It's a two hour drive for me and I would have to manage my work schedule) and he still said he would hold it. I came in after four days... He and Janet are so low key and relaxed. Very nice people and I felt they are so sincere. No pressure at all. Very knowledgeable and I learned quite a bit from him. See.. I'm new to this and this is like putting a 16 year old into a Ferrari.. Janet showed me a strong protective case for it and Smiley helped me to get started with little necessities that I would need considering this is my first REAL uke... I highly recommend this place. Smiley and Janet are absolute gems. Oh and the uke is pretty cool too. read more

Strolled in here on a full stomach, killin' time.. bought my BF an uke boutta' year ago from Hawai'i, he stopped playing it for several months now, but this place caught his eye. Place is teeeny tiny. Perfect for little islanders like us :].. the two employees there were really polite and welcoming. Dude was showing my BF the ukes, most of them high-end, like hella G's & their cheapest is like.. 6 G's, I'm like thinkin'.. foo I ain't buying you that. They got a little shelf with books, some CD's with famous uke players, cute deco around the walls, and I guess they offer ukulele lessons too. BF bought some new strings from them for his uke, the service was really helpful in telling him what he needs. Thanks, Ukulele Source, cause you wiped that dust off my BF's uke and got him to start playing it again. read more

I've always dreamt of being musical, and I'm a sucker for acoustic covers. So in So in pursuit of being musically inclined my wonderful husband planned to buy me a Ukulele for valentines. Internet research stated that our best bet in purchasing a quality uke was to go to professional shop. We came here on a Tuesday and the owner was very kind, helping me figure out the differences Among the DoZens to choose from. Of course, never having picked up an uke before, my first tactic was price. The owner spent about 15 minutes with me testing out the instruments and even attempting to teach me 4 chords and strum. I also really appreciated how he acknowledged my kids and was very kind and friendly towards them both. He wrote down the four chords I attempted to learn along with a chord chart. We purchased a Concert Kala, one of most inexpensive models, but leaving the store convinced I made the right choice. Two weeks, one music lesson, and several You tube tutorials later and I can say that I'm hooked ! We will definitely back Again.My musical journey has begun... read more

I came down from San Francisco to check out this store and it didn't disappoint!! Huge inventory and good customer service - they know their product well. Well worth the drive!!! read more

Found this place through Yelp, and loved it. Smiley is very friendly and answered all the questions we asked. The store is pretty small, but the collection of ukuleles make up for the size of the store. They have many brands; Kala, Ohana, Nala, KoAloha, etc... and offer soprano, concert, tenor, bass, and banjo ukuleles. (No baritone) As for accessories they have a good variety -- Cases, Books, CDs, Tuners. All in all, very good trip, I'm glad we got to check it out and I'm definitely going back for another ukulele soon! read more

Friendly and honest business. When I first arrived at the store, I imagined a much bigger store but it was about as big as my room (not very big). Yet as i was walking into the store, there were lots of expensive ukuleles on the walls, book stands, and a counter full of ukulele accessories. The man who owns the shop was very nice to me. The man sold me Aquila Low G strings for $8 rather than the original $12 and restrung it for me free of charge. He even taught me how to re-string at the same time! I will definately go back to this shop for my Ukulele needs. For such a small shop, I liked how there was still everything I needed to get for a ukulele. The only thing bad about my visit was that I could only find parking 2 blocks away from the shop. The neighborhood was still a friendly place nonetheless so it didn't matter too much. read more

Finally! A quality uke place in the Bay Area. I bought an Ohana concert ukulele here. They have a good selection of Koaloha and Kanilea top grade ukes as well. The customer service here is top notch. Smiley is a uke player himself. He also doesn't mind if you try out every uke in the store, play with his amp, or just talk about sweet nothings. Sure you can probably buy a uke cheaper online but if you're the type to try before you buy then go nowhere else but here! read more

This Ukulele Source shop is great. I walked in and saw the Uke's hanging from the ceiling. I felt like I was a kid in a candy store. Yeah! The owners - husband and wife - are really nice, funny and are much involved in the Japantown community. Awesome! It is a small store with a lot of character. Don't let the high priced Ukes scare you off because they some Ukes for people on a budget. Price on Ukes can range from $170 to over $2,000. I highly recommend strolling in and taking a peak. Oh, do say hi to the owners and chat a little. Happy Uke-ing! read more

I came in just to accompany my lady to browse around for Ukes and about an hour later, I learned 4 chords and started to really become interested in possibly getting one for myself. This store quite possibly is THE gem of SJ Japantown. Smiley and Janet recently threw a little summer mini-block party full of good eats and performances from a few different groups as well as a finale from Herb Ohta Jr. I would've gladly paid $10 for this event, but everything was free. Its definitely testament to the genuine love that Smiley and Janet have for not only the community, but for Ukulele culture. Their passion is simply infectious. I'll be back there again and again! read more

Great selection of ukulele. Older gentleman isn't the most personable but he doesn't get in the way of trying out the ukes. Go here for the broad selection and the ability to actually try out a uke before playing it. Also, while their pricing is about market, their ukes are well set up. I bought one for over $1K because the sound and looks were just fantastic. read more

One of my 2012 resolution is to learn to play an instrument. I settled on a ukulele because it seems that it would be easier than a guitar and more portable than a piano. After some research I found Ukulele Source and was excited about planning a visit after reading all the positive reviews. I am pleased to report that this place did not disappoint. What I liked best was the encouragement Smiley bestowed. He gave me a little pep talk and a quick lesson. Here's hoping I don't disappoint him! read more

Ukulele Source is THE place to go if you have any interest in the ukulele. If you are a beginner, have played for a while, or if you are advanced, they have a ukulele that will work for you. The shop is small, but hey, so are ukulele's.....Prices are right were they should be and when you go, Smiley and his wife Janet (the owners) will treat you like family. I bought a beautiful KoAloha concert ukulele which is my pride and joy! I only wish they were closer to where I live, I would drop by just to hang out and play a bit of music. If you are looking for the "Guitar Center for Ukuleles" this is not the shop for you. If you are looking for a nice uke from some quality people, this is the place for you. read more

Great location to get an uke. If you just want a fast get, then this is the place. I don't believe they do any customizations. They have various selections of different brands from Kala ukuleles to kamaka ukuleles. The people working there are super nice and friendly. read more