TO BE CLEAR: I give this instrument FIVE STARS! I love this uke for what it is, but let us not pretend that it is something it is not. PERFECT for a beginner--but a terrible choice for a student.
PRO: Low price and not a toy. Looks and plays just fine out of the box (once the strings are broken in).
CON: Durability. Likely to wear out or break down after several months to a year of regular play.
TL;dr: If you are trying to decide if you want to learn to play the ukulele or not, and you don't want to commit a lot of money to finding out the answer, stop reading this review and buy this ukulele right now. It's high enough quality that you won't feel like you're plonking on a toy, and if you decide the ukulele is not for you, this is about the right amount of money to spend on that lesson.
If you DO decide you like the ukulele--like this ukulele helped me to see--then recognize that extreme affordability comes at the price of longevity.
Other reviewers have said that the tuners give out after several months to a year. This is why I do not recommend this ukulele for a student. A student has an up-front commitment of hundreds of hours of practice, and an investment in expensive lessons. Better to invest in a quality instrument up front so the lessons do not slowly become maddening as the ukulele starts refusing to stay in tune.
My ukulele is still going strong but I've only had it for two months. I've since learned that I *do* want to play the ukulele, and I've already moved up to a higher-grade--and much more expensive--instrument. It's got a better tone, but I still play this inexpensive one, and I plan to keep playing my little Mayfly until the poor thing gives out.
So... be aware of what you're paying for here. A great ukulele, for a while. Learn it, like it... and if you love it, you know you're ready to move up to a relationship with a more durable instrument.
Five stars. Feels like a uke, sounds like a uke. Helped me fall in love with the instrument.

Concert Ukulele Mahogany 23 inch with Ukulele Accessories,5mm Sponge Padding Gig Bag,Strap,Nylon String,Electric Tuner,Picks
4.6
| 1,452 ratingsPrice: 39.95
Last update: 04-11-2025
About this item
Hand Crafted Mahogany body,rosewood fingerboard and bridge,makes bright and transparent sound,bringing good hand feeling when you playing.
Smooth and accurate chrome-plated guitar style tuning pegs keep your ukulele always in tune.
18 Brass Frets with Fret position Marks at 5th,7th,10th,12th and 15th frets on neck and top of fingerboard.
High Quality at Low Price,it is your best choice.Easy to learn and play Solid Wood Ukulele.Perfect for beginners,kids,and adults,easy to carry and hold.
Vizcaya Concert Ukulele with 5mm Sponge Gig Bag, adjustable Strap (Random colors), High-quality Nylon String, Usage Method of Tuner, guitar picks (Random colors).
Smooth and accurate chrome-plated guitar style tuning pegs keep your ukulele always in tune.
18 Brass Frets with Fret position Marks at 5th,7th,10th,12th and 15th frets on neck and top of fingerboard.
High Quality at Low Price,it is your best choice.Easy to learn and play Solid Wood Ukulele.Perfect for beginners,kids,and adults,easy to carry and hold.
Vizcaya Concert Ukulele with 5mm Sponge Gig Bag, adjustable Strap (Random colors), High-quality Nylon String, Usage Method of Tuner, guitar picks (Random colors).
Product information
Item Weight | 2.89 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 24 x 8.25 x 2.6 inches |
ASIN | B073J6H78D |
Item model number | UK23C-AKT-MA |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
(1,447)
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,947 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #34 in Ukuleles (Musical Instruments) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 29, 2017 |
Back Material | Mahogany |
Body Material | Combined Laminated & Solid Wood |
Color Name | Mahogany 23" Concert |
Fretboard Material | rosewood |
String Gauge | Medium |
String Material | Nylon |
Top Material | Mahogany |
Neck Material Type | maple |
Number of Strings | 4 |