Bugs Gear RPNS-RD Portable Outdoor Kid Friendly 18 Fret Soprano Aqulele Water Resistant Ukulele with Case, Red/Black

Can't wait to take it camping, we love to camp and there's no way I'm subjecting a wood ukulele to that environment (but I'm not willing to go without access to one for DAYS either). I don't see any reason to not take it out in the kayak as well. Yes, it's plastic but to me it sounds fine (haven't been able to compare it to a Waterman, but my local shop had some Ukadelics and I think it's superior to those, more full (not that I don't have every intention of getting a Steampunk Ukadelic should the opportunity arise, so cool)). Tunes up fine (you have to wait for the strings to settle, but that's true of every ukulele). The tuners might be a little less than awesome, but that's an easy change if it turns out to be necessary (they are pretty, but have the exposed gear and I'm thinking that might not be so great over the long haul, sealed tuners might be better, but as I said, easy fix). I SO can't wait to take it camping. The included gig bag is very nice, way better than the bags that have come with some of my other instruments. Is there (as some have posted) a rough spot where the top and sides were joined? Yes. Does it bother me? Not one bit. If it were where my arm rests it might, but it isn't so, meh. Action seems fine for me (good thing because I don't see an easy means to adjust it). Plays easily. I really have no complaints. And cute as a bug's ear.

The media could not be loaded.  I bought this because I wanted to try a plastic uke and had read good reviews. I was at first disappointed because the uke wouldn't keep it's tune. I kept play it and eventually changed the strings. I put extra strings that came with my Enya X1 uke on this Bugs Gear. They sound very good and changing the string is so easy. I love the bridge on this thing. I have been taking this one to work and on the subway. It sounds good and if you lose it or it gets stolen, who cares? And it's fun! Buy this thing. If you do change strings, note that since the strings that come with the uke are thick, you may get some buzz in the C string if you go with thinner strings. If this happens, just put a bit of black decal (a sticker) in the grove on the nut. It will stop the buzz.

It's built like a tank and perfect for the outdoors. My opinion, much better sounding than the Kala Waterman. I bought mine to take on a camping trip with my family. My only criticism is the lack of distinguishing colored fret markers on the fretboard. The ones included are just circular grooves cut into the fretboard itself. They're the same color as the fretboard so they don't stand out, making playing around a campfire a little tricky. But overall, a great plastic ukulele.

I purchased this ukulele for my 5 year old son.It's well made, cute, easy to tune and makes a very nice sound.We love this ukele and would recommend it to anyone.

Purchased this item in hopes of being able to play it at the beach and not worry about ruining a good ukulele. In that regard, you most def could but this thing didn't have much sound output and it really just felt like a kids toy. I ended up buying a higher quality one that is safe for the elements. I would recommend browsing reviews for something better.

Purchased for travel so I can leave my Flea at home. Neck is a bit narrow. The concert neck may be a little wider. I got the dark blue with a black fretboard. Action is fine if you stay in the top 6 or 7 frets. Action much better than the Waterman. Bought this for $32 shipped. Came double boxed with a gig bag. Has a slight buzz I need to track down. No regrets.

Perfect for a starter instrument! My nephew is going to lose his mind. Although plastic (which is plainly stated) it can certainly sing. Pleasant surprise to see how far instruments have come.

Decent Sound, Construction and cool design. Great Uke for the price. Good to have laying around the house without fear of it being destroyed.

Sounds good. Great design. Good action, but poor intonation past de 3 first frets...and difficult to adjust.