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Cordoba

Description

The Cordoba U1M is a concert-size ukulele with mahogany top, back and sides, a matte finish and an abalone-style rosette. It's the perfect candidate for beginners who are just starting to learn the ukulele.
Cordoba Protege U1M Concert Ukulele Natural
Cordoba Protege U1M Concert Ukulele Natural

Features

  • Top: Mahogany
  • Back & Sides: Mahogany
  • Binding/Bridge: Rosewood bridge
  • Rosette: Abalone decal
  • Finish: Satin (matte) finish, natural color
  • Neck/Fingerboard: Mahogany neck, Rosewood fingerboard
  • Scale Length: 385mm (15.25")
  • Nut Width: 35mm (1.37")
  • String Spacing at Saddle: 40mm
  • Fret Marker Inlays: 5,7,10,12
  • Nut/Saddle: Composite
  • Number of Frets: 14 to body, 18 total
  • Body Width & Length: 6" width at upper bout / 8" width at lower bout / 11" body length
  • Overall Length: 24" total length
  • Body Depth: 2.5" depth at upper bout / 2.75" depth at lower bout
  • Tuning Machines: Silver with cream buttons
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde (gas), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Reviews

4.72

115 Reviews

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Great beginner Ukukele and beyond...
Wonderful Uke
A dream come true 2!
Adorable and a dream come true
First Ukulele
Good quality sound.
I would buy this product again
First time Ukulele player

Most Liked Positive Review

5

First time Ukulele player

I love that it's small yet produces a rich sound. I'm excited to learn how to play and to use it as an additional service to my children's entertainment business. Kid's love sing a longs!

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Low Quality Construction

I needed to pick up a ukulele to teach a class in a few months. Thought I'd go for this since it's certainly not the cheapest ukulele and it's from a reputable brand. Got home, tuned it up to standard tuning, and the top split from the body due to the tension from the strings at the bridge. I will obviously be returning it. A bit disappointed since I had a good time learning first chords and some easy songs.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing58
  2. Back-Up12
  3. Concerts6
  4. Learning5
  5. Songwriting2
Cons
  1. Breaks Easy3
  2. Goes out if tune fast1
  3. Not Consistent1
  4. Light weight1
  5. Not quality strings1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice52
  2. Experienced21
  3. Child5
  4. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Good Tone72
  2. Consistent46
  3. Well Built / Quality26
  4. Long Life10
  5. Durable2

Reviewed by 115 customers

  • I would recommend this to new ukulele players!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byEsther

    fromSan Diego

    I have a 15 CM and 21C for my older kids. Got this one when it's on sale for my youngest one. The U1M sounds a bit clear and sweeter than the 15CM. Highly recommend to new ukulele players.

  • Beautiful beginner ukulele

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byErica

    fromBoston, MA

    Wanted to learn the ukulele and this is a beautiful instrument! Great rich sound, beautiful construction. Can't speak to how long it holds its tune yet, but overall very satisfied (and at a great sale price right now).

  • I would buy this again.

    4

    submitted4 years ago

    byJake

    fromPittsburgh Pennsylvania

    It is very great for the beginner ukulele players and do suggest buying better premium strings as it goes out of tune fast with the ones that come on it.

  • Low Quality Construction

    2

    submitted5 years ago

    byDavid K

    fromKalamazoo, MI

    I needed to pick up a ukulele to teach a class in a few months. Thought I'd go for this since it's certainly not the cheapest ukulele and it's from a reputable brand. Got home, tuned it up to standard tuning, and the top split from the body due to the tension from the strings at the bridge. I will obviously be returning it. A bit disappointed since I had a good time learning first chords and some easy songs.

  • Worth every penny

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byDon B

    fromNY

    I've owned this uke for over 7 years. Still plays great like the day I bought it. I recommend it to everyone as a first uke for sure.

  • Nice quality, rich sound

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byJesse Z.

    fromSeattle

    Nice and small yet projects a rich sound. I originally purchased from another brand, but the quality is nowhere comparable. i'm so happy i got this Cordoba one.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byChris

    fromundisclosed

    Where are these made?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    China

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJulia

    fromGlendora, CA

    What's the difference between this ukulele, U1-M, and the 15 CM, both by Cordoba? Is one particularly better that the other? Like does one buzz too much? Or doesn't sound like the "average ukulele" as much as the other? Does the $10 difference matter? I'm curious about which is a better product. Thank you for your time.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    At this price point, $10 won't make too much of a difference. Most of the time the differences are minor if there are any at all.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byNams

    fromSan Mateo, CA

    What kind of strings does this model come with?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This ukulele comes with Aquila strings.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byB

    fromIL

    Hello, I wanted to buy this ukulele for my sister for Christmas but wasn't sure what kind of packaging it came in and if I need to buy a separate case for the ukulele/ if there was another way people stored their ukulele. Thanks!

    Open Reply - Charles
    This comes in a standard cardboard box, packed to protect the instrument during transit. This does not come with a case or gig bag and will need to be purchased separately.