I have the Enya Feather in the natural color, and I absolutely adore it! I got it about 2 1/2 weeks ago and have found it difficult to put down. Haven't touched any of my other ukuleles since then. The tone is lovely, and it's just really really nice to look at while playing it. This one is, by far, my favorite.
Really like the natural version, fretboard isn't too glossy on mine. Early model? Who knows. Also swapped out to low G this weekend and love it even more.
Yes, been impressed with them. Not doing the norm and not resting on laurels like some established brands I could mention. Flight are impressive for the very same reason.
How about that......this I think, is the ukulele I wasn’t looking for that I really fancy. I could see playing this beauty on stage. Thanks for getting my drool going, Baz.
It’s beautiful and I love the fact that it is shaped like the Nova U. Transacoustic is a nice feature. I still play my Nova U. Sounds nice acoustic too :)
A lovely axe and an interesting build. The effects, when unplugged seem a bit like sci-fi to me:--I don't fully understand the tech--but they sound good. This is two weeks in a row with reviews of intriguing instruments, and where as you acknowledge, you go on about an instrument you like. I'll speak for other viewers and say we enjoy watching you enjoy a fine ukulele. Keep them coming.
I have a Nova and love it. Enya has made this shape not only look beautiful but sound great. The neck is also a little longer then most concert sizes. It is almost a tenor neck. I feel it when I practice using the Nova one day and my Luna Sahara Spruce concert the next. I am liking the nova shape more and more. I really like this blue Tenor one....DOC
That's a beauty! I started playing on the Enya EUT-MAD in that same blue, and still love it. Older model and not as loud, but it's absolutely ethereal sounding and one of the most stunning ukes I've ever seen. It's a joy to see how the line is evolving with higher end models. The volume on that feather is impressive. My one concern is how I would ever humidify that model during the dry winter conditions here.
@@GotAUkulele - Lol. Enabling UAS is a beautiful thing. XD Was checking out some of your other vids while debating if I want to get the new Nova U Pro tenor as a travel ukulele for car trips with my family. I always seem to come away from your reviews with so many ukuleles that I would love to try that I didn't even know existed before seeing them here. That's how I found my primary workhorse ukulele, a Kremona Coco with a low G and fluorocarbons. Love it to pieces, and it has such a different sound from my reentrant Enya.
@@FenrirInFlowers I find myself apologising to many people for the same thing! Trust me - there are LOTS on the channel where I would save people money too!
It's ok, you can do an extended demo anytime you're enjoying the uke of the week😉 I love the look of it and enjoyed the dry acoustic sound. On my end, the effects left a lot to be desired. Effect without plugging would be a major part of my decision making process for any soundwave / acoustic plus / trans acoustic instrument. Thanks for the review!
Great review and I've been waiting for this one from the pictures you've been teasing. It sure is a head turner. I wonder how this one compares in sound to the E6 made of maple? That one is more expensive, but it is a different wood and has more decoration. I do enjoy Enya instruments and purchased a Nova in orange based on your review. I'm sure I would like this one too.
This was already on my wishlist, and you've confirmed all I've hoped for it to be. I'll be saving up. In the meantime, a satin finish to the fingerboard would be delightful. Now that I've got the Diana concert Soundwave, I would enjoy a bit more punch from the on board effects on this one, too, to justify a second transacoustic for my small collection. I can see your enjoyment of this instrument, and that means a lot!
In South America, they build charangos il the same manner. The neck and body are carved from one piece of timber and they drop a top onto it . . . it'll never need a neck re-set.
The classic look of ukuleles e.g. Kamaka, Martin, will never go out of style. Methinks this will look dated in pretty short order . . . like 70s tuxedos.
@@GotAUkulele The Stratocaster was/is an original, the epitome of form and function and the classic look of an electric guitar along with the Les Paul of course. I'll bet you a bottle of Oban that the Feather will be a curiosity in 20 years . . . if I'm still around. But music should be fun and many will find the Feather fun. I commend Enya for their constant strive toward innovation.
NOOOOOOOO! Not another one I want to buy... I really love my Enya M6 in blue. It was love at first sight when I unpacked it. And the feather is soooo nice. Normally I would like to buy ukes from different brands to try out. So I'm having an eye on the Ortega Hydra as I have no tenor yet. They are hard to compare, but at that price I can't buy both of them. Your opinion: feather or hydra??
Great review! Thanks Baz. I am still searching for a decent baritone uke with a Soundwave system ( or similar like the Enya). I know Flight do a Soundwave baritone uke, but a certain excellent ukulele store has told me they won't stock them as they are not up to standard - not the Soundwave but the uke itself. Maybe I'll end up asking a local luthier to install a standalone system into a baritone uke of my choice.
Sorry guys can't agree looks stunning I collect Ukes as well as play it's a passion but was looking to get one the sound is not to the standard of Victoria, the killer for me is the shiny fretboard but I like the width of it hard one to decide on as it is a heavy pricey uke and know case gig bags don't doit at that price and I'm not fussed spending money matt will vouch for that another honest and unbiased review thanks keep up the good work. 🎶🎶🎶🎵🎶🎶🎵
The reflection of your yellow light onto the blue really makes it look like a Navi from Avatar. Ok, bizarre question. If you were to block the sound hole would it become silent? I ask because i do silent practice on an electric snail but the neck is too narrow. I bought a sound hole cover for my acoustic ukulele hoping it would make it silent, but it really doesn't
I use a daylight setting on the lights. No, it wouldn't become silent, but there is a lot of mythology about sound holes - they are not actually there to make sound - the sound comes from the vibrating top. The holes allow air to transfer in and out to allow the top to vibrate more freely. So if you block it you still get the top vibration, just not as much.
Right, I left a comment and deleted it as something made me go back and look again . I love the way this sounds but I'm not keen on the sound hole or the inlays, but that is personal preference and matters not a whit! Here's my question ; has that got a radius fretboard? it perhaps looks like it ?? I dont know why Ukes dont go down this road ... Most players aren't doing tone bends and with other instruments such as guitars and mandolins they are standard to varying degrees and give a much better feel and grip when fingering chords . This is where my ignorance shows.. Why not make a 16", 12" or heaven forbid a 7" radius Uke fingerboard. Please excuse the 'Off topic' comment . Cheers Baz for another great review
I do get asked this sort of question a lot, but actually have a policy of not giving recommendations or determining a 'best' uke. Not me trying to be difficult, it’s just that it’s really subjective and different for everyone - we all hear and play differently, but also people have their own preferences on looks, scales, features, decoration etc. What I can advise is that you look at the full review list - www.gotaukulele.com/p/ukulele-reviews.html and look at the scores. Anything 8 out of 10 or above gets a recommendation from me one way or the other. Higher the score the better. BUT - higher is better only in MY opinion - you may find differently! Hope that helps
It's gorgeous, except for that glossy fretboard. For whatever reason, my brain associates a glossy fretboard with cheap unless it's maple. Glossy maple gets a pass in my brain, probably because of vintage Fenders.
I do love the look but wish they would either match the tuners to the color of their Ukes or just have them chrome. The orange takes away from their classy designs, I think.
Just saw/heard about this uke yesterday and found it here in China for $200... I'm trying not to buy it. I have a MAD that I already love and a Lava U that I put red strings with a low-g. I've fallen for that one now too since the string change... Why does this thing have to be so good looking? At least that glossy fret board has me turned off a bit. 😀
Not my thing really as the styling is very much a matter of taste and it sounded a bit thin to me unplugged. However, there's no denying that you do get a lot of 'tech' and a nicely made instrument for the money.
I actually saw a comment almost just like this on the Lava U review and did a double take. Interestingly, same user 1 year apart. I am no fan of Apple business models or "designer" stuff in general, but if you say it like that it really doesn't mean anything. As far as aesthetic, I'd certainly rather see the Lava U or Feather Tenor than a dime-a-dozen mini guitar. See how I sound?
I have the Enya Feather in the natural color, and I absolutely adore it! I got it about 2 1/2 weeks ago and have found it difficult to put down. Haven't touched any of my other ukuleles since then. The tone is lovely, and it's just really really nice to look at while playing it. This one is, by far, my favorite.
Good to know!
Had mine about nine months now and couldn't agree more. Such an amazing ukulele. Well worth the 599.
Really like the natural version, fretboard isn't too glossy on mine. Early model? Who knows. Also swapped out to low G this weekend and love it even more.
At last! It is spectacular. Enya has really been doing an excelent job on the way they are evolving. It is really admirable.
Yes, been impressed with them. Not doing the norm and not resting on laurels like some established brands I could mention. Flight are impressive for the very same reason.
Dude is this you in the picture? You look so cool!
@@justahuman9273 Which picture?
The pink E6 has been my DREAM UKE since it came out. Hopefully I can get it once I'm back to work full time!! Thanks for this review~
Good luck!
Me too.... its beautiful isn't it 🌸
Mine as well! 😎💃🏻
Oooh! That's going on my list. Thanks for all the work you do for us.
Any time!
It is a very excellent looking instrument, it sounds amazing and it's definitely a lot louder than I was expecting.
Agreed!
How about that......this I think, is the ukulele I wasn’t looking for that I really fancy. I could see playing this beauty on stage.
Thanks for getting my drool going, Baz.
Go for it!
What a sound. Really enjoyed this one and how well you played it. Naturally nice sounding instrument thanks for review Barry. Keep safe
Thanks for listening!
Wow! Very nice clarity on every string. Color me impressed.
Agreed!
It’s beautiful and I love the fact that it is shaped like the Nova U. Transacoustic is a nice feature. I still play my Nova U. Sounds nice acoustic too :)
Yeah - both models are great - love my Nova
A lovely axe and an interesting build. The effects, when unplugged seem a bit like sci-fi to me:--I don't fully understand the tech--but they sound good. This is two weeks in a row with reviews of intriguing instruments, and where as you acknowledge, you go on about an instrument you like. I'll speak for other viewers and say we enjoy watching you enjoy a fine ukulele. Keep them coming.
Thanks Joe!
I have a Nova and love it. Enya has made this shape not only look beautiful but sound great. The neck is also a little longer then most concert sizes. It is almost a tenor neck. I feel it when I practice using the Nova one day and my Luna Sahara Spruce concert the next. I am liking the nova shape more and more. I really like this blue Tenor one....DOC
Thanks for sharing!
Gah! I have been eyeing the natural finish on this baby...so happy you reviewed it.
Glad I could help!
That's a beauty! I started playing on the Enya EUT-MAD in that same blue, and still love it. Older model and not as loud, but it's absolutely ethereal sounding and one of the most stunning ukes I've ever seen. It's a joy to see how the line is evolving with higher end models. The volume on that feather is impressive. My one concern is how I would ever humidify that model during the dry winter conditions here.
Shouldn't be too difficult - the tube type humidifiers that sit inside the case (but not in the uke) would work
@@GotAUkulele - Lol. Enabling UAS is a beautiful thing. XD
Was checking out some of your other vids while debating if I want to get the new Nova U Pro tenor as a travel ukulele for car trips with my family. I always seem to come away from your reviews with so many ukuleles that I would love to try that I didn't even know existed before seeing them here.
That's how I found my primary workhorse ukulele, a Kremona Coco with a low G and fluorocarbons. Love it to pieces, and it has such a different sound from my reentrant Enya.
@@FenrirInFlowers I find myself apologising to many people for the same thing! Trust me - there are LOTS on the channel where I would save people money too!
I recently got mine and I gotta say it plays like a dream
Really nice ukes! Enjoy!
What a stunning looker! I like that a LOT! Thanks for bringing this to our attention. I had never seen it and it is quite a ukulele!
Glad you like it!
my favorite song on "picking". and the next one also
Wow, well done Enya.
😊
Great to see you back
back from where?
Saving up for this one, what a beauty 🎶🎵
They are rather pretty!
A thing of beauty, love it
Me too!
Ok 👍 but, can you play Wonderwall by Oasis? 😎
Yes
It's ok, you can do an extended demo anytime you're enjoying the uke of the week😉 I love the look of it and enjoyed the dry acoustic sound.
On my end, the effects left a lot to be desired. Effect without plugging would be a major part of my decision making process for any soundwave / acoustic plus / trans acoustic instrument. Thanks for the review!
Thanks Mark!
I really love this uke, I'm thinking about getting it for my birthday, it's quite expensive though so I'm going to start saving up money 😊
Go for it! It's very nice!
Great review and I've been waiting for this one from the pictures you've been teasing. It sure is a head turner. I wonder how this one compares in sound to the E6 made of maple? That one is more expensive, but it is a different wood and has more decoration. I do enjoy Enya instruments and purchased a Nova in orange based on your review. I'm sure I would like this one too.
Yes, I wonder too. Prefer the body look too, though prefer the neck decoration on this. Find the E6 very fussy
This was already on my wishlist, and you've confirmed all I've hoped for it to be.
I'll be saving up.
In the meantime, a satin finish to the fingerboard would be delightful.
Now that I've got the Diana concert Soundwave, I would enjoy a bit more punch from the on board effects on this one, too, to justify a second transacoustic for my small collection.
I can see your enjoyment of this instrument, and that means a lot!
Hope you enjoy it!
If only they’d made blue tuner buttons, that would look really good!
I agree, or chrome at least. The orange doesn't work for me.
I kinda like the contrast, but do see your point
In South America, they build charangos il the same manner. The neck and body are carved from one piece of timber and they drop a top onto it . . . it'll never need a neck re-set.
Yep - good point
The classic look of ukuleles e.g. Kamaka, Martin, will never go out of style. Methinks this will look dated in pretty short order . . . like 70s tuxedos.
@@edwardpetersen4309 They said that about the Stratocaster!
@@GotAUkulele The Stratocaster was/is an original, the epitome of form and function and the classic look of an electric guitar along with the Les Paul of course. I'll bet you a bottle of Oban that the Feather will be a curiosity in 20 years . . . if I'm still around. But music should be fun and many will find the Feather fun. I commend Enya for their constant strive toward innovation.
NOOOOOOOO! Not another one I want to buy... I really love my Enya M6 in blue. It was love at first sight when I unpacked it. And the feather is soooo nice. Normally I would like to buy ukes from different brands to try out. So I'm having an eye on the Ortega Hydra as I have no tenor yet. They are hard to compare, but at that price I can't buy both of them. Your opinion: feather or hydra??
Feather. Not really impressed with Ortega ukes and their quality control is highly variable
Okay, there is NOTHING that I DONT like about this! ❤😍😯
Ha ha! Fair enough!
Great review as usual! I love that uke but I think that I will go for a Flight Diana or Sophia. Thanks a lot! Regards from Spain!
Have fun!
This is a great instrument! Really enjoyed hearing about it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
That looks epic!
Indeed!
Great review! Thanks Baz.
I am still searching for a decent baritone uke with a Soundwave system ( or similar like the Enya). I know Flight do a Soundwave baritone uke, but a certain excellent ukulele store has told me they won't stock them as they are not up to standard - not the Soundwave but the uke itself.
Maybe I'll end up asking a local luthier to install a standalone system into a baritone uke of my choice.
Yeah, I can't think of any other contenders.
Sorry guys can't agree looks stunning I collect Ukes as well as play it's a passion but was looking to get one the sound is not to the standard of Victoria, the killer for me is the shiny fretboard but I like the width of it hard one to decide on as it is a heavy pricey uke and know case gig bags don't doit at that price and I'm not fussed spending money matt will vouch for that another honest and unbiased review thanks keep up the good work. 🎶🎶🎶🎵🎶🎶🎵
Not sure it's fair to compare the sound to a full body size uke like the Victoria - very different thing.
wow, beautiful! i want one, but that price! maybe worth it, maybe a while later. you always do such thorough reviews. cudos, my Friend.
Thanks for watching!
Wow great tone
Yeah, very pretty I thought.
The reflection of your yellow light onto the blue really makes it look like a Navi from Avatar.
Ok, bizarre question. If you were to block the sound hole would it become silent? I ask because i do silent practice on an electric snail but the neck is too narrow. I bought a sound hole cover for my acoustic ukulele hoping it would make it silent, but it really doesn't
I use a daylight setting on the lights.
No, it wouldn't become silent, but there is a lot of mythology about sound holes - they are not actually there to make sound - the sound comes from the vibrating top. The holes allow air to transfer in and out to allow the top to vibrate more freely. So if you block it you still get the top vibration, just not as much.
@@GotAUkulele Great answer Barry. Thank you
Enya have grown into the uke market.
Totally agree - a brand I had concerns with first time around but have built a reputation!
Hi Baz any plan to review the similar Enya E6 model in maple? Wondering if it’s worth the extra $$, and which you think sounds better.
If I can get hold of one!
Great review! Nice looking uke.
Thank you kindly!
Beautiful
They are very pretty indeed!
No truss rod ? How is the set up new?
Set up was fine- very few ukes have truss rods - nowhere near enough string tension to need one
Not my cup... but as always Enya's doing Well....thx Baz!
Fair enough!
Right, I left a comment and deleted it as something made me go back and look again . I love the way this sounds but I'm not keen on the sound hole or the inlays, but that is personal preference and matters not a whit! Here's my question ; has that got a radius fretboard? it perhaps looks like it ??
I dont know why Ukes dont go down this road ... Most players aren't doing tone bends and with other instruments such as guitars and mandolins they are standard to varying degrees and give a much better feel and grip when fingering chords . This is where my ignorance shows.. Why not make a 16", 12" or heaven forbid a 7" radius Uke fingerboard.
Please excuse the 'Off topic' comment .
Cheers Baz for another great review
It's extremely slight.
Nice! I really like the blue!
Me too!
Really beautiful uke. ❤️
Yep, indeed!
What a beauty! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
It sure is!
Should I get this one? What's the best tenor Barry? :)
I do get asked this sort of question a lot, but actually have a policy of not giving recommendations or determining a 'best' uke.
Not me trying to be difficult, it’s just that it’s really subjective and different for everyone - we all hear and play differently, but also people have their own preferences on looks, scales, features, decoration etc.
What I can advise is that you look at the full review list - www.gotaukulele.com/p/ukulele-reviews.html and look at the scores. Anything 8 out of 10 or above gets a recommendation from me one way or the other. Higher the score the better. BUT - higher is better only in MY opinion - you may find differently!
Hope that helps
@@GotAUkulele Sweet, thank you!!! I just ordered the Enya Nova U Carbon to try.
It's gorgeous, except for that glossy fretboard. For whatever reason, my brain associates a glossy fretboard with cheap unless it's maple. Glossy maple gets a pass in my brain, probably because of vintage Fenders.
I know what you mean - but then I recalled that Blackbird - superb very high end instrument. Glossy too.
Been waiting for this, she’s beautiful!
Agreed!
Brilliant review as always, your videos are incredibly helpful. Thanks mate, we appreciate you
@@KathySong1 Thanks so much!
My Flight uke can be 'muted' if held close when played. Have you noticed this with Feather?
Not so much - but then the back is much chunkier
@@GotAUkulele Good point. Thanks for the reviews; very helpful.
I'm surprised (pleasantly) that it's only $600!
Me too!
Cool review!
Thank you! Cheers!
I do love the look but wish they would either match the tuners to the color of their Ukes or just have them chrome. The orange takes away from their classy designs, I think.
Fair point that. They watch this channel so you never know!
Nice.
Wow....I want!
Me too!
What a beuty! And it sounds nice too! I'm gonna pretend I didn't watch this so I don't buy it (I'm on a low intake uke diet).
ha ha!
Just saw/heard about this uke yesterday and found it here in China for $200... I'm trying not to buy it. I have a MAD that I already love and a Lava U that I put red strings with a low-g. I've fallen for that one now too since the string change...
Why does this thing have to be so good looking? At least that glossy fret board has me turned off a bit. 😀
😍😍😍
Whhhhewww wee! That’s nice…
Yep - very nice!
Not my thing really as the styling is very much a matter of taste and it sounded a bit thin to me unplugged. However, there's no denying that you do get a lot of 'tech' and a nicely made instrument for the money.
Didn't sound thin to my ears. Not tenor sounding for sure, but I think it's pretty sounding
@@GotAUkulele Maybe good ol' TH-cam compression then! :)
Enya.... Just take my money!
I could see it hanging on the wall of a trendy apartment as a quirky decorative feature. That's about it. Stay safe and well.
About it? What apart from the fact it patently sounds nice?
@@GotAUkulele nice is right.
I actually saw a comment almost just like this on the Lava U review and did a double take. Interestingly, same user 1 year apart. I am no fan of Apple business models or "designer" stuff in general, but if you say it like that it really doesn't mean anything. As far as aesthetic, I'd certainly rather see the Lava U or Feather Tenor than a dime-a-dozen mini guitar. See how I sound?
Handsome uke although not for me. I have an Enya and am not taken with it, plus the transacoustic thing smacks of gimmickry.
The transacoustic is not for everyone - To be honest I don't think I would use it myself either - though it can be bypassed!
Give me one hahahahahahaha
Still too much.
Too much for what?