Hi Family! I had posted a video of this double review this morning, but I decided to take it down to fix some of the information. Here's the new one :). Thanks for watching!
I'm giving the Enya Nova U a try! I saw it on Amazon first and then watched this review. I was originally planning to get a tenor ukulele for the larger size, but after watching a lot of reviews, the concert size's sound really appealed to me. I love the design of this ukulele, and it seems perfect to play on the beach. It sounds beautiful in the video. I can't wait! Update: I LOVE it! I was nervous about the thin body when I first pulled it out to look at it (the color and matching case are fabulous), and it took a few minutes to adjust, but I got used to it quickly and I find it more comfortable. It sounds bright and sparkling (so lovely!) just like in the video. It's great for playing brighter sounding tunes (like Counting Stars or Hakuna Matata), but not enough bass for angsty music (like Demons by Imagine Dragons) to sound its best in my opinion, though I still play those tunes anyway and enjoy doing so. I want to get a tenor at some point down the road (not as a replacement, but as a second uke) for music like that. The design is perfect. It's comfortable to hold and play. One thing to note: When I used the strap attached to both buttons, I found that it failed to support the arm while I played, so I put a shoestring on one end, fixing the problem. I really couldn't be happier with it! I carried it down to the beach and played it without being concerned with dampness or heat. I can strum terribly and still not scratch it up. Its design is stunning. I'm not sure I could have gotten a better ukulele (especially as a beginner) for the price. I highly recommend it!
How is the size for you? Cause I really like the look of the enya nova but I'm not too sure if is would be too small for me? I have never played before but I want to learn
I just got the EUC-25D partially because of this review video! I am brand new to ukulele, but I have played flute and harp for over a decade. I am so in love with the beautiful tone quality of the EUC-25D, even as a total beginner who only knows a few chords and 1 strum pattern. It's a JOY to practice and I look forward to picking it up every day! Thanks for letting us know about this instrument!
Two months ago I bought my very first ukulele. I got the blue EUC-25D (the one in the video) and it is already an old friend til the end. Half of it is no longer matte finish, but glossy instead because that is how much I've played it. The color of the stain on that wood makes the color sort of move in the light. It reminds me of a mermaid's tail. I bought a second ukulele that is a different brand and make up and it kind of slides out of my arms easily. This enya stays in my arms just right, and when I have to suddenly do something at home I just swing it around and carry it on my back with the strap. I will own more ukuleles for sure, but I will never let go of this one. Perfect first ukulele in my opinion. 💗🎶
--- "Lil' Blue" was my 1st soprano acquired May 2020. Two years & 7 ukes later (I got sick with UAS), and she is still my go-to girl for sweet music 🎶 And then 3 days ago, I got the Nova soprano ... and I just LOVE it: "Black Beauty. And you're right: there is a "shimmer" to Nova but Blue is deep & warm. Both were restrung with low g.
Very nice review Katie! I think your review did the best job I have seen yet for demonstrating the tonal quality of the Nova farther up the fretboard. It is a really impressive little instrument. Keep up the great work!😊
Thanks for pointing out about the missed details about the body materials. I would hate for someone to be misinformed because of something that I missed. Hopefully, this will help someone make the decision that is beat for them. Thanks for your feedback, and I’m glad you liked the review. I appreciate it.
@@OneMusicSchool You are welcome. Your reviews are simply among the best and I know you care about the information you share. After your review and hearing you play it, the only thing that kept me from wanting a Nova is I am left handed. LOL
Thanks for sharing your opinion. Yes, I had a massive skin flair that week. Sugar is my nemesis and causes lots of inflammation 🙁. Thanks for your kind words 😀.
Lol, I own the blue one and I've been thinking of getting the other one for traveling, it's neat to see her review my exact same ukelele and the one I want to get. I love my blue sweetie! I'm a beginner and I only own 2 so can't really compare it to much. I think the blue one is just so comfortable to play, don't feel like I have to press down very hard. I enjoy the strings, way better than my other ones, I think my blue sweetie is just beautiful and I've carried her around to various places because it's just fun
Hi Katie! I have the Enya EUC-25D in traditional finish. I bought it after seeing a few reviews, including Bernadette's. In a word, it is amazing. The intonation is perfect at the 12th fret as is the pitch at every fret. A compensated saddle is unusual for this price range and quite welcome. The action is incredible at about 2.75 mm at the 12th fret (or even a little less). The sound is resonant and mellow, not twangy. I had previously purchased a Cordoba 15CM from a retail store which i was never happy with and unfortunately did not return in a timely manner, thinking that poor intonation and a ridiculously high action were to be expected in an instrument at this price range. The Enya EUC 25D changed my mind. Even if it did not include all the extras, it would be well worth the cost, but with all the extras, as Bernadette says: "are you kidding me?" At the time I ordered it, there was a 25% off coupon (which is again back on Amazon), but, even at the normal price, I would not hesitate to buy this. If you are in the market for a concert size uke and want a wood one instead of a composite material, buy this one. The solid mahogany top and all the extras make this a deal that can't be beat.
Love hearing your honest thoughts about your purchase. It really is a great uke for the price, and I prefer the sound of this one over the HPL models. Thanks for taking the time to write such a thoughtful comment about your experience. I really appreciate it 😀.
I have been wanting to learn Ukulele for years and the last few months I’ve been seriously looking into purchasing my first Ukulele. I stumbled upon your the other day and after watching your multiple reviews today I decided between the 2 you review in this video as They were the two I’ve been most drawn to. Today I decided and purchased the Euc-25D Ukulele. I am so excited for it to arrive and watch your videos learn to play 💕 I have been a music lover for years and I did choir in high school but unfortunately never got into play instrument besides some very very basic piano
Great review and you play beautifully! I think you may be able to gently sand down that pointy edge that’s rubbing on your index finger pivot point. I’m going to order one, for sure! Great material for not expanding or contracting in the changing heat and humidity of Hawaii. Strong so you can take it to the beach or on a plane and not worry about it. Awesome! Mahalo nui loa!
I have had a tenor Enya X1 for a little over a year and love it. I have other ukuleles begging me to play them but I always return to my Enya. It has beautiful sustain and the sound is amazing. Thank you for your review - I love the trans acoustic. I think you would have a lot of fun playing it. :)
I have had the Enya Nova concert and now have the tenor as well. I found that I preferred the sound of the concert to the tenor UNTIL I changed the original titanium strings of the tenor to the Enya fluorocarbons. Now they sound identical to my ears, so much so that I gave my concert to a friend. This has been the only downsize to these fabulous composite instruments for my purposes. I also had a HPL tenor cutaway that was on the quiet side as you described. But it played so well with a great neck and fretboard. I also gave that to another friend who is totally enjoying it. And finally I have the Bernadette signature concert which is fabulous. It has all the bells and whistles and plays beautifully. I just wish it came in a tenor size as I am leaning more and more in that direction. Yes Enya ukuleles are a bargain!
Hi! Greetings from Japan. Im honored to know that I share a pleasure of sounding and loving these Enya uks with you people across the Pacific. Have a nice day wih your cute uk! Mori Ohkochi (should sound like ”Oh Coach“)🎶🤗
Glad to hear the blue one is nice. My daughter saw some $40 plastic Uke at a music store and is obsessed with it. I'm okay spending twice the money if it's twice as good.
Hi Katie! I was excited to see your review because I bought the blue one when Miss Bernadette featured it a couple months ago. It was on sale at that time and I can't believe what I got for the price. I also have a Kala soprano and Sunstar concert. I have been happy with all of them, but I have only been playing for a year so my opinions are very uneducated. The Enya is pretty, comfortable to play and holds its own soundwise. I like having the option to use the strap. I am planning to switch the strings as they feel a little, um, flimsy? Thanks, I have learned a lot from you!
Your opinion matter so very much, so thank you for leaving your honest feedback 😀. I do find the Enya comfortable to play as well. The fluorocarbon strings are lighter to the touch, so let me j ow which set of Steilow fa you decide to restring it with a d let me know your opinion 😀. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to watch!
@@OneMusicSchool Hi Katie! My Nova U came and I love it! I love the sound port at the top and the thin body. It feels really nice and the nut doesn't bother my index finger. Thank you for the review! I would not have known about this uke otherwise. My son wants the one in black now!😊
Interesting review, both seem good, with their own style. I have plans for a baritone uke to be my next purchase so look forward to any reviews you may do on them. Thanks. C
I have a Lanikai Baritone that I need to review 😀😀😀😀. I’ve had it since April, so I’ve got to get on it 😂. Thanks for watching, and I’m glad that you liked it. Have a great day!
Good reviews. The nova is just too tinney/plasticy sounding to my ears. I like the blue one. I chose a Donner mahogany top and neck Tenor 26 inch DUT-4e electric acoustic ukulele. It came with a nice gig bag, strap, extra strings, lithium batteries, pics, and a chord chart. It also has a 3 band EQ, volume control, and built in tuner. I paid $81.99. Thank you.
Thanks for watching again. I really appreciate it. I just couldn't let it sit and not have the correct information, so I just had to fix it. I would hate for someone to buy something with their hard earned money and not receive what they were expecting. Thanks for being here and have a wonderful day.
Nice overview of both- I was holding my breath so to speak. I ordered the black one from one of your other Enya video links but it hasn't arrived yet. Whew.... You didn't trash it thankfully. I will check out the neck area and perhaps apply something soft over it because sore fingers aren't any fun.
Hope you had a chance to read my comment on the previous vid. Was rather lengthy, so I'll give a synopsis here :)) I really like the Nova U for the rugged weather resistance. Like the clean lines of the gig bag too. Best for sliding in and out of a pack or car full of gear. Streamlined bag with a Slimline uke! Excellent pro tip about ease of zipper opening. Like the black case and uke too, this is the color Enya Nova U I'm contemplating. Black goes with everything. Do like the blue Enya too, hear what your saying about the sustain. Great reviews, Happy Katie days🎶 💙🎶
I really like them both for different reasons. The rich sound of the blue ukulele is beautiful, and it’s so easy to play. It projects, so that’s what was missing from some of the other ukuleles. The Nova is very sleek and innovative, and it puts my mind at ease that I could take it with me on a trip, leave it in my car and not have to worry about fret sprout. What about you?
@@OneMusicSchool yes I agree, you said what I'm thinking about them too. The ease of mind is a plus-plus of the Nova U. That's the one hesitation I have with the Flight travel uke, I think it's great yet I'm concerned of the top wood warping if soak by rain. Or by my tears of frustration, trying to master difficult chords (joking) If anything they'd be tears of joy for your most excellent teachings
I have the 200A Mahogany ukulele as my very first one from Enya. It plays pretty well! The sound is really loud and bold and it lasts pretty long. I love it! I was planning on getting the blue one really soon.
First of all I just started learning to play ukulele and you and a few others have helped me with my first few lesson journey. I went crazy with my first (and second, and third) ukulele because I couldn’t really decide what brand is reputable, what size, materials, etc. I hear a lot about Kala brand but you talk about Enya on this video and a few more you tubers so I’m fairly confident Enya is a good beginner and to early intermediate players. The Nova though, wow, I can’t find anything similar. I got an orange one and that surely will stay on our stable for quite a while. Hopefully though in terms of traditional wood ukuleles, I made the right choice on staying with Enya although the Luna Tattoo is really nice. Any comparison on those? Thanks for your videos both reviews and lessons.
First of all, thank you for watching, and I’m so glad that this video helped you. I’m also glad to hear your honest opinion about the NOVA, and that is going to help others as well to decide if that is an instrument that they would like to purchase. I made an updated ukulele buyer’s guide last week, and that features many sound samples from many different brands. Below is the link, and I hope it helps 😀. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_C-pXjfOhhQ.html
Here’s another link to a video for people that are ready to buy their second uke and upgrade. I hope this one helps as well. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_C-pXjfOhhQ.html
My soprano nova u starts to buzz sooo much this week. I’m thinking about getting a tenor pro now (for the hole you mentioned) and sticking to my wooden sopranos :(. Thanks for the review and the explanation :)!
So great to hear your thoughts! I really appreciate hearing feedback from people that have the instrument. It helps future consumers and it helps me as well. Thanks for taking the time to watch and to comment ❤️.
My review is on igtv @guitargirlgladys. I talked about the materials and the overall wuality of the instrument. I rated it a 5 star for playability, price and sound quality. I have 2 videos of me playing it. I love it! Can't put it down.
Hi, I have a question. I was wondering which one was your favorite or which one you use more. Also which one you think is better for beginners. I’ve become very interested in ukuleles and can’t decide between these two.
I like the look of the black compared to the "candy" of the other colors, BUT I'm concerned about the black heating up if I play outdoors in the sun. Any comments? thanks.
Katie thank you for the wonderful comparison! I love the sound and look of both of the ukes, yet my concern with Nova U is that it is made of carbon fiber, wonder if it is ok for health actually or not? some of those contemporary materials can be not as safe as advertised (hope that one is ok as it is gorgeous)
Thank you for this comparison! Do you think either or both of these ukes could be flipped and restrung for a left handed player? Is there a compensated saddle on either that would prevent this?
Hi Katie, really enjoy your videos. Thank you. I have both of these and agree with your review. I also have an Enya HPL which, as you say, is very quiet so have been thinking about trying different strings hopefully to improve volume, do you have any suggestions please, which would work best. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks again for all you do. TJB
I did see that one, but I haven’t tried it, so I can’t speak to its quality or if it would need a preamp for larger settings. Have you heard someone use it? I’d be curious to know 😀. Thanks for watching!
@@OneMusicSchool Feng E has a video of him doing Wicked Game on it....hubba hubba. I am close to picking up the Nova Trans myself, but hope to see more videos with thoughts on the pick up
Damien , in Enya Music USA, there is a demo of Nova TransAcoustic model with the guy playing in open garden area, demo shows the effects unit reverb and chorus, but didn’t specify duration battery life, not sure if I prefer the built-in rechargeable battery or a removable AAA or AA battery.
Just got an Enya 25d. Loud and good sustain. Am restringing it with Aquila Reds tomorrow. My only problem is the concert bag is a little small and no space to put stuff in.
Your reviews are so delightful and inviting yet informative I love your videos I know it’s none of my business but could you do a review on the teal fender 69 dollar uke I really like that one and I need a review on it before I buy it thank you ❤:)
I own two Enya Ukuleles. One is the Nova U in pink and the other is M6 in blue. I love them both! But I must say the Nova U has exceeded my expectations, esp. for the price. The designs of both are amazing and Nova U has a higher voice plus the strings are so soft on my fingers! I have one criticism for M6, the strings! They use D'addario strings and they hurt my fingers whereas the Nova U is very easy to play. I think I'm going to change the strings on my M6 to get the most of it since the size fits my long arms better.
I just order the blue in consort . I can’t wait . Will be my fist enya . I hope to save enough for the enya pro for the fall . If I can maybe put the pick up in ? Not sure . Will want it in the tenor . Any way I can’t wait will come Friday .
was seriously looking at the black carbon and poly .had to look on amazon to find out if it has metal frets and no it has plastic frets. when i was a kid my mother bought me a plastic guitar and the frets wore out completely. worst christmas gift ever. i ll pass on this .a wooden finger board and metal frets and im in. read amazon ,already complaints.
Hi! Which ukulele do you recommend for traveling to Hawaii? I’m living in Europe, so this means traveling to the other side of the world. This enya traveling one or the flight traveling one?
I bought the nova u as a backup and now I love to play it more than my first wood one (cuz first uke nut is way too high! Owie .. I'll try to lower it someday...)
My first Enya Nova U came defective. My second one is still disappointing even though I replaced its strings and it sounds a bit better. My EUC-25D BU will have its strings changed too.
Hi a newbie here both in learning the ukulele and purchasing. I’m considering the nova U Blue but didn’t have enough information to compare with pick up or without. Wondered if you could demo the benefits. Thanks
Oh my goodness! Thanks for watching again! I really appreciate it :). I just didn't feel comfortable leaving the previous video up. I wanted to make sure I gave the correct specs. So watching it a second time, anything stand out to you about the sound of either?
Hey! :) Do you know if it is possible to restring the Nova for low G setups? I'm thinking of buying it just for that and did see an Amazon review which said it would not work - looking for a second opinion here
Somebody liked this so I am going to answer myself: I took a low g set of worth clear strings and just did it. Works fine but I guess the nut could be a little wider for the low g String. If you really attack it there is some String buzz but no Major issue
Holy sh!+. I paid 165 USD for mine. A great deal more than you did a few years ago. Not sure why the price jumped up. It is not any better than it was in 2019.
I've read (2021) that a lot of the blue mahogany Enya ukes fade and lose their color - one more expensive model ($200) went down to a yellowy-gray! Ugh. This (blue) one sounds good, but I would like to find a colored uke that holds it's color.
That is an excellent point, and I haven’t heard of that before. I will definitely keep an eye on mine to see if that happens. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I'm sorry, but I've never tried the OMS-O4. Legally, I can't speak about the quality of a product unless I have tried it. I do think the EUC-25D is a great uke for a beginner :). I hope that helps. I also have a ukulele buyer's guide for beginners, and I'll link that below. I hope it helps. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_C-pXjfOhhQ.html
Hi have some other Enya reviews. Which one were you thinking? We’re you referring to the pineapple express? I typed in x1 and a guitar popped up in the search. I’ll link the other videos just in case you want to hear some samples.
@@OneMusicSchool I'm sorry for the confusion. Was asking how the Enya EUC-25D compares to the Enya EUC-X1. Am curios to hear your thoughts on where the two differ in tone and playability and if you prefer one over the other.
It would be impossible to glue or install metal frets on the Enya Nova U. Marker might work, but I think it will eventually wear off. Enya came out with a tenor model with metal frets, and I have a comparison video. I'll link it below. Nova Pro - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-DyIysXF2aPE.html
After watching this video I bought them both to compare them. I'm in so much doubt which one to keep though. I like the sound of the EUC-25D BU (blue one) better. The nova u sounds a bit too loud and bright for me. However, I just love the look of the black nova u and really like the fact that it's so much thinner and therefore easier to hold. I also find the strap holder placement on the blue one strange as it's below the fretboard. Maybe I should just keep trying both of them out till my return period runs out and I'm forced to keep both. :D
