Souvenir and Toy Ukuleles (Smurf?!)
Let's face it, if you are interested in ukuleles then you are probably (even if it's just a little bit) weird. Ukulele players are like the Shriners of the music world. We have these tiny little instruments and we like to have fun and maybe goof off a little bit.
Well, maybe you embody all of those characteristics but you don't actually know how to play ukulele. Maybe you'd like to just play the part a little bit? Or, maybe you are a competent player and you want the challenge of a novelty or toy ukulele? I mean, some toy ukuleles can be almost unplayable, but therein lies the challenge, right? I mean, what if you are able to pull off some hot "Tiptoe Through the Tulip" licks on a plastic smurf ukulele? That's pretty much a trophy-worthy feat, if you ask me.
So, for you goofballs out there, here's some pretty hilarious toy and souvenir ukuleles that are on ebay right now.
Smurf Soprano Ukulele
The Strummin Smurf! Ahhh yeah! Solid.. um... plastic with a blue finish (duh!). It features Smurfette and whatever the name was of the smurf who played the Lute. If you are (or were) the "weird kid" in high school, then you need this uke. Just think of how great it will go with your trench coat. 
When I was wearing my undertaker's suit coat and doing yo-yo tricks in 11th grade, I would have killed for this instrument.
HAWAIIAN POLYNESIAN LUAU COCONUT UKULELE
HAWAIIAN POLYNESIAN LUAU COCONUT UKULELE
That's right, folks! A Ukulele made out of a coconut. Although, I think it might be more of a decoration than anything. I mean, look at that action! The freaking strings are almost a half inch off of the neck. Still, just think how bad-ass you'd look if you could actually play this beast. Heh.
LEOLANI SPRUCE HIBISCUS FLOWER SOUVENIR UKULELE
LEOLANI SPRUCE HIBISCUS FLOWER SOUVENIR UKULELE
Alright... I live in Montana. So, to me, Hawaii is a magical fantasy land where you don't freeze to death and you don't worry about bears destroying your compost pile. Ahh.. heaven. I've never been to Hawaii but something tells me that the first thing you see in the hotel gift shop is a plastic ukulele resembling the one above. Heck, I bet your aunt and uncle have one of these in their closet already. In fact, it's how I got started on ukulele. My mother-in-law had a very similar souvenir ukulele that I spent hours on, trying to figure out why I couldn't play it correctly. Turns out, it was impossible to tune. But, if you want to just look the part, then this little guy is adequate.
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 New Red 21 Hawiian Luau Party Toy Ukulele Guitar with Nylon Strings $10.00 Time Remaining: 16h 25m |
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 VINTAGE MATTEL CAT IN THE HAT TOY GUITAR UKULELE $75.00 Time Remaining: 1d 9h 13m Buy It Now for only: $75.00 |
 New Blue 21 Hawiian Luau Party Toy Ukulele Guitar with Nylon Strings $10.00 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 45m |
 New Natural 21 Hawiian Luau Party Toy Ukulele Guitar with Nylon Strings $10.00 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 45m |
 BRAND NEW IN BOX SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS FLYING V UKULELE PACK TO CLEAR $69.04 Time Remaining: 2d 7h 55m Buy It Now for only: $69.04 |
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 Cute Antique Albert Schoenhut Liberty Model Ukulele Banjo $39.99 Time Remaining: 2d 22h 19m |
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 First Act Discovery Ukulele $19.99 Time Remaining: 3d 14h 45m Buy It Now for only: $19.99 |
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 NEW CHILDRENS BLUE SOLID MAPLE WOOD SOPRANO UKULELE KIDS TOY UKE MADE IN USA $45.47 Time Remaining: 3d 17h Buy It Now for only: $45.47 |
 First Act Discovery Ukulele $19.99 Time Remaining: 3d 19h 52m Buy It Now for only: $19.99 |
 1950s Howdy Doody Plastic Ukulele Original Song Book and Pick Vintage Ukulele $150.00 Time Remaining: 4d 13h 14m Buy It Now for only: $250.00 |
 Sale NEW IN BOX SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS UKULELE PACK + ACCESSORIES CLEARANCE $44.38 Time Remaining: 4d 21h 32m Buy It Now for only: $44.38 |
 VINTAGE 1966 ALPS WINDUP TOY OLD MAN w UKULELE GUITAR BANJO BOBBLE HEAD WORKS $14.99 Time Remaining: 5d 15h 24m |
 1920s Negative Photo Christmas Tree TOYS Train Pull Ukulele Kids Books Felix Cat $14.88 Time Remaining: 5d 16h 54m Buy It Now for only: $14.88 |
 NEW QUALITY CHILDRENS SOLID MAPLE WOOD TENOR UKULELE KIDS TOY $53.97 Time Remaining: 6d 20h 59m Buy It Now for only: $53.97 |
 NEW QUALITY CHILDRENS SOLID WALNUT REAL SOPRANO UKULELE KIDS WOOD TOY $43.26 Time Remaining: 6d 21h 2m Buy It Now for only: $43.26 |
 SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS PINEAPPLE UKULELE PACK TO CLEAR $59.17 Time Remaining: 7d 23m Buy It Now for only: $59.17 |
 SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS FLYING V UKULELE PACK TO CLEAR $69.04 Time Remaining: 7d 4h 47m Buy It Now for only: $69.04 |
 Leolani Brown Wood Map Hawaii Ukulele A37 Hawaiian Toy $34.00 Time Remaining: 7d 13h 33m Buy It Now for only: $34.00 |
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 NEW CHILDRENS ADULTS SOLID CHERRY WOOD TENOR UKULELE KIDS TOY $53.97 Time Remaining: 7d 16h 37m Buy It Now for only: $53.97 |
 Emenee Howdy Doody Uke Toy Guitar in Box RARE $339.95 Time Remaining: 8d 1h 13m Buy It Now for only: $339.95 |
 1 8 Ukulele Hawaii Stringed Instrument Musical Model F toys 3 $13.99 Time Remaining: 8d 1h 44m Buy It Now for only: $13.99 |
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Hi Ukelele Guy …
I really dig on your site, and the way you write. I agree that Ukelele players are (kool) nerds… kinda like the mini accordion (I have one of those too *shame spiral* )
I’ve been lucky enough to see Hawaii, and I’ve been obsessed with all things Hawaii since. I came across an ad today that had a Leolani for $45 no strings. From trawling around the net it seems to be a ‘souvenir’ and is listed at most, $30 new. This has the touristy flowers and has HAWAII printed on the front. I don’t think that sounds like a good deal. I feel inspired now though. Can you suggest the cheapest & best ukelele for an absolute beginner?
Uhhhh.. dunno what CommentLuv is … but I’m going for it!
Thanks UG
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Howdy Ginger!
I would say the best starter ukuleles are Lanikai and Mahalo. Check out these links to find some great deals:
http://ukuleleguy.com/lanikai-ukuleles
http://ukuleleguy.com/mahalo-ukuleles