The Arcadia series are the best value ukuleles we have ever produced. They punch well above their weight when it comes to sound quality, comparing extremely well to the more expensive ukuleles. At Bondi HQ we often debate which of our ukuleles has the best overall sound. The Arcadia series is always part of those discussions, with them being the uke of choice for several of our staff members.
We don't like to talk ourselves up, but we believe we have absolutely nailed it with the Arcadia series when it comes to build quality, aesthetics and sound. There is no compromises at all, just high quality at an affordable price. This is a lifetime instrument, it is built to last and will be around longer than all of us, hopefully with it being passed from one generation to the next.
Series |
Arcadia Mahogany Series |
Size |
Tenor |
Top |
Mahogany |
Back/Sides |
Mahogany |
Strings |
Japanese Nami Carbon |
Soundhole Rosette |
Indigo Blue Pearl |
Fretboard |
Black Ebony |
Fretboard Binding |
Ivory Blossom ABS |
Bridge |
Black Ebony |
Nut & Saddle |
Bone |
Tuners |
Bondi Plush Nickel |
Frets |
18 |
Logo |
Custom Logo Inlay |
Body Binding |
Ivory Blossom ABS |
Finish |
Satin |
My 14yo grandson had been playing a 2 dollar yard sale small yukelele for two years and he plays very well,he saw this yukelele and told me when he got enough money saved up,he wanted to get him one like it,so the grandpa in me kicked in and I told him he didn't have to save his money because he could have that one. He plays it every day and plays other instruments as well and plays in live concerts with the music tutorials several years.
Hey Harry, thanks so much for taking the time dropping us this super nice comment. I loovveee that your daughter is v happy with her gift Momma has a lovely taste! It's our goal to always bring joy to you guys, and it warms our heart and makes everything worthwhile each time we receive this kind of messages. We promise to be always available for you whenever you need us. Again many thanks for the support. I wish you the bestest year! Best! Emy - Bondi Ukuleles For Customer Delight
I've been absolutely loving this ukulele. When I bought it, I felt a little guilty knowing there's much more affordable options, but I just loved the look of this one. I've had it for about two weeks and I'm so glad a spent the extra money to get the design I loved. The quality of this ukulele is amazing and I highly recommend!
Hey Mike! It always makes me the happiest whenever I see this kind of comment. Our purpose is to spread joy through this marvellous instrument, and everything is worth it when you share with us your 100% satisfaction. ☺️ We're not stopping. We'll continue to provide quality products and awesome customer service because that's what you all deserve. Thanks for choosing Bondi Ukuleles. May this year be your best ever! Cheers, Emy - Bondi Ukuleles For Customer Delight
Awesome product . Just as shown in great condition . Easy to tune my kid loves it plays it EVERYDAY. Customer service was spot on also, highly recommend.
Thanks SO much for the sweetest comment ever Andrea Renner! I'm over the moon reading this and couldn't help smiling This kit is suitable for all type of players, but with a special touch for beginners. So glad that you're happy with your Bondi kit. Welcome to the Bondi tribe! Remember, the team is just here so if you have any questions regarding your kit, feel free to shoot us a message anytime. Happiest New Year! xoxo, Emy Bondi Ukuleles For Customer Delight
I don't have any other ukulele to compare, but so far I love this, I'm still learning the basics, it comes with everything you need and maybe more.
This review is an absolute blessing! Thank you SO much for the kindest words and for trusting our starter kit. I'm always over the moon each time we receive feedback like this. It's always our goal to make you guys feel 100% satisfied with your buying experience with us. We'll drop everything for you whenever you need us. Again, thank you A.Blessing! you literally just made my day. You're the best for recommending us.❤️ On behalf of the whole team here, I wish you and your family a lovely and peaceful Christmas. Best Regards, Emy
My daughter wants to learn how to play ukelele. I am happy to bought this product. An excellent buy indeed!
I'm in love with this review! Haas, Doro Thanks you so much for all the wonderful words this means everything to the team, and I'm really glad to know that you're satisfied with this starter kit. It's always been our goal to provide you guys with quality instruments at a reasonable price. This starter kit is tailor-fit for beginner players because we wanted to make sure you got everything you'll need to kickstart your uke journey. I super appreciate your recommendation! We can't wait to see your first online cover using this ukulele don't forget to tag us, okay? Again thank you BIG time for this review. Your whole Bondi Ukuleles fam wishes you and your family a wonderful holiday. Best, Emy - Bondi Ukuleles
My daughter is so happy with this gift. Everything she needs seems to be provided. A quality product from a friendly company (so far). Sheer Joy. Many useful tools.
Has been a lot of fun. Has absolutely everything a beginner player needs to get started. Highly recommend!
Wowee, I think I need to move households.... Christmas does come early in yours! Strike while the ukuleles hot I guess. Did your daughter receive it "lawfully" early or did she accidentally rip the present while restacking the presents under the tree... an old personal favourite of mine. Glad she loves it. Marcus Bondi Ukuleles For Customer Deligh
First of all, I'm really a beginner, not in making Music, but I've not played Ukulele or something similar before. I played flute a long time and I still play piano. My flutes are all made of wood, because I just don't like the sound of plastic flutes, That's why I was looking for a Wood Ukulele/ starter kit. And I don't regret my choice. Since the first day the uke arrived I'm in love. It's like a Baby. I couldn't imagine a better way to spend my money. The accessories are all super cool and useful and the Quality is very good. The Company is also super Kind. If you're looking for an uku I can really recommend it!!!
I'm in love with this review! Haas, Doro Thanks you so much for all the wonderful words this means everything to the team, and I'm really glad to know that you're satisfied with this starter kit. It's always been our goal to provide you guys with quality instruments at a reasonable price. This starter kit is tailor-fit for beginner players because we wanted to make sure you got everything you'll need to kickstart your uke journey. I super appreciate your recommendation! We can't wait to see your first online cover using this ukulele don't forget to tag us, okay? Again thank you BIG time for this review. Your whole Bondi Ukuleles fam wishes you and your family a wonderful holiday. Best, Emy - Bondi Ukuleles
I cant believe I haven't wrote a review before now. This is a GREAT instrument!!! It was my first uke. I've since progressed to another more intermediate uke that was given to be as a gift, but still come back to my Bondi regularly. It had a great sound and stays in tune without fail. And, this company has amazing customer service! I had a FB messenger conversation with one of the folks from Bondi while they were at the airport o resolve an issue. It felt like they genuinely wanted me to be happy with my purchase. And, boy, did they deliver!!! If you were on the fence about this uke, JUST GET IT!!! You wont be disappointed!!!
This review is an absolute blessing! Thank you SO much for the kindest words and for trusting our starter kit. I'm always over the moon each time we receive feedback like this. It's always our goal to make you guys feel 100% satisfied with your buying experience with us. We'll drop everything for you whenever you need us. Again, thank you A.Blessing! you literally just made my day. You're the best for recommending us.❤️ On behalf of the whole team here, I wish you and your family a lovely and peaceful Christmas. Best Regards, Emy
My daughter absolutely loved this for her Christmas present. Great quality & great kit!
Wowee, I think I need to move households.... Christmas does come early in yours! Strike while the ukuleles hot I guess. Did your daughter receive it "lawfully" early or did she accidentally rip the present while restacking the presents under the tree... an old personal favourite of mine. Glad she loves it. Marcus Bondi Ukuleles For Customer Deligh
My daughter absolutely loves the ukulele starter kit. It is very good quality and comes with lots of extras!
Hi Crystal, it's always super nice getting this kind of comments from you guys, it means so much to us Really happy that your daughter loves this starter kit! The team has put all the accessories she'll need in this kit to jumpstart her uke journey. Hope we see her first online cover, remember to tag us, yeah? Thanks so much for taking time dropping us this very review. Take care now, and should you need us we are always here 24/7 for you! Always have a Bondi-uke-tiful day! Cheerio, Emy Bondi Ukuleles
My daughter just received it, I'm not a connoisseur of ukuleles but my daughter sure has invested time looking into them. She is absolutely in love with it. There was a note inside that Marcus sent telling us he wanted to make it special and added a stand for her. It made a world of difference. When I went to buy it I was concerned as it's her first one and I did not want to spend that much money on her first ukulele. I read every review and noticed there was a response to each and every comment. I'm big on customer service and it won me over. The added note from Marcus and the special gift included made it to a five star rating even if I know nothing about ukuleles. My daughter has a huge smile and the product is very "solid". Came with everything they stated. It's a beautiful crafted instrument I must say. If your searching and are like me comparing 50 to this one due to price, you certainly will not be disappointed. Thanks for taking the time to read this review... It's from a cheap, loving mom that made a good decision and went with her gut ?
Ahhhh stop it guys it's Marcus here . You've melted our hearts like butter on hotcakes . I really appreciate you taking the time and writing us to let us know how we are doing. What a gorgeous photo and a gorgeous message you left us to go with it. Comments likes this really give us a buzz and like you mentioned about customer service, we love to deliver all we can. Also, you've just helped to sponsor a teacher in Cambodia for our Rhythm & Reason. Thanks to you, we are making great strides to helping 5 million children in Cambodia have music as a part of their education. It means so much. Welcome to the Buzzing Bondi Community, we welcome your daughter and your whole Clan with open arms. Anytime you need us just give us a shout. - If we don't beat you to it Some more about our Charity: 1) By purchasing any ukulele kit on our website, you’re contributing to the Buy One, Give One program: You buy a ukulele, we put a teacher through the Bondi Ukuleles Foundation Teacher Training System. 2) After your purchase, a kindergarten teacher will come to our community center once a week for training. For 10 weeks, teachers learn how to hold, strum and tune a ukulele. Along with educating teachers on how to play the ukulele, we also teach them how to maintain it so that the instrument – and subsequent musical program – becomes a sustainable part of the Cambodian school system. 3) Teachers are awarded our Bondi Ukulele University qualification and a ukulele to take back to the classroom once they have successfully completed the 10-week course. By empowering teachers with a ukulele, know-how and ownership, we’re ensuring a self-sustaining educational program. 4) By purchasing with us, you’re helping to bring music into classrooms. The Rhythm & Reason Initiative is currently developing videos to help support each teacher with implementing ukulele music into their school curriculum and will also send volunteer ukulele players from overseas to play with them in the classroom. Thanks for supporting our movement. It means so much. Love you guys. Chat soon, Marcus CEO For Customer Delight, No less.
Cute beginner level
Hi there Sujesh, thanks so much for this 5-star review. I like that you find this starter kit cute Hope you like everything that comes with it. Let me know if you have any questions or if you need help about anything uke related and we'll be ready to help. May you always have a Bondi-uke-tiful day! Best Regards, Emy Bondi Ukuleles
I am very pleased with the quality and value.
Hi Sue, I'm super glad to know that you're happy with your starter kit. This is the kind of message we're looking forward to seeing each day. The team took a step forward curating this kit making sure you guys get the value for your money. So thanks so much for taking time writing this nice review. It means everything to us. Happy Strumming and always have Bondi-uke-tiful day! Emy For Customer Delight Bondi Ukulele
Perfect!! I like this kit. Above all, Its sound quality is so nice.
Hi Durnario, thanks so much for dropping us this 5-star review! I'm soo happy that you like this kit. This is the kind of message that motivates us to do better. Should you need help w/ anything uke related, I'm just here so fire us a message anytime. Always have a Bondi-uke-tiful day! Cheers, Emy Bondi Ukulele
.With so many choices available it might be difficult for a first time Ukulele buyer/player to make a good choice. However, with the purchase of this kit, you can breath easy knowing you will have everything a beginner would possibly need to get started quickly. For an absolute beginner such as myself, the instrument sounds very peaceful even when simply strumming the C, G, and F chords. The instrument further seems to hold the tuning quite well, it will need adjustments, but I have experienced worse in my search for my first ukulele. Overall it’s a solid instrument , NOT A TOY. OF NOTE: The bondi team is responsive to any and all issues you have and stayed in contact with me through the shipping and first week or so of my ownership. I never sent any messages to them, they took all initiative to ensure complete customer satisfaction. They want you as a customer for life, and work hard to prove it. Should I need another kit, I would not hesitate to purchase with them again
Hi, calsifier! Wow, Thanks so much for the kind words and this awesome review. I'm literally over the moon reading this. Comments like this mean the world to us and this is why we love to do what we do. Thanks for sharing your positive experience with the whole team. Our service doesn't stop post-sale. We wanna make sure that you guys are happy w/ your purchase and we promise that we're just here if you need help or have any concerns or questions about your ukes. Again, thanks for being an amazing customer and for taking the time writing this in. We'll look forward to serving you again in the future. Welcome to the tribe! and Happy Strumming! Cheers, Emy Bondi Ukuleles For customer delight
Nice ukuele and it comes with everything you need.
Hi there Jamie, thanks a lot for dropping us this 5-star comment. The team has put on a lot of work in making this starter kit the ultimate kit for beginners and getting this kind of reviews from you guys make everything we do here worthwhile. So again thanks for your time. Enjoy your ukulele journey. Cheers, Emy Bondi Ukulele
I’ve never played the ukulele before but I can tell that this is a good *** instrument it sounds and looks amazing and everything that it came with is great especially the case
Hi Sofia, thanks for this frickin great review! Sooo happy that you love this starter kit! It would be more awesome to see you play, maybe tag us on your online covers? Welcome to the tribe! Your Bondi Ukuleles team is just here so fire us a message anytime if you need us! Cheerio, Emy - Bondi Ukuleles Leave a repl
This product is beautiful, well made and has everything you need. I am playing songs 5 days in as a new beginner! And best yet the purchase gives back by helping bring music classes to children in Cambodia!!!
Hi Jen! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful photo with us we're smiling from ear to ear reading this This is the kind of message that motivates us to be better at what we do especially on our initiative bringing music to the schools of Cambodia. We're so proud and glad having awesome customers like you in our tribe ❤️ Keep the ukulele love ❤️ Happy Strumming! PS. Looking forward to seeing your future covers online, don't forget to tag us yea? Take care now. Cheers, Emy
The Ukelele starter kit was very helpful for someone with no Ukulele background like me. The videos were great and the free Skype lesson with Jeff really helped me get started. He is an experienced teacher, patient to start with the basics, adapts to the level of the student and very friendly. I would recommend this Ukulele starter kit for anyone wanting to learn to play.
Hi there Jo, I can't thank you enough for dropping us this 5-star review and for recommending us to new ukulele players . I'm happy to know that you find this uke kit beautiful the team made sure you have everything you need so you can have a fun experience learning the ukulele including the free tutorial with Jeff. He's a rockstar teacher and always leaves a great impression w/ our customers. Welcome to the tribe Jo, your Bondi Ukuleles team is just here if you have any questions you can shoot us a message any time. Xoxo, Emy Bondi Ukuleles