Pono Master Series vs Pro Classic

[AncientMatingCalls]

Didn't Tim Wilson cover this question? (post #3)

Anyone played a new Oli uke?

Particularly interested in folks that have played one head to head with a Pono Master Series. I know they were mostly just listed this week so this may be a little early.

forum.ukuleleunderground.com

Didn't Tim Wilson cover this question? (post #3)

Anyone played a new Oli uke?

Particularly interested in folks that have played one head to head with a Pono Master Series. I know they were mostly just listed this week so this may be a little early.

forum.ukuleleunderground.com

That post is about Oli ukuleles. I wasn’t really asking about Oli’s.

 

[kkimura]

That post is about Oli ukuleles. I wasn’t really asking about Oli’s.

Sorry, my bad. Wrong post.
Part of that thread (post #6) covers the relationship between Oli, Master and Classic ukuleles.

 

[keenonuke]

Or does anyone have a comparison between the Pro Classics and the standard/deluxe models? Are differences purely cosmetic? Or is there a sound quality difference?

Yeah that would be really good to know. Thanks for asking. Hoping someone answers and if done, please point us in the right direction

 

[hands_on_lanzon]

Some good info here...

Pono entry level ukuleles vs Pono Pro Classics?

Hi! I'm thinking about getting a Pono baritone (but can't try one out in person at the moment). Is there a noticeable difference in build quality and playability between Pono entry level ukuleles and their Pro Classics line? I'm guessing that radius fretboard and different wood choices make a...

forum.ukuleleunderground.com

Basically summary...

Frankly, their PCs are a step up from their Deluxe models. But If you played them side by side, I'm not sure you would be able to tell much difference in their sound. The PC does play a little easier with the radiused neck.

Disclaimer: Mine are all circa 2017 and older.

Sound the same, but just different levels of adornment.

 

[AncientMatingCalls]

Okay, I heard back from Noa Bonk. According to him there are plans for a new Master Series model, but not this year. They are hopeful for something in 2025.