Enya Nova U Concert Ukulele 23” Carbon Fiber – Waterproof Travel Ukulele for Beginners & Adult, Lightweight Durable Body with Beginner Kit (Case, Strap, Capo, Strings)

It has been the biggest surprise that many people have found love with the Enya Concert Travel Ukulele a.k.a. the Nova U, a carbon fiber ukulele. For one, where many travel ukulele are soprano, Enya released a travel ukulele available in numerous colors but also, extra swag, gig bag and a marketing campaign which has many of the top ukulele YouTubers showcasing it on their channel. Now, as one who is learning to play ukulele, the idea of a travel concert ukulele is quite exciting. So, let’s begin with talking about Enya, the first thing one may see is the logo and its similarities to the singer enya. The type-face is totally different and there is no relation to the singer. Enya is based in China and while many ukulele’s from major brands are made in China, and known as Enya music, unlike other Chinese brands, this company is about quality, affordability and also making sure those who are wanting to learn the ukulele, you get treated with a lot of cool swag and a gig bag but most importantly, the company is known for listening to its customers and improving their product. The company includes with the travel uke and gig bag, a strap, a capo and backup fluorocarbon strings. A tuner is not included. And I know some people may look at the front and think this ukulele will be difficult to tune because of the Enya logo on the front. But this is not the case, because there is a sound hole, but it’s located on the side of the body. The version I got was black is made of 30% carbon fiber & polycarbonate. The finish is Satin but I will have to say, and it’s something I expected before I ordered this (that’s why I went back and forth of going black or white), but I love black too much and it’s a travel guitar, I expect to get fingerprints on this travel uke. The size is 23″ concert, which is the next step up in size after a soprano and before a tenor. The strings are Enya Fluorocarbon. I absolutely love the gold tuners on black. Oh, and it’s important to emphasize that these tuners kept their tune and probably had to adjust the tuners every half hour or so, as opposed to several minutes like some inexpensive ukes from China. One thing you’ll notice with those playing black Enya Concert Travel Ukulele Nova U – 23’’ Carbon Fiber are the fingerprints. So, if you can’t stand to see fingerprints, black may not be for you. And as I was playing the Enya Concert Travel Ukulele Nova U – 23’’ Carbon Fiber, I was impressed with it. Not just with the sound, how it retained its tuned sound, but also overall presentation from Enya and what it comes with. It’s actually quite awesome and while the sound is different from a wooden ukulele, not by a whole lot. The Nova U sounds absolutely awesome! In fact, you can see a few cool YouTubers performing with it: It’s important to note that Enya also offers a pickup, a DOUBLE AcousticPlus which is about double the price for those who want an electric version of this travel concert ukulele. Note: An Enya Concert Ukulele Nova U is under $90 US. So, for the most part, this is an awesome travel uke! I absolutely love it! But there would be a few things that would have made it perfect… Colored Frets – The Nova U needs colored frets, not all black. You can feel it, but you can’t really see them unless you are in the light. Fret Dots – For beginners, having fret dots on the side for beginners. Great to see Fret Markers on the Fret Board, but this would be popular for schools because the uke is durable, but if it had the fret dots, I can see these being purchased by music teachers for their classes. Tuner – Enya offers a tuner for many of their products, but not the Nova U. In fact, I think the set would benefit with the tuner more than the capo itself. But overall, this is an fantastic travel concert ukulele from Enya. If you are in the market for a travel ukulele or a uke to keep in the car or to play at home, definitely give the Enya Concert Ukulele Nova U 23’’ Carbon Fiber Travel Ukulele a try!

This ukulele is one of those exceedingly rare items that was conceived and executed in a way that can only be described as brilliant. That it’s made of molded material means it can have the kind of complex curves that make this the most comfortable to hold and play ukulele ever made. Everything is smooth, no sharp edges, it’s a joy. That they chose a very good grade of material to construct the ukulele from means that it will last a very long time and, with decent care, a lifetime. Aesthetically it’s very nicely put together, joints are invisible, the finish is pleasingly subdued (I have the black soprano version), and the contrasting hardware is attractive. The cost is hardly more than that of a child’s toy ukulele, though it is decidedly not a toy, and from an innovative design, build, and value perspective it is unmatched. Of course we own ukulele’s to play and to enjoy the music we make with them, so how they sound is very important. The sound as it comes is fine, but I suspect the strings were chosen to provide volume and as a result they’re a little sharp. They’re not sharp to the degree they’re harsh, but they’re not the softer tone I prefer and have become accustomed to from my Kala ukuleles. I think they’re perfectly acceptable, but I swapped them for a set of Aquila Super Nylgut AQ-100 High G Soprano Ukulele Strings, and I love the sound. It’s a personal choice. I cannot imagine a better ukulele for the beginner to learn on, and that’s good enough for the expert to have and enjoy as a knock around spur of the moment companion. In summary, it’s absolutely brilliant.

As someone who's been playing the ukulele for many years I'm highly impressed with the quality and craftsmanship of this uke. I bought it in pink and it is truly outstanding. The sound is vibrant, the action isn't too high, the tuning pegs stay in place throughout a session, the sound hole design is peak, and the material is wonderful! It's not a cheap plastic so it doesn't muffle the sound at all. This uke is also very lightweight and comes with a hard case for easy transport and storage. All around beautiful instrument and fun to play! I'd highly recommend! You can't beat a quality instrument at such an affordable price!

This Enya ukulele is beautiful. Light weight and has great sound. As it’s carbon fibre, it’s basically indestructible. The price is amazing so it’s very affordable. The accessories are a very nice touch. The only concern I’m having now is the tuning is not holding. I’m assuming it’s because it’s new and getting used to its new environment. It’s a great starter uke for anyone wishing to learn to play the ukulele.

I seriously love this ukulele! I’m new to the uke but have experience with acoustic guitar, and I was honestly surprised by how easy it was to tune — zero hassle. The moment I unboxed it, I was blown away by the quality. It totally exceeded my expectations. This thing is straight-up badass!!!! Everything — from the uke itself to the accessories — feels super high-quality right out of the box. The packaging was secure and protective, and the sleek black finish? Total rockstar energy. The padded case is soft, snug, and a great touch if you’re taking it on the go. But let’s talk sound — it’s seriously impressive. The tone is cozy, full and clear, with a nice resonance that’s surprising for something in this price range. It projects well without sounding harsh + it holds tuning like a champ. It also feels great to play — no finger pain, which is a huge plus for beginners. The included app with tuning help and lessons is also super user-friendly, especially if you're just starting out. If you're on the fence — don’t be. Whether you're a beginner or just adding to your collection, this ukulele delivers on all fronts. I'm honestly blown away.

My daughter wanted a ukulele for Christmas I found the Enya soprano and concert ukulele. I watched some online reviews and read some reviews here too and decided to try it. They looked cool a bit rock and roll. I bought the soprano for her and concert for me. I only have guitars and for teaching I figured it would be better if I had the same instrument as her so she could watch my hands while learning since the chords are different. Best decision ever. They are beautiful and hardy instruments. The case the concert comes in is a “softish” hard shell case. The soprano has a soft case but has a zipper for extra strings or something small that the case for the concert does not. As a reminder, if you are not already a string player, you will need to tune a new instrument often during an initial breaking in period. The more you play and tune the instruments the better they will hold a tune in the long run. Nylon strings take a little longer to break in than regular guitar strings. It’s been a week now with daily playing and tuning and the strings are almost broken in. Overall both instruments sound fantastic and feel great under my fingers. My 8 year old is having a blast looking cool and playing songs. She said it looks “rock and roll” I was worried about the all black frets for my daughter but she has taken to them just fine and it’s not been a problem. I’m also glad I went with the Enya since they are not wood and the polycarbonate will do great on camping trips in all weather. TLDR: music teacher approved, they look beautiful and sound great. Case and strap are perfect. And I highly recommend the book that is in my picture if you Have younger kids. I found the book on Amazon.

Hello. Long time Scouter and here. In 2023 I was a part of a crew that headed down to Florida Seabase and we spent several days on Big Munson Island. While prepping for the trek, my wife shared a link with me to this Ukulele. I love music. Several of my crew members love music. I won't pretend to be the best at playing the Uke, but I like music and I can hold my own. This uke is tough! While we canoed to Big Munson island it sat at my feet and I barely noticed it. Every morning after waking up, I would walk out to the picnic table I left it on, upend it, and dump out any rain water that had collected in it. It held its tune fairly well and the tuners continued to function throughout the adventure. The only noticeable wear on it is the corrosion around the tuning pegs due to the exposure to sea water. It still tunes though. At the end of the adventure is when it got it's first branding. A tradition at scout camps is branding of images or initials to signify the completion of the adventure. The Carbon Fiber body is fairly resilient and has stood up to many such brandings without changing tone quality or getting in the way of strumming. Over the next year, I became known in the scout community as "that guy with the ukulele". It went with me on monthly camping trips, summer camp, training weekends, and even a 18 mile camping hike in Savage Gulf Tennessee. I just strapped it to the hiking backpack and didn't even notice the weight change. During all that time it accidentally banged up against trees, picnic tables, and whatever else my clumsiness may have had it collide with. This past week my wife and I took 9 other individual scouts on a trip to Northern Tier Atikokan and completed 50+ miles of canoeing and camping in the Canadian Crown lands. Just like with Sea Base, the uke found its way into the canoe and rode with me wherever I went. During portages, I rigged a carabiner to it so it could hang from my life jacket while I carried my share of the load over the trails. It still tunes. It still sounds great. It is always fun to see scouts, counselors, or other passersby on the trails light up when they see the uke out. I guess I can't say enough good things about this. Thank you for making a quality product.

I am a fairly new ukulele player, I've only been playing for about 4 months at the time of writing this review. However - I have a Bachelor's degree in Music; I have been playing flute for almost 19 years and harp for 10 years. So I have developed an ear for whether an instrument has good intonation and resonance. I already owned the Enya EUC-25D mahogany ukulele at the time that I purchased this Nova soprano. So I already liked the Enya brand. I wanted an instrument that was more rugged to bring with me on camping trips and on the family boat. Wooden instruments can be susceptible to warping, swelling, cracking, or fret sprout like when there are drastic temperature/humidity changes or if they get wet. The Nova will be resistant to weather changes and dampness. **I will point out that the tuners are open-gear tuners, and the strap buttons are made of metal - so if you get this ukulele wet and then don't try it off carefully afterwards, the metal gears MAY get sticky or rusty, especially if exposed to salt water. But a splash of water on the body would not damage it like a wooden ukulele.** The Nova is not as loud or as "warm" sounding as my EUC-25D - but I would not expect a plastic/carbon composite instrument to have the same resonance or tone quality as a wooden instrument. I will say I think the Enya Nova soprano sounds really good for the material it is made of! The soprano is surprisingly loud, the tone is bright and crisp, not muddy. It has decent sustain which is very nice for slower songs. My non-musical husband and parents both really like the sound when they hear me practicing. The frets have smooth edges. The fret board and string spacing are comfortable and does not feel cramped at all. The action is low, so I can play comfortably for a long time, even as a new player still developing callouses. I am so glad that the soprano size has been updated and now it DOES come with strap buttons installed, as well as a matching strap. As a new player, I like the stability of a strap. It also comes with spare strings and a capo. The case is a very nice, stiff, "pod" style case with interior padding. I wish the strap went a little bit longer for wearing across my body instead of just over a shoulder like a purse. A minor quibble. It does a good job of protecting the instrument. Once, when we were packing up our campsite in a hurry during a bad rainstorm, my husband tossed the uke in the trunk of the car FIRST, and then piled all of our heavy camping gear (tent, folding chairs, canopy, coleman grill, etc) on TOP of the ukulele. I was nervous when we got home and I realized my brand new ukulele was being crushed by the camping gear, but it was totally fine! The case got one small scuff but was otherwise OK and the ukulele was not damaged at all. So, it passed the accidental toughness test... :) (It DOES NOT come with a clip-on tuner like the more expensive Enya models. A tuner is not listed in the product description. Many other Enya ukuleles DO come with a tuner - but do not assume that all models come with the exact same accessories. You can easily use a free tuner app on your phone.) Bottom line, I WOULD recommend this ukulele if you're on a budget and/or like to travel or spend time outdoors.