Enya Nova U 23 Carbon Fiber Travel Ukulele - Perfect for Concerts and Beyond

SW: Nice travel uke, strings hold tune very well and its niceto get matching strap and capo. And it comes with an awesome case.
However, the intonation isn't great and gets more and more out of tune on higher frets. I hope that better string might solve this issue. It's not a problem when playing chord in lower positions, but it is when playing fingerstyle up the fretboard.
in short: very good for strumming along with singing, less for more advanced fingerstyle playing.

Netherlands on Dec 11, 2023

Alma Nelly: Buen sonido. Bonito diseño. Lo recomiendo.

Mexico on Dec 07, 2023

Amazon Customer: Vi har sådana i hela vår ukulelegrupp (en del halvakustiska och anslutna till förstärkare) och är nöjda med dess utmärkta ljud och snygga design.

Sweden on Oct 07, 2023

Tyler Baker: After owning the Enya Nova U 23" Cutaway Carbon Fiber Ukulele for a while, I decided to take it up a notch by changing the strings, and the results were impressive.

The carbon fiber construction, which makes this ukulele durable and waterproof, remains a standout feature. It's still my go-to travel companion for its reliability in various conditions.

However, the upgraded strings brought a significant improvement in sound quality. The ukulele now produces a richer, more resonant tone that enhances the overall playing experience. It's amazing how a simple string swap can make a big difference.

The 23" size and cutaway design continue to strike a great balance between portability and versatility. It's compact yet capable of reaching higher frets comfortably, which is perfect for exploring a wide range of melodies.

For beginners, the Enya Nova U remains beginner-friendly, and the included kit with a gig bag, strap, capo, and picks is a handy addition for those starting their ukulele journey.

In summary, the Enya Nova U 23" Cutaway Carbon Fiber Ukulele becomes an even better musical companion with upgraded strings. Its rugged build, portability, and...

United Kingdom on Sep 18, 2023

M.V.: I've always liked this model. In my opinion, the Nova in either size should be the very first ukulele you aquire. It's just a really neat product.

This is the third one we've got. The black consert and the black soprano being the first two.
I've drilled them all upp (from 8 to 10 mm I think) to replace the machine heads with something a little heftier. (Didn't like the gold color either, so we got sealed chrome ones and some new strap buttons)
It might be down to marigins on the assembly line, but this red one was built alot thicker than the black ones, hence way less brittle to drill.
It also feels a bit sturdier and heavier than the black does.

Might not be useful info to everyone, but there it is. Cheers!

Sweden on Sep 13, 2023

Gabriella Blanchard-ManningGabriella Blanchard-Manning: The media could not be loaded.  I included one pic with a ballpoint pen to get an idea of size because I would have really liked that when I was thinking of purchasing. Also a quick video so you can get an idea of sound. Sorry it is out of tune and I am also a beginner so the chords/scales are not perfect! The sound is great and if you know how to strum properly you can get some good projection. Not nearly as twangy as I feared, a warmer tone which is nice when singing along. I have played it for over an hour and it stays in tune with the lower quality strings that come with the ukulele. The ukulele comes with 2 sets of strings and a capo. The case it comes with is also really nice, sleek-looking case which provides a moderate level of protection. I haven't gotten around to decorating it with stickers but if you're into personalization, the sky is the limit. I recommend this ukulele if you're a beginner like me and I imagined more experienced players will enjoy dragging this one along to less hospitable environments where it can get wet and you don't have to worry about damaging the ukulele. The only think I think can be improved is the strap it comes with, it is a little...

United States on Mar 10, 2023

Noah D.Noah D.: I love my concert uke from Enya. I don’t really have any negative things to say so far. Comes with a capo, extra E6S strings, a wonderfully padded case with two strap options, and the uke strap itself. For the money, the value can’t be beat. I also own a solid top mahogany tenor uke, as well as a laminated soprano and this Nova blows the laminate model out of the water obviously. I’m not sure if it can stack up against the tones of the tenor, but that’s a whole different ballgame. What I especially like is that it’s so portable and seemingly impervious to intense temperature swings or changes in humidity. Overall the build quality on everything is spot-on. Have I mentioned the case?!? It’s awesome. One of this quality usually costs almost the whole price of this starter set, WITHOUT a good uke to accompany it. So this is a great deal, with discounts and sales on them — even better. The fretboard is roomy on my concert model, frets are plastic but the playability is so smooth. Strings are decent quality from the factory but I may look into upgrades. Tuners are good quality, open-back gold finish, gears that they used look like they’ll stand the test of time at least...

United States on Mar 01, 2023

TechFamTechFam: 6 month Update:
I LOVE this ukulele so much. It’s my go-to. I’ve taken it to the beach (back when it was safe to go) and even on a colder evening by the hot bonfire held its tune. The sand adds a little crunch when using the tuning pegs, but still tunes smoothly despite it. Holds its tune really well (except when I bump the tuning pegs when putting it in the case, haha).

I’ve had a couple friends buy a Nova U on my recommendation and they love it as well.

I ended up also getting one in pink with a pick-up so I can record with it. (Surprise Gift from the hubby!)

The Nova U’s just have such a great quality and sound. Equal to my $300 ukulele, easily. Excellent price, quality and design. You won’t be disappointed!

I’d love an option to pay a little more and get a tuner with it. And I still wish the bag had a pocket, but honestly you can fit the tuner and strap and capo inside the bag as it is. (I also said this with my original review, see below)

Summary: I really can’t recommend Enya enough.
They are really great about responding to any questions when I’ve reached out to them on Instagram.
The 25D is also a great ukulele by...

United States on Dec 20, 2019