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Normally they have a figure 8 shape the same as a guitar. It can be a sort of oval that looks like a pineapple, but any shape can be used. The more complex the shape, the harder to build and the more difficult to make it sound properly when strummed.
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∙ 10y agoIt is typically made in the standard figure 8 shape of stringed instruments. However, it can be made in a wide variety of shapes, including round, oval, square and even triangular. Some have been made in novelty shapes to look like an airplane or car.
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What is the difference between a mandolin and an ukulele besides the number of strings?
The shape is different, but there is no reason a ukulele couldn't have the same shape. The ukulele is normally smaller then a mandolin. The tuning is different as well.
What Greek instruments is the ukulele related to in size and shape?
The lute is an early instrument similar to the ukulele.
Is an ukulele a guitar?
No, but they are in the same plucked lute category of stringed instruments. Many compare it to a guitar, in that they are very similar in shape and in the method of playing. The ukulele usually has 4 strings and a guitar typically has 6. The ukulele is much smaller.
How is the ukulele shaped?
The ukulele can be shaped in a wide variety of manners. The traditional is shaped like a small guitar, the body is effectively like a peanut or figure 8 that is bigger at the bottom. The pineapple shape is also very popular. There is no limitations on shape as long as the sound qualities can be maintained. And then there is the fret board which is just a long narrow rectangle coming from the top of the ukulele and the headstock on top of that, which can come in many different shapes and sizes.
What is ukulele in french?
its just ukulele
Musical instruments starting with the letter U?
· Ukulele · Uilleann Pipes (bagpipes)
What is the pitch range of the ukulele?
It depends on the ukulele.
What is the name of the instrument that is the descendant of the Ukulele?
The Tahitian Ukulele is considered to have been based on the Hawaiian ukulele.
Is an ukulele a guitar or a bass?
Not really. The standard ukulele tuning is very different then a guitar. The bass ukulele could be tuned from a bass guitar.
What is ukulele music?
Anything that is played on a ukulele is ukulele music. And the instrument is extremely versatile. Just about anything that can be played on a banjo or guitar can be easily adapted to the ukulele.
What are good questions to ask about ukuleles?
There are lots of questions.How old is the ukulele?What is an ukulele made of?How do you tune an ukulele?
What is ukulele in Hawaiian?
Ukulele means "jumping flea" because of the motion of ones fingers when playing the ukulele.
