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What is a 7letter string instrument?

Ukulele :)


Can you string the same string back on your ukulele when it snaps off?

If it is long enough you can re-string the instrument with it.


What is the lowest note you can play on a ukulele?

It will depend on the tuning and size of the instrument. On the baritone size the lowest note is going to be the D string. On the GCEA tuned ukulele, it will be the C string.


What is the cheapest string instrument?

as far as i am concerned its the Ukulele-cost around £20


What pitches does the ukulele have?

The standard tuning for a ukulele is G-C-E-A, from the top string to the bottom string. This means the pitches are G (the 4th string), C (the 3rd string), E (the 2nd string), and A (the 1st string). The ukulele typically plays in the soprano range, making it a bright and cheerful instrument. Variations in tuning can occur, but G-C-E-A is the most common.


Is the ukulele part of the percussion setion?

No, the ukulele is a string instrument. It is a member of the lute family. Some people do 'hit' the body to get a percussion sound to keep time.


Is the ukulele string wind or precussion?

String. 4 of them. By the way, most people do not pronounce the name correctly. It is not you-kah-lay-lee. In Hawai'ian, it is oo-koo-LEE-lee.


What is the purpose of ukulele bridge pins and how do they affect the sound and playability of the instrument?

The purpose of ukulele bridge pins is to secure the strings at the bridge of the instrument. They affect the sound by transferring the vibrations of the strings to the body of the ukulele, influencing the tone and volume. Additionally, they can impact playability by affecting the string height and tension, which can affect how easy or difficult it is to play the instrument.


What is the purpose of the ukulele?

It is a 4 string musical instrument used to make music and have fun with. It's a small stringed instrument like a guitar. You play it kind of like a guitar too. Ukulele is also the Hawaiian word for jumping flea.


Is ukulele a contry?

Ukulele is a Hawaiian word. The instrument is the Hawaiian version of an instrument that came from Portugal.


What musical instrument start with U?

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.