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Most uke strings are already made of nylon. If you try and use nylon guitar strings of the same note for the Ukulele, they will be way too long (you can easily cut them though) and way too thick, and if you put them on the extra tension would probably pull the bridge off.
Guitar strings for a specific note are thicker than uke strings. The specific thickness varies with the brand and type. Example: Savarez 520 J classical guitar strings, E=.029, B=.033, G=.041, D=.030. D'Addario Pro Arte uke strings, A=.029, E=.033, C=.041, G=.029.
You could use the guitar E string for the G string on an ukulele to match the size and weight and similar substitutions. But do be careful, particularly if you are not familiar with stringed instruments.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoNo reason you couldn't, as long as they come in the right lengths and the right notes. Strings are usually available in white, black and brown.
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Does a tenor ukulele use nylon string?
You can. A Tenor ukulele is a bit bigger than a standard ukulele, so it might be harder to get the strings to the correct tuning, but it shouldn't be a problem.
Can nylon ukulele stings be used on a dulcimer?
Dulcimers are strung with steel strings. It would be possible to use nylon strings, but it would not have the same sound.
Which classical guitar strings would you put on a baritone ukulele in order to a high d gbe tuning without fear of damaging the instrument?
You would use the same strings as on the guitar, but use only nylon strings, not wire. The wire would be higher tension and more likely to damage things.
Can an ukulele have a metal string without breaking it?
Maybe, depending on the ukulele. The uke is designed to be strung with gut or nylon strings. Metal is very likely to over stress the instrument. The larger ukuleles are more likely to have a metal string. Note that some strings, such as those for a banjolele or a bass ukulele, are wound with very thin wire to make it vibrate in the correct areas.
Can you use fiddle strings on an ukulele?
No, modern violin strings are made of materials such as wound aluminum or steel, which have much higher tension than nylon ukulele strings. The instrument isn't designed to handle that much tension, so it would warp and possibly break.
Does a tenor ukulele use nylon string?
You can. A Tenor ukulele is a bit bigger than a standard ukulele, so it might be harder to get the strings to the correct tuning, but it shouldn't be a problem.
What is the number of nylon strings used on an ukulele?
The standard ukulele has 4 strings. You can get them with up to eight strings.
Can nylon ukulele stings be used on a dulcimer?
Dulcimers are strung with steel strings. It would be possible to use nylon strings, but it would not have the same sound.
Which classical guitar strings would you put on a baritone ukulele in order to a high d gbe tuning without fear of damaging the instrument?
You would use the same strings as on the guitar, but use only nylon strings, not wire. The wire would be higher tension and more likely to damage things.
Can an ukulele have a metal string without breaking it?
Maybe, depending on the ukulele. The uke is designed to be strung with gut or nylon strings. Metal is very likely to over stress the instrument. The larger ukuleles are more likely to have a metal string. Note that some strings, such as those for a banjolele or a bass ukulele, are wound with very thin wire to make it vibrate in the correct areas.
Can you use fiddle strings on an ukulele?
No, modern violin strings are made of materials such as wound aluminum or steel, which have much higher tension than nylon ukulele strings. The instrument isn't designed to handle that much tension, so it would warp and possibly break.
What family of musical instruments does the ukulele come from?
The ukulele comes from the guitar family. A ukulele has four strings, which are normally made out of nylon or gut, and is similar to a small guitar. It does have a different, higher pitched sound than the guitar, however.
What strings should you get for an ukulele?
There is a large variety of choices. You will have to experiment with various strings to find which kind you like best and that sound the best on your ukulele. Nylon is pretty much the only thing used now, though you can find aluminum wound nylon strings. Most players really like the Aquila Nylgut strings. I like the feel of them. I know at least two professionals that prefer D'Addario strings (Jake and Aldrine). Traditional players using vintage instruments like the Martin strings. It will also depend on the tuning, I go with the standard G'CEA.
What are Aquila Strings for an ukulele?
Aquila is a string maker, like D'Addario, Martin, GHS and dozens of smaller companies. The standard for many people are the Aquila Nylgut strings, a nylon polycarbonate string with a flat finish.
What other types of strings beside nylon are used for guitars?
There are two different kind of strings. There are nylon strings and steel strings. Nylon strings are found on acoustic guitars while steel strings are common to find on electronic guitars.
Why is the C string white on the ukulele that Train uses?
Typical ukulele strings are tuned at G, C, E, and A. The C string on a normal ukulele is the lowest string on the instrument. That is because the ukulele uses re-entrant tuning where the G string (4th string) is generally a high G one octave above what would be expected and the second highest string in tone next to the A string (1st string). The white C string (3rd string) is usually the largest string and lowest sounding of the four. Low strings are sometimes wrapped with a very fine aluminum wire to allow it to vibrate correctly. It makes it appear white compared to the other strings, which are typically not wrapped, but plain nylon. Depending on the type of string you buy usually ALL four strings are made of nylon. Some ukulele players, such as the late Israel Kamakawiwo'ole of Hawa'ii, use a low G. The low G, although still smaller in diameter than the C string, is a wound string usually wrapped with silver or aluminum, which gives it the low tonal sound. This is the only time you will see a wound string on a ukulele unless it is a baritone or bass. But on a concert or tenor uke, the large white string you see is simply nylon or gut and is thicker than the others.
I have two Denver ukuleles with different strings One has black strings the other has clear tighter strings What is the difference and which one's better?
The difference is the color. Both are made of nylon polymers. You have to decide which set of strings you like best. If the Ukes are identical, you can learn which of the two you like best and try to duplicate them. Several manufacturers make both clear/white strings and black strings. They can also be found in brown in some places. The color is simply a matter of what you think looks best on the ukulele, but in most cases, players are more interested in how they sound then how they look.
