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The key measurement is the length from the nut to the bridge. That determines the length of the string available to vibrate. The link below will take you to a video that shows you how to measure and what lengths are what size.
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What Greek instruments is the ukulele related to in size and shape?
The lute is an early instrument similar to the ukulele.
What is a soprano ukulele for?
Nothing, they are the same thing. The original ukulele was what is now referred to as the soprano. The larger concert size was made to get a bit more sound for a bigger audience. And then the tenor size, bigger, deeper sound.
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.
Which has a higher pitch the guitar or ukulele?
It will depend on what sized ukulele and what size guitar as well as how they are tuned. A 'standard' sized ukulele is going to have a higher pitch than most guitars. However, a baritone ukulele is going to be pretty similar to that of a guitar.
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 Greek instruments is the ukulele related to in size and shape?
The lute is an early instrument similar to the ukulele.
What is a soprano ukulele for?
Nothing, they are the same thing. The original ukulele was what is now referred to as the soprano. The larger concert size was made to get a bit more sound for a bigger audience. And then the tenor size, bigger, deeper sound.
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.
Which has a higher pitch the guitar or ukulele?
It will depend on what sized ukulele and what size guitar as well as how they are tuned. A 'standard' sized ukulele is going to have a higher pitch than most guitars. However, a baritone ukulele is going to be pretty similar to that of a guitar.
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 size ukulele does Hester Goodman play?
Standard or Soprano (same thing).
What ukulele should I get?
There are so many variables that it would be difficult to provide an answer. You budget will be a large factor. The best thing to do is to visit a shop and try a variety of instruments to determine the size, shape and type that you like best.
What is the size of a beginner's ukulele?
Whatever size you wish it to be. The standard or soprano is the most common, but the tenor is very popular.
What size ukulele does Jack Johnson play?
I believe that he plays a Tenor sized Fender ukulele, there are numerous pictures of Jack Johnson 'signed' koa wood Fenders.
How do you know what size strings for an ukulele?
You need to determine the size of your ukulele. It is determined by measuring the length between the nut to the bridge of the instrument. The video linked below show you how to measure and what sizes they are.If you know what size of ukulele it is and what tuning you will be using then there's no real problem, string makers indicate on the packet (or in advertising) what size the strings are designed to fit. You also need to make sure that the set you acquire has the proper strings for your tuning, such as Low G or High GIf in any doubt the best thing to do is take your instrument to a music store that sells ukuleles, they should also sell strings.WARNING fitting the wrong strings can seriously damage the instrument.
Which ukulele sounds most tropical?
There are many variables that influence the sound of an ukulele. The strumming patterns, strings and the music being played will greatly affect the resulting sounds. My opinion would be that a soprano size ukulele has the sound most associated with the Hawaiian music.
Was there a reason behind the building of ukulele?
The ukulele is a small stringed instrument. It doesn't require much in the way of materials, is easy to carry and to make music on. People like the size and the sound.
