Monthly Archives: June 2011

In earlier articles discussing ukulele sizes we discussed the soprano and concert ukuleles with the soprano being the traditional sized instrument and the concert being one step larger. However some professional musicians prefer the tenor ukulele. These instruments are the … Continue reading →

Most beginners and sometimes more seasoned ukulele players prefer the soprano ukulele with its bright sound. However, there is another consideration to keep in mind when shopping for a ukulele and that is tonal quality and fret board size. The … Continue reading →

Looking for something that will disappear into your pocket, carrying case or gig bag, is super easy to read and use, and gives very usable results, then you can’t really go past this Clip Guitar Tuner. This lightweight device makes … Continue reading →

Are looking for an all-solid soprano ukulele that has broad tonal qualities with beautiful grain patterns? Did you know that cedar and rosewood are two other popular tonewoods that are often used for tops or soundboards? Cedar is a soft … Continue reading →

Probably the two most popular tuning pegs for a ukulele fall in the friction and geared categories.  Typically geared tuners are much less susceptible to slippage than friction tuners, although friction tuners may be more popular. Having to retune your … Continue reading →

When it comes to the sound of your ukulele, good quality strings can make a big difference. Originally the ukulele used strings made of the intestines of sheep or goats, which mistakenly were called Cat Guts, or simply gut. This … Continue reading →

Some beginner ukulele players may be confused when it comes to the use of composite woods used in the construction of ukuleles. They think of composite woods as having a plastic material incorporated in the wood grain or wonder if … Continue reading →

Sometimes it can be confusing on which finish to get when buying a ukulele. Two popular finishes that are used today are satin and glossy. Deciding on which can influence the overall price and is a matter of preference. Both … Continue reading →

Is the sound quality of an all-laminate ukulele not what you expect? Are all solid top ukuleles too expensive for your budget? Did you know that the soundboard, that is, the top of the ukulele transmits most of the sound … Continue reading →