I build banjo ukuleles. I build tenors with a 17” scale (8” rim) and baritones with a 19” scale and an 11” rim.
Need recommendations on strings. I’ve been using Aquila AQ-42 on the tenors (tuned to C, high 4th) and AQ -21 on the baritones (tunes to G, low 4th). I like the all nylon rather than metal wound. What do you think - are there better choices?
I went to a local music store. I want a ukulele that is similar to guitar chords so I can convert to guitar later. They sold me what they said is a baritone Krime Uku it is 30” long.
Is this a baritone? Does it relate to guitar chords? Your site says baritones are 19”-20”. Please help
Stephanie
Stringed instruments such as Ukuleles and Guitars have two separate lengths that are used to measure different things.
Scale length essentially measures the vibrating length of the strings which is an indicator of string tension.
Overall length of the instrument tells you how long a box or case needs to be to hold it.
30" is a correct overall length for a baritone ukulele which will typically also have a scale length of 19-20".
Based on what you said the store has given you a baritone ukulele which has 4 strings tuned to the same D G B E of the 4 highest pitched guitar strings in standard tuning.
So it sounds like the store has given you exactly what you wanted which will make it easier to start playing guitar later.
Jason.
PS: I've changed the article above to reduce confusion over the two lengths.
I'm new to this I really want a ukulele, i know i want the larger one, i want to learn with good sound,
Does anyone play country with these, country rock .
Thank you for any info that may help me .
I was told my ukulele was a concert size but when I ordered a case it was much too short. Can you tell me how many inches a tenor is from top to bottom?
If you want that classic 'plinky' sound then get a Soprano Ukulele, otherwise you could try a Tenor Ukulele which gives you the option of trying new types of tuning as well as sticking to what you're used to.
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I build banjo ukuleles. I
Submitted by Will (not verified) on
I build banjo ukuleles. I build tenors with a 17” scale (8” rim) and baritones with a 19” scale and an 11” rim.
Need recommendations on strings. I’ve been using Aquila AQ-42 on the tenors (tuned to C, high 4th) and AQ -21 on the baritones (tunes to G, low 4th). I like the all nylon rather than metal wound. What do you think - are there better choices?
I went to local music store.
Submitted by Stephanie (not verified) on
I went to a local music store. I want a ukulele that is similar to guitar chords so I can convert to guitar later. They sold me what they said is a baritone Krime Uku it is 30” long.
Is this a baritone? Does it relate to guitar chords? Your site says baritones are 19”-20”. Please help
Stephanie
Hi Stephanie,
Submitted by Jason Horton on
Hi Stephanie,
Stringed instruments such as Ukuleles and Guitars have two separate lengths that are used to measure different things.
Scale length essentially measures the vibrating length of the strings which is an indicator of string tension.
Overall length of the instrument tells you how long a box or case needs to be to hold it.
30" is a correct overall length for a baritone ukulele which will typically also have a scale length of 19-20".
Based on what you said the store has given you a baritone ukulele which has 4 strings tuned to the same D G B E of the 4 highest pitched guitar strings in standard tuning.
So it sounds like the store has given you exactly what you wanted which will make it easier to start playing guitar later.
Jason.
PS: I've changed the article above to reduce confusion over the two lengths.
Hello! Can I please use your
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Hello! Can I please use your ukulele size comparison chart for a college project I'm working on, please?
Thank you very much!
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What is the volume of a soprano ukulele body?
I'm new to this I really want
Submitted by Sandra (not verified) on
I'm new to this I really want a ukulele, i know i want the larger one, i want to learn with good sound,
Does anyone play country with these, country rock .
Thank you for any info that may help me .
I was told my ukulele was a
Submitted by Judy Jones (not verified) on
I was told my ukulele was a concert size but when I ordered a case it was much too short. Can you tell me how many inches a tenor is from top to bottom?
My Tenor with 17" scale is 26
Submitted by Jim (not verified) on
My Tenor with 17" scale is 26" total.
I’m a beginner and I already
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I’m a beginner and I already have a Makala concert uku, but I would like to get a new uku that’s not a concert. Which uku size should I get?
That all depends on the type
Submitted by Jason Horton on
That all depends on the type of sound you want.
If you want that classic 'plinky' sound then get a Soprano Ukulele, otherwise you could try a Tenor Ukulele which gives you the option of trying new types of tuning as well as sticking to what you're used to.
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