There is one caveat to this, however: the diameter of ukulele strings can vary considerably, and you should check with your builder or dealer to make sure that the slots in your nut the small piece of material between the fingerboard and headstock through which the strings pass will accommodate the strings you are going to use. Each of these types of strings can vary in terms of thickness, tension, brightness, sustain, attack, and feel.
They tend to have a warmer tone and a smooth feel. Fluorocarbon, which is used by Worth strings , is the most dense other than wound metal , so strings made from it are the smallest in diameter. They have a smooth feel and, to my ear, a very balanced tone. This tension, combined with the properties of Nylgut, tends to deliver a brighter tone.
Wound strings are often used for a low-G tuning, although an unwound version is available in both Nylgut and fluorocarbon. And, just to confuse matters, some people use a wound C string. The wound strings have smaller diameters than their unwound counterparts, and they tend to have more volume, presence, and sustain. It is likely that they have done extensive string experimentation on their instruments and have selected the strings that they believe perform the best.
There are different types of bridges, but by far the most popular is the tiethrough design, which we will focus on here. Overall, however, I recommend a string change every three to six months. So here we go:. After you know the strings, the next step in how to restring a ukulele by hand is very simple, unless your uke is old and the strings have begun to solidify due to grime and oxidation from the tuning pegs.
But be careful not to harm the wood of the ukulele when doing so. When unwinding the strings on the side of the ukulele that faces the ceiling when you play, you will unwind in a clockwise manner.
Whereas, the strings that are on the side facing the floor as you play will need to be unwound in a counter-clockwise manner. One ukulele uses a knot and slot method of holding the string in place at the bridge. The other uses a traditional, classical guitar style knot to hold the string in place.
These are the two different types of bridges you may encounter on a ukulele. For this step, you will want to have your new strings handy. Better quality strings will hold the knot that you tie in them. However, with lower quality strings the knot tends to slip apart when you begin to tighten up the string. Depending on the type of bridge that you have, you will need to use a different method to secure the strings. As you can see in the photograph below, the first style of bridge is relatively easy to work with.
But how do you tie ukulele strings? All you have to do is tie a knot at the end of the string and fit it into the slot of the bridge. This style of bridge has a slot, and a knot in the string rests under the slot in the small opening at the base of the bridge. Here is a close-up of the simple knot you can use to secure the bridge end of the string. If you feel like your knot will come apart when you begin to tighten it up, then you might want to double knot it.
The second style of bridge has a series of four holes drilled through it. The string inserts into the hole from the body side of the bridge, then comes over the top of the bridge and is tied in a double or triple-loop knot along the top surface of the bridge. So when the knot rests against the saddle the bone part of the bridge , it gets pulled tight against the saddle when the string is tightened and the loops cinch down — locking the entire knot in place.
The loop is not very difficult to make. A quick list of three common mistakes I see many people make when shopping for their first ukulele. You've decided to buy a ukulele, now what? My ukulele buying guide will help you choose a ukulele that meets your needs and budget. Share 2. Pin 4. Why use ukulele string numbers instead of note names? You get what you pay for. Make sure you get the right kind of strings for your ukulele. Know what type of ukulele you have: soprano, concert, tenor, or baritone and buy strings that are specifically made for that type of ukulele.
Check with your local music store if you are unsure about what kind of strings you need. Aquila strings are the most popular, however it is important to research and find out what strings you prefer most.
Here are is a list of Ukulele Strings you can buy. You should change out your strings when they lose their playability and tone. Signs that show your in need of new strings are:.
Nylon ukulele strings are rather durable and are less susceptible to damage from oils and sweat than metal wound strings which are often found on guitars. How often you need to change your strings depends on how much you play it. This could be every other month to about every six months. Restring your strings, if they need it, well before performances as the string will stretch considerably when your uke is first strung.
Whether your ukulele has metal or nylon strings, it does pay to get into good restringing habits. As such, it is advisable to make sure that you direct the headstock away from your person, as you don't want to be in the direct line of fire if one of your strings happens to break! You may also want to wear eye protection, just in case.
There are a lot of different types of ukulele out there! Some have tuning pegs to the side, like on a guitar, while others have the tuning pegs facing backwards. Some have standard bridges, while others have tie-bar bridges.
Baritone ukuleles often have a mixture of wound metal and nylon strings, and tenor ukuleles may also have one or two wound strings. Keep this in mind as you may need to amend our restringing guide to suit your ukulele - if you get stuck, leave a comment below. Only restring strings one at a time! This means you will never get muddled as to what string goes on which machine head or peg, and as an added bonus you will have other strings to look at to guide your own stringing.
If you are replacing all of your ukulele strings, start with the C string first and then string the E string, A string and finally the G string.
Higher strings can feel more intimidating to tune as they are thinner, and you are more likely to break them accidentally although this isn't as much of a problem if you have nylon strings. Loosen the string until it slides easily off the tuning peg. If you are unsure which direction to turn the peg, pluck the string while turning the peg in one direction.
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