What is a baritone uke?
The 4-string baritone uke is tuned to D-G-B-E (same as the top four strings of a guitar’s standard tuning). As the name suggests, this size of the ukulele offers the strongest, most booming sound, while still maintaining a lightness that is characteristic of the ukulele family.
Does baritone ukulele sound like a guitar?
The tone of a baritone uke is low and mellow, almost similar to the guitar. Also, this tonality offers you the possibility to play ballads and slow songs, and you can also fingerpick as you would do with a guitar. The bass strings of a baritone ukulele are metal wound, like the ones used on guitars.
What are all the different types of ukuleles?
Standard ukulele types include the four main types of ukulele – the soprano, the concert, the tenor and the baritone. Hybrid ukulele types include any instrument that has been ‘crossed’ with a ukulele; such as the banjolele, the harp ukulele and the bass ukulele.
Is the ukulele a fun instrument to play?
• It’s fun and easy to learn. Think of ukulele as a “fun-sized” instrument. Its portable size makes it easier for younger players and people with smaller hands to learn to play. Better yet, the ukulele comes in multiple sizes, ranging from the tiny soprano ukulele to the slightly larger tenor uke, giving players more options to find the right fit.
Are there different types of tuning for tenor ukulele?
The tenor ukulele has two types of standard tuning, however in order to switch from one type to the other you will need to change the strings (or at least the G-string) on your ukulele.
Where can I get lessons on a ukulele?
Check out Fender Play and get bite-sized lessons from world-class instructors — whenever and wherever you want to learn more. Fender Play offers self-paced lessons for ukulele beginners, allowing you to track your progress, build upon the skills you learn, and put those skills into practice by playing chords and songs on ukulele.
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