Good video. My main difference is that when I change strings, I use a work mat and a neck cradle. This comes from me being a touring sound engineer and I would help out the guitar techs in changing strings during down time, and I bought my own tools and other gear for maintaining my kids' guitars, bass and now ukuleles too. The most important part of this video is showing that this is not hard to do and that anyone can do this with minimal effort.
I'm wondering what the inside of the pin holes look like on their 5 string models ... ? I know they have slots inside their pin holes... I'm just guessing this is how they do it with one pin only holding both the strings?
So it’s ok to use metal strings on a uke that came with nylon if it has a pegged bridge? It won’t put too much tension on the neck? Also, which would you say generally resonates more - wound or nylon (or whatever other synthetic/gut material)? And do you have a vid about how to Someone gave me a really junky concert sized (I think?) uke that they found, which is borderline between being a toy and very cheaply built instrument depending who you ask. I’m trying to figure out how to improve the sound quality/resonance with minimal money, and strings usually do it. I don’t think it’s worth trying to change the plastic nut and bridge because it’s really a very low quality instrument - in fact, I don’t even think it would be possible because it seems like they are literally one piece with the plastic fretboard and bridge. I also have a question on another subject. If you happen to know of any resources to get donated new/used instruments, I’d really appreciate some leads. I’ve been disabled since 2003 with a chronic pain syndrome called CRPS and a TBI, ill with lung cancer, syncope episodes, bladder issues, and dangerous chronic infections with severe antibiotic resistance since 2018, and I’ve been homebound since July 2019 from both these medical issues and accessibility problems where I am living. I’ve had no cash income since 2019 beyond rent help and food stamps (I’ve been on Medicaid since 2019, but am caught in a red tape mess with the government where they won’t give me my monthly income - and they “might” start letting me get my SSI income in 2023, but they can’t even guarantee that). A few friends try to spot me a few bucks here or there, which I use to pay for my service dog’s food, medications, vet bills, etc. Anything left over goes toward buying a new pack of strings or picks when I can’t manage to get free samples. My service dog and I have always enjoyed listening to streaming music together since he came home with me from his organization in June 2017 - but music has become a central part of our lives since started learning to play guitar in March 2020 on an acoustic I had been given as a gift in 2018 by my then dying mom who knew I wanted to learn to play . . . and then I found out I was ill three months after she passed and couldn’t learn to play while I was living in a hospital with Hughie for 2.5 months straight and two rehabs afterwards for 6 months (not counting the dozens of ER visits and 8-10 week long hospitalizations before/after this point) until I was physically able to sit up long enough in my bed to hold the guitar in my lap. Anyway, I ended up with weakness, nerve damage, and some dexterity issues since a major surgical biopsy I had on one of my lungs in early 2019. Playing guitar has become like physical, occupational, cognitive (I also have a TBI from my 2003 work accident), and recreational therapies all rolled into one. An acoustic guitar is obviously much harder to play (with 11’s - the lowest gauge the manufacturer recommends) than an electric. I also cannot keep expanding on my skills like hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends, etc. with an acoustic, so I feel like I’ve stalled out on my acoustic. It’s a great guitar, but the type of playing I can do is limited - and literally very painful because it takes every ounce of strength I have to play it. That being said, I am looking for 24.75” electric guitar with an amp, and I’m very interested in increasing my guitar skills on an electric that would be much easier for me to play, as well as expanding to other instruments like uke (tenor or baritone would be amazing, but any style works), bass, and perhaps others. I’ve been trying to reach out to major brands for over 2 years with no luck. The only brand that actually ever replied to me was the Gibson Foundation. They said they’d normally have loved to help me, but they’ve been overwhelmed with donation requests since the pandemic began. I’m guessing that’s the reason most brands didn’t even bother replying to my inquiries. I try checking back every once in a while to see whether anything has changed, but no dice so far. I hope you don’t mind my asking if you have any leads, but it’s been frustrating and I’m trying to ask TH-camrs if they might have some connections to brands or shops that might be willing to assist. So far, no a single TH-camr has replied, but I keep trying to reach out because learning to play means that much to me and my dear Hughie. I can barely afford to get strings and picks for the guitar I have when I can’t score samples, so buying even the cheapest instrument, amp, etc. is not an option for me. I would be happy to provide proof of my illness/circumstances. I am very serious about playing, so donations won’t be wasted on me - I play nearly every day/night with the exception of when I’m feeling way too sick. Hughie loves to relax and unwind to my playing after assisting me all day (he enjoys it even when I’m learning something new and am terrible). Hughie is by biggest fan, but he’s also my biggest critic and lets me know when he doesn’t like a song choice and/or when I’ve hit a sour note - I get stared at like I’ve ruined his entire day, lol, but then he’s all happy and relaxed again once we get past those moments. I even taught Hughie to strum my guitar with his paw on command while I fret notes when he once showed an interest in figuring out how the guitar was making sounds. I always worry that I might have to stop playing altogether if I injure myself from playing a guitar that is really very difficult for me. As stated above, we enjoy the music together . . . but the act of playing is like medicine for my body, mind, and soul being that I have nothing else to do while stuck at home. It is amazing that I even learned to play at all between my brain injury (my short term memory and higher cognition is affected most) and all the physical issues that affect my hands, arms, back, legs, neck, etc. It’s okay if you don’t have any connections, but if you do, please send me a DM on Twitter or Instagram at MashaT22 or FB messenger username MTyszler (Marsha Tyszler). Either way, thanks so much in advance for answering my q’s about the uke strings. I really appreciate the time you’ve taken to read this even if you don’t have any connections to brands/shops that may be able to help.
I’m a new player just got my Uk in Nov. 2021. I like your instruction video on stringing but my suggestion would be to include a few close up shots when when tying & inserting the strings. Hard to see some of the instruction with your hand/ finger blocking the the view. Thank you. V/r Alaska Dan
I kinda have to agree with some others: it's clear that you know perfectly well what you're doing and what you're talking about. But the instructions are sometimes hard to follow and I had to rewind numerous times to try to observe it. Please just invest the same amount of time into showing how to tie a reliable knot what you invest in talking about the microfiber cloth which can be purchased in the ULTP store. Cheers!
I can’t find baritone ukulele “ballend”strings anywhere I bought a Bat King baritone ukulele, not realizing that it is bridge pinned, and I can’t find a baritone ball end string anywhere in the Nashville area! Google doesn’t even help! 🤣🙏❤️😂
Good video. My main difference is that when I change strings, I use a work mat and a neck cradle. This comes from me being a touring sound engineer and I would help out the guitar techs in changing strings during down time, and I bought my own tools and other gear for maintaining my kids' guitars, bass and now ukuleles too. The most important part of this video is showing that this is not hard to do and that anyone can do this with minimal effort.
It's good, if your strings have ball ends, but what if not? I think that's important for a video like this.
great point
Aw, I need this video for a long time. Thank u Terry
Nice tips. Look at the video again when i need to change strings on a pin bridge.
Great!
I'm wondering what the inside of the pin holes look like on their 5 string models ... ? I know they have slots inside their pin holes... I'm just guessing this is how they do it with one pin only holding both the strings?
Thanks a lot for that!!! I really needed that😊
So the instructional bit starts at 2.30. Just so you don’t waste your time like I did!
Thanks ❤
So it’s ok to use metal strings on a uke that came with nylon if it has a pegged bridge? It won’t put too much tension on the neck?
Also, which would you say generally resonates more - wound or nylon (or whatever other synthetic/gut material)?
And do you have a vid about how to
Someone gave me a really junky concert sized (I think?) uke that they found, which is borderline between being a toy and very cheaply built instrument depending who you ask. I’m trying to figure out how to improve the sound quality/resonance with minimal money, and strings usually do it. I don’t think it’s worth trying to change the plastic nut and bridge because it’s really a very low quality instrument - in fact, I don’t even think it would be possible because it seems like they are literally one piece with the plastic fretboard and bridge.
I also have a question on another subject. If you happen to know of any resources to get donated new/used instruments, I’d really appreciate some leads. I’ve been disabled since 2003 with a chronic pain syndrome called CRPS and a TBI, ill with lung cancer, syncope episodes, bladder issues, and dangerous chronic infections with severe antibiotic resistance since 2018, and I’ve been homebound since July 2019 from both these medical issues and accessibility problems where I am living. I’ve had no cash income since 2019 beyond rent help and food stamps (I’ve been on Medicaid since 2019, but am caught in a red tape mess with the government where they won’t give me my monthly income - and they “might” start letting me get my SSI income in 2023, but they can’t even guarantee that). A few friends try to spot me a few bucks here or there, which I use to pay for my service dog’s food, medications, vet bills, etc. Anything left over goes toward buying a new pack of strings or picks when I can’t manage to get free samples.
My service dog and I have always enjoyed listening to streaming music together since he came home with me from his organization in June 2017 - but music has become a central part of our lives since started learning to play guitar in March 2020 on an acoustic I had been given as a gift in 2018 by my then dying mom who knew I wanted to learn to play . . . and then I found out I was ill three months after she passed and couldn’t learn to play while I was living in a hospital with Hughie for 2.5 months straight and two rehabs afterwards for 6 months (not counting the dozens of ER visits and 8-10 week long hospitalizations before/after this point) until I was physically able to sit up long enough in my bed to hold the guitar in my lap. Anyway, I ended up with weakness, nerve damage, and some dexterity issues since a major surgical biopsy I had on one of my lungs in early 2019. Playing guitar has become like physical, occupational, cognitive (I also have a TBI from my 2003 work accident), and recreational therapies all rolled into one. An acoustic guitar is obviously much harder to play (with 11’s - the lowest gauge the manufacturer recommends) than an electric. I also cannot keep expanding on my skills like hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends, etc. with an acoustic, so I feel like I’ve stalled out on my acoustic. It’s a great guitar, but the type of playing I can do is limited - and literally very painful because it takes every ounce of strength I have to play it.
That being said, I am looking for 24.75” electric guitar with an amp, and I’m very interested in increasing my guitar skills on an electric that would be much easier for me to play, as well as expanding to other instruments like uke (tenor or baritone would be amazing, but any style works), bass, and perhaps others. I’ve been trying to reach out to major brands for over 2 years with no luck. The only brand that actually ever replied to me was the Gibson Foundation. They said they’d normally have loved to help me, but they’ve been overwhelmed with donation requests since the pandemic began. I’m guessing that’s the reason most brands didn’t even bother replying to my inquiries. I try checking back every once in a while to see whether anything has changed, but no dice so far.
I hope you don’t mind my asking if you have any leads, but it’s been frustrating and I’m trying to ask TH-camrs if they might have some connections to brands or shops that might be willing to assist. So far, no a single TH-camr has replied, but I keep trying to reach out because learning to play means that much to me and my dear Hughie. I can barely afford to get strings and picks for the guitar I have when I can’t score samples, so buying even the cheapest instrument, amp, etc. is not an option for me. I would be happy to provide proof of my illness/circumstances. I am very serious about playing, so donations won’t be wasted on me - I play nearly every day/night with the exception of when I’m feeling way too sick. Hughie loves to relax and unwind to my playing after assisting me all day (he enjoys it even when I’m learning something new and am terrible). Hughie is by biggest fan, but he’s also my biggest critic and lets me know when he doesn’t like a song choice and/or when I’ve hit a sour note - I get stared at like I’ve ruined his entire day, lol, but then he’s all happy and relaxed again once we get past those moments. I even taught Hughie to strum my guitar with his paw on command while I fret notes when he once showed an interest in figuring out how the guitar was making sounds.
I always worry that I might have to stop playing altogether if I injure myself from playing a guitar that is really very difficult for me. As stated above, we enjoy the music together . . . but the act of playing is like medicine for my body, mind, and soul being that I have nothing else to do while stuck at home. It is amazing that I even learned to play at all between my brain injury (my short term memory and higher cognition is affected most) and all the physical issues that affect my hands, arms, back, legs, neck, etc.
It’s okay if you don’t have any connections, but if you do, please send me a DM on Twitter or Instagram at MashaT22 or FB messenger username MTyszler (Marsha Tyszler).
Either way, thanks so much in advance for answering my q’s about the uke strings. I really appreciate the time you’ve taken to read this even if you don’t have any connections to brands/shops that may be able to help.
I’m a new player just got my Uk in Nov. 2021. I like your instruction video on stringing but my suggestion would be to include a few close up shots when when tying & inserting the strings. Hard to see some of the instruction with your hand/ finger blocking the the view. Thank you. V/r Alaska Dan
Thank you so much i really need it
I kinda have to agree with some others: it's clear that you know perfectly well what you're doing and what you're talking about. But the instructions are sometimes hard to follow and I had to rewind numerous times to try to observe it. Please just invest the same amount of time into showing how to tie a reliable knot what you invest in talking about the microfiber cloth which can be purchased in the ULTP store. Cheers!
I can’t find baritone ukulele “ballend”strings anywhere I bought a Bat King baritone ukulele, not realizing that it is bridge pinned, and I can’t find a baritone ball end string anywhere in the Nashville area! Google doesn’t even help! 🤣🙏❤️😂