A typical ukulele looks like a smaller version of the acoustic guitar. It usually has 4 strings made of polymer material. The 4 main types of ukulele are the soprano, concert, tenor and the baritone ukulele.
Soprano Ukulele
This is the smallest and most common type of ukulele, great for beginners to use. Because of it’s small size, it is perfect to carry around when travelling. It is also the cheapest ukulele to purchase.
Length : 21″
Number of frets : 13-14
The soprano ukulele makes the typical plinky sound associated with this instrument.This ukulele is a good choice for people who want to do lots of chord strumming. This is the original ukulele size and called the ” standard ” ukulele.
Concert Ukulele
This ukulele is sometimes called the alto. It is a little larger than the soprano and considered to have a fuller sound. Musicians with larger fingers may find it easier to play the concert ukulele because the frets are more spaced out. The neck is longer and the body of this ukulele is bigger, it also produces louder sounds.
Length : 23″
Number of frets : 15-16
Tenor Ukulele
The tenor ukulele is becoming more popular, it has a rich,deeper full sound. Most professional musicians use this instrument on stage. With more frets, the player is able to reach the higher notes on the fretboard. The tenor ukulele is a little larger than the concert ukulele and is ideal for finger picking
Length : 26″
Number of frets : 17-18
Baritone Ukulele
This is the largest of the ukuleles, produces the deepest tone which sounds like a classical guitar. Musicians who like to fingerpick and play blues songs with fuller and rich sounds will favour the baritone size.
Length : 30″
Number of frets : 19+
There are many types of woods used to craft the ukuleles. The more expensive ukulele is made of Koa, a type of wood from Hawaii. It has a warm sound with a beautiful grain. The middle range ukuleles are made of mohagany wood while the lower end ukuleles are made of spruce wood.
Ukulele Accessories
1. Case or Bag to protect your ukulele during transportation.
2. Electronic tuner to tune your ukulele easily.
3. Extra replacement strings for emergency use