What is the difference between Low G versus High G?!

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  • Hello! Today we will compare low G and high G ukuleles to see what the difference is!
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  • @11jokerchen11
    @11jokerchen11 5 років тому +50

    TIME STAMPS
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    0:00 Video Intro
    0:22 Ukuleles
    0:54 Differences low and high G
    1:28 Changing the string
    2:02 Playing demonstration/comparison
    4:37 Your thoughts and questions
    4:45 Supporting the channel
    5:05 Video Outro

  • @kevinbarry3480
    @kevinbarry3480 5 років тому +145

    I generally prefer the low G but once in a while, for some tunes, I think high G is better. It's best to have 2 ukuleles. But beware of Ukulele Acquisition Syndrome.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +15

      I agree! It's nice to have two ukes so you can have both! I also think that when you're jamming with someone it's nice to have a low g and a high g :)

    • @biscuitninja
      @biscuitninja 5 років тому +1

      I have GAS instead of UAS 😂😅. My recent is a Cordoba C10 Spruce/Indian Rosewood... 😊

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +5

      I have gas too!

    • @ankithchhetry3317
      @ankithchhetry3317 4 роки тому +14

      I also have gas ....but stomach one

    • @felipetigre1352
      @felipetigre1352 4 роки тому

      I wanted to have UAS but i have not money ahsuahsu

  • @RockStarOscarStern634
    @RockStarOscarStern634 2 роки тому +3

    Low G Tuning was famously used by IZ of you heard his cover of Over the Rainbow hence the name IZ Tuning

  • @Jon-Gardner
    @Jon-Gardner Рік тому +3

    I’ve watched a lot of videos on this subject but THIS was by far the clearest 😊

  • @sandrabystrom5962
    @sandrabystrom5962 Рік тому +2

    I've switched to low G 2 months ago and I love it!!!

  • @JuanWay2Rock
    @JuanWay2Rock 4 роки тому +28

    I have a Low G Ukulele and I prefer it that way. With the Low G, I found it easier to play classic rock songs and their leads, due to the range a Low G string gives you. Just the other day, some people were tripping out when I played Pink Floyd, the Doobie Brothers, Bad Company and Led Zeppelin, all on a Low G Concert Ukulele.

    • @emilygrace1960
      @emilygrace1960 3 роки тому +1

      This is all I needed to know. LOL! THANK YOU!!

    • @DiscoveryDiversTokyo
      @DiscoveryDiversTokyo Рік тому +1

      Thanks for posting. Do any of the chord charts or finger picking need to be changed with low G?

  • @milklover45
    @milklover45 Рік тому +2

    for me i like the low g string because you really feel the bass and it just sounds better in my opinion

  • @dwaynetownsend5028
    @dwaynetownsend5028 5 років тому +4

    In August it will be a year I've had my concert Ukulele and I love playing the High G, but just listening to the Low G has changed my mind TREMENDOUSLY! Wow! Such a RICH SOUND! WHOA! What a big difference!

  • @LillySty
    @LillySty 5 років тому +38

    I literally changed the strings on my tenor to a low g an hour ago!
    While I love the high g (my concert still has it), I think it sounds a bit fuller with the low g. On a high g, every note played is very close together and sometimes it just sounds a bit tight, with the low you space the notes out a little bit more.
    I really like both, so I‘m really happy to have one ukulele each.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +3

      Haha! How funny this happened at the same time :)
      I agree, the low G adds depth to the sound! Definitely sounds fuller as well.
      I think high G has a charming sound and low G has a warm sound

    • @KIWIchix0r
      @KIWIchix0r 4 роки тому +3

      High G on a concert and low G on a tenor makes a lot of sense. I’m doing the same once my tenor arrives 👍

    • @saeloveart536
      @saeloveart536 4 роки тому

      Wow you have a Tenor??? I envy you so much! I have a squeaky high G soprano LoL 😅 looking for some Tenors as my second ukulele. I

    • @KIWIchix0r
      @KIWIchix0r 4 роки тому

      SaeLoveart I do now, with a low G string. It’s my favourite sound. I prefer my Populele 2 to handle, but the low tenor has so much warmth.

    • @fionajack9160
      @fionajack9160 2 роки тому

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic Now that I have the 3 I wanted - a concert, tenor and baritone, all I have is ukulele strings acquisition syndrome. I have a fondness for the Low G String. Trying out Living Waters next.

  • @ph4edo
    @ph4edo 5 років тому +30

    Low G is the best! Loving my cheapo uke so much more since I changed the strings! Has such a larger voice.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +1

      which strings did you change to? This is interesting! :D

    • @ph4edo
      @ph4edo 5 років тому +8

      The D'Addario EJ65TLG Pro-Arté Custom Extruded Nylon Ukulele Strings, Tenor Low-G on my Kmise concert. Now the dern thing vibrates my diaphragm when I play it. So much richer in sound! I don’t even mind that the low G is wound in this set. Maybe I’ll try the carbon ones next and see if there’s a difference.

    • @silverti2700
      @silverti2700 3 роки тому +1

      I think too

  • @irenedrozdovskii9907
    @irenedrozdovskii9907 5 років тому +42

    I really really wanted a second ukulele, so I told myself I "needed" a low g, so that I could justify buying more instruments that I don't need haha

    • @destiny8967
      @destiny8967 4 роки тому +1

      Saame

    • @inkognitopracholochos
      @inkognitopracholochos 4 роки тому

      @@destiny8967 dont you need just to buy a strings ? :D

    • @destiny8967
      @destiny8967 4 роки тому

      @@inkognitopracholochos it sounds better on a tenor (imo) and its nice to have two ukuleles one with high and another with low. i have a soprano and concert but i just got a tenor with low G cause i told myself i need all three main sizes lol

    • @inkognitopracholochos
      @inkognitopracholochos 4 роки тому +1

      @@destiny8967 hi i just started to learn ukulele its great instrument i like it more than guitar(i cant play guitar anymore) and i have mahalo Concrete acustic electric with High e . To the point i bought strings low g aquila a if any string WILL break i WILL replace it with those i hope they WILL fit

    • @inkognitopracholochos
      @inkognitopracholochos 4 роки тому

      @@destiny8967 Also sorry but is there any metal string ukulele ?

  • @bobo_momchillovich
    @bobo_momchillovich 4 роки тому +15

    Low G sounds really massive! But I kinda feel like the high G is a more true ukulele sound? But, as always, different strokes for different folks.

  • @RoxxieDymond
    @RoxxieDymond 5 років тому +44

    Hey Bernadette!! This is Roxxie, your visually impaired viewer. I just wanted to let you know that my eyes are doing so much better so I'll be able to watch more of you videos!! :)

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +4

      Hi Roxxie! Nice to hear from you, I hope you have a speedy recovery.

    • @RoxxieDymond
      @RoxxieDymond 5 років тому +2

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic thanks, Mrs. B! I truly appreciate you very much!

  • @charlesschmidt8256
    @charlesschmidt8256 5 років тому +6

    I have a high G tenor and my daughter has a high G soprano. We decided to get and share a low G concert. I love the sound of it on some tunes where it works, especially jazz chords or finger picking. The high G sounds much better on about 90 percent of the songs on Bernadette's channel and most of the other uke teachers out there. Glad I have both now!

  • @jimnash1460
    @jimnash1460 5 років тому +3

    Once again you have done a great service. That was the best explanation of the low G, high G that I have seen. Rock on on my friend and teacher rock on! Thank you keep doing the great things you do.

  • @carolread7067
    @carolread7067 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for the comparison of high and low G string sounds. I am only starting ukulele lessons here in Australia and love your videos. So much information given in a chatty and informal manner. Thank you again.

  • @davidjones9931
    @davidjones9931 4 роки тому +6

    I love the high G ‘uke sound’, but the low G has a rich sound! I particularly liked the 3rd tune played on both where the g string was played on its own between strums, that really brought out the difference.

  • @dezscott46
    @dezscott46 5 років тому +7

    This why two ukuleles are always better then one .And thanks again for your lovely movies .

  • @michaelm2502
    @michaelm2502 5 років тому +5

    Bernadette! Informative and fabulous, as always! Simply the best teaching style on UA-cam! Period! You are radiant and lovely as always too. The healing process is underway. Super happy for you! ❤️
    BTW, people. The Patreon account is well worth it! What are you waiting for? Even the $1 a month. Some of my fave teachers have affected my life forever and Bernadette is one of those now ! Mahalo nui loa 🙏🌈😘

  • @Ikkinbah
    @Ikkinbah 5 років тому +4

    I didn’t know you read minds too! I was asking this question in class!
    I was strumming a barri, and we got into a discussion about low G.
    Thank you Ms B! I will be sharing this vid with class!

  • @bbandsue222
    @bbandsue222 5 місяців тому +2

    I have the high but I really like the sound of the low! 😀

  • @DK-qx1ld
    @DK-qx1ld 5 років тому +3

    Just to add for someone who's thinking about switching to low G - it's really great for blues solos for example, since you can go even further down than your lowest C (open C string) and expand your range that way.

  • @jessesingersongwriter
    @jessesingersongwriter Місяць тому

    Amazing video that does the best job of showing the difference in sound between low and high G. After watching this I will keep my high G Concert Uke and get a low G tenor. All of your videos are great, I lived in Hawaii for 30 years and played music for a living there, but mostly guitar, never picked up the uke. A lot of my friends are into uke now, so I picked one up and it's addicting, so much music in this little instrument, almost writes songs by itself. Plus, you can really hear yourself sing against the softer sound of a uke, and it makes for wonderful jams.

  • @oneseekinglight9491
    @oneseekinglight9491 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this comparison. I have a Concert and a Tenor ukulele and have ordered D'Addario fluorocarbon strings with the low G for my Tenor as I want it to have a deeper sound.

  • @Martin_Entertains
    @Martin_Entertains 5 років тому +12

    I really like the rich low G sound. Can you string the whole guitar, I mean ukulele with them?

  • @lore9397
    @lore9397 5 років тому +4

    I love your channel you make the best ukulele channel

  • @audreygiamlayhoon
    @audreygiamlayhoon 5 років тому +4

    Uma instruments look very well constructed.
    Seems to have a comfortable nut width that is not too wide. Would you have the width measurement.
    Apart from the sound and tone, a Low G instrument has wider range so it has more notes to play for melody picking

  • @osskhar1980
    @osskhar1980 5 років тому +4

    I love that uma evo 30 concert and how it sounds,i hope one day can buy one !!

  • @robinleaf
    @robinleaf 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for this very clear comparison! Other people talk too much in between and I can't remember enough to really hear the differences. This was great! And now I'm convinced I need two of each size so I can have the best of all the worlds. 😅😅😅

  • @KristinLukowMusicMaker
    @KristinLukowMusicMaker 3 роки тому +1

    I use your videos in my music classroom! You taught me to play and now you are teaching my students. Thank you for this video. It's helps to emphasis what an octave is!

  • @vananhho1556
    @vananhho1556 5 років тому +3

    The prefect time! I was thinking to change my strings on my Sun Star recently and thought about doing a low G. This video is perfect to help me decide. I love the deeper sound so much!

  • @musicinthemeadow8744
    @musicinthemeadow8744 5 років тому +15

    Just another reason to buy a new uke so I can have one with low and one with high!(Leah)

  • @organicgardenmamavictoriab2768
    @organicgardenmamavictoriab2768 5 років тому +1

    Your Chuck flows so gracefully

  • @peppat27
    @peppat27 5 років тому +7

    I'm so glad you did the low G on concert sizes. I've been debating on getting a tenor ukulele to string with a low g but the concert size fits me better. Now I've got the boost I need to take the plunge and get another concert uke and go for the low G so I can have one of each.

    • @connieratti.ADBestyoucanbe
      @connieratti.ADBestyoucanbe 3 роки тому

      I have a tenor with a low g and a spano uke with the high g. This provides the richness that I like on the tenor and the more traditional happy uke sounds on the spano. Love them both for the difference sounds and type of music the can make.

  • @benmobi
    @benmobi 4 роки тому +1

    I LIKE that Low G! Going to do this, just ordered from Amazon. Thank you for this information and excellent demo.

  • @QuentinRichardson-supersnail
    @QuentinRichardson-supersnail 4 роки тому +3

    I have both low G and a high G ukes (tenor and concert). I think it really depends on what songs you are playing. Some sound better with a low g, some with a high g and some sound good on both. Finger picking blues to me comes off better with the low g, bigger dynamic range and you can get the alternating thumb doing the bass pattern. Johnny Nash's "I can see clearly now" sounds great on both. But the old jazz standard "Ain't she sweet" sounds better on the high g to my ears.
    Nothing wrong with Ukulele Acquisition Syndrome. As James Hill says "why have one uke when six will do?"

  • @muxesuu
    @muxesuu 5 років тому +7

    I’ve been want to restring my uke with a low g string. I love the full rustic sound that comes along with it. Both ukes are amazing btw!♥️♥️♥️💗💖❤️🥰😍

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +1

      Do you have 2 ukes or 1?

    • @muxesuu
      @muxesuu 5 років тому +1

      I had 2 but my sister surprised me with n oms uke yesterday 😊😊

    • @muxesuu
      @muxesuu 5 років тому +1

      Oh and sorry! My brother got me one Christmas so I have four! Btw ur makeup in the video is so pretty!

  • @NickMarotta
    @NickMarotta 5 років тому +2

    I love low G on my tenor for most of the stuff I play (acoustic guitar-like stuff) but like high G soprano for more old-timey stuff.

  • @francesrbernardo
    @francesrbernardo 5 років тому

    I appreciate the side by side comparison. It really highlights the difference between the two.

    • @francesrbernardo
      @francesrbernardo 5 років тому +2

      Since we have never had a low g, I am personally excited to try one. I like the warm, thick sound of it. I think it will match my singing voice better. 🙂

  • @pachionart5586
    @pachionart5586 5 років тому +7

    Thanks for that demonstration! I much prefer the low G, and have it on my tenors. It also helps my singing for a lot of songs I start on a G or A...

  • @RavenMadd9
    @RavenMadd9 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for answering my own question .....I am used to high g......but would love to try low g strung

  • @yunie4296
    @yunie4296 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for teaching us Ms.B~😁 Your videos always help me learn new things~❤️

  • @RobJ1929
    @RobJ1929 5 років тому +8

    I think the H G sounds like a Ukulele Low G sound like a guitar. I have trying to decide on which one to purchase. High G is what I like.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +2

      Hi Robert! I recommend you buy a high G as your first uke and if you ever purchase a second or want to spice things up a little, you can change the strings to get a low G uke :)

  • @123-p5c2s
    @123-p5c2s 5 років тому +26

    bernadette finally I bought a ukelele lam so happy😭💙💙

    • @mariajukejax9649
      @mariajukejax9649 5 років тому +3

      You're in for a great time. Enjoy the uke ride 😀

    • @123-p5c2s
      @123-p5c2s 5 років тому +4

      MARIA JACKSON thanks

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +5

      YAAAAAAY! Which uke did you buy?

    • @mariajukejax9649
      @mariajukejax9649 5 років тому +2

      @@BernadetteTeachesMusic And what uke is next? One is never enough lol

  • @AmyClareTasker
    @AmyClareTasker 5 років тому +1

    I have a low G on my tenor, and high G on the concert and soprano. (I’ve only been playing 6 months and I have already fallen hard!!) I like the low G for some songs, particularly finger-picking patterns, and the high G for other songs. When I changed the strings, I originally got the eco-friendly “bio nylon” low G strings from Aquila but they felt very thick and sounded a bit dull to me. So now I have the regular Aquila nylgut strings with a wound low G and I love them. It really pays to experiment with different brands and thicknesses of strings, to see what you personally prefer - it especially makes a difference if you have a wound or un-wound low G. Don’t be afraid to change your own strings, and play around with some options. 😊 Thanks for this video, Bernadette, I love your channel!

  • @lauragarnham77
    @lauragarnham77 9 місяців тому

    I have just started learning ukelele - got myself a low G string and changed the strings over very early on - the range of notes with low G is much larger than with high G (so it's possible to play a lot more, which is important for me as I want to play melodies as well as chords, and you get nice deep tones) and it also feels more intuitive for the strings to go up in pitch.

  • @tanyushmusic
    @tanyushmusic 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you Bernadette! ❤ I loved low G more listening to your demo. *** It is obvious that now not only it's important to have a concert, tenor, barritone and possibly soprano ukes, but also each low G & high G! :)) Then by the time I buy acoustic ukes, I'd have to look for a bigger space, find a new job, a husband etc)).. and then keep explaining to neighbors and whoever lives with me why it is essential to have "a few" ukuleles and practice days & nights. Wait a minute... what about the guitars?? Oh, my! 😎

  • @cherryreyes2466
    @cherryreyes2466 5 років тому +15

    Wow! I think I like the feel and color that the Low G gives! Does Low G work for every sonv or is it on a case-to-case basis?

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +6

      the low G works for anything that the high G works on! The sound will be different and you will end up liking one over the other for each song, but I would go for it! Have fun :)

  • @fcold9402
    @fcold9402 5 років тому +1

    Much bigger fan of low g. I thought I would be and this confirmed it. I may even look into a baritone or s guitalele. I am trying to decide what to get. Lower pitch is more comfortable to my ear though

  • @GenXDad1965
    @GenXDad1965 3 роки тому +1

    I really love the low G sound. I have my tenor uke with a low G and get compliments on the warm sound.

  • @gforgac6580
    @gforgac6580 Рік тому +1

    ❤ I've been thinking about getting a tenor ukulele , purely so I could put a low G string on it. But now I know you can put a low G string on a concert uke I will do that. I've got several concert ukes so I can change one over :)
    Thankyou.

  • @emilygrace1960
    @emilygrace1960 3 роки тому +2

    Quick question: If I buy a concert uke and tune it to the low G as well... will it still sound higher than my Tenor tuned to the low G? What's the difference in sound between the concert and the tenor?

  • @AccordingToSteve
    @AccordingToSteve 5 років тому +6

    Great video! I personally think there is a place for both low G and high G. Some songs sound better with a low G because it needs a bass voice. It’s why you need more than one uke and a collection of them is even better. Right, Bernadette? 😉

    • @katherineallen6108
      @katherineallen6108 2 роки тому +1

      Have two ukes is definitely the answer I got out of the video.

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo 5 років тому +5

    I like both but prefer to play some songs on 1 or the other.

  • @susank6267
    @susank6267 5 років тому +3

    This was very helpful. Thanks!

  • @brucebirr3810
    @brucebirr3810 5 років тому +2

    I have restrung all my baritones GCEA with a low G and really like the sound. I recently bought a new tenor that I plan to restring with a low g. I Have two vorson solid body electric Ukes. One strung long and the other high g. I enjoy the variety of sounds and I have run into songs, when playing melody,that necessitate the low g. Thank you for the video.

    • @BernadetteTeachesMusic
      @BernadetteTeachesMusic  5 років тому +1

      Hi Bruce! Long time no chat :)
      How many ukuleles do you have now? I’d love to hear about your collection! 😊
      You and I are the same! I also enjoy a variety of sounds, so I have some low g and some high g ukes. It’s fun to change things up, isn’t it?

    • @brucebirr3810
      @brucebirr3810 5 років тому

      Bernadette Teaches Music I have 2 solid body electric Ukes; 2 baritones; 1 concert; 2 banjoleles; and 3 tenors. So a total of 10. I enjoy the variety, the different sounds and it tends to broaden my playing time. So I agree about changing things up. I really enjoy your classes.

  • @teddydynski2010
    @teddydynski2010 5 років тому +2

    Was just discussing this with a few other subscribers. Love the low G on my tenor. Still on fence with concert.

  • @juangabrielbaez478
    @juangabrielbaez478 5 років тому +1

    Saludos desde Argentina.!! Sos una geniaaaa.!!! Gracias por tus enseñanzas.!!!👏👏👏😘😘💪💪💪👌👌 I love you..!!!😘😘👏👏💪💪👌👌

  • @oneseekinglight9491
    @oneseekinglight9491 2 роки тому

    I am totally in love with my Tenor strung with Low G D'Addario flurocarbon strings. Don't know that my Kala Concert gCEA will get much play time now.

  • @charleengiles3107
    @charleengiles3107 5 років тому +2

    👏👏👏. That was pretty. I really like the uma ukulele with the low G. I love my low G ukulele, it gives more variety in playing different songs and melodies. Nice comparison video~blessings 😀❤️

  • @martinapunto8560
    @martinapunto8560 5 років тому +1

    Please do a video on how to travel with a ukulele, I love your videos 😍

    • @emilygrace1960
      @emilygrace1960 3 роки тому

      Get a truly hard case. You'll be fine. (Ebay has them for a really good price.)

  • @anti-socialbear5339
    @anti-socialbear5339 5 років тому +1

    Hi I’m new and I want to start playing the ukulele!

  • @Udalv24
    @Udalv24 5 років тому

    I just did the the high G to low G change, I used a classical guitar D string, works great and last a long time.

  • @kbushehri
    @kbushehri 3 роки тому

    The best video on this topic on youtube!! Thank you. Much love.

  • @SeanVplayer
    @SeanVplayer 5 років тому +1

    Currently using low G on both my concert and tenor, and prefer the sound. I do want to get another tenor and keep a high G on that one. My personal preference for strings is the Aquila Reds. The tenor will have to wait a bit though because my next ukulele is going to be a Kala baritone. I like my Caramel bari but really want a Kala. Cheers!!

  • @Kevin-nr9lj
    @Kevin-nr9lj 5 років тому +4

    I like the sound of the High G uke here. :D
    I think I will put a Low G on my Kala now that I have two ukes.
    Use those affiliate links people.
    How many ukes do you need?
    The answer to that question is always "One more"

  • @davidk7446
    @davidk7446 2 роки тому

    Just starting lessons. I have a high G ukulele, I like the sound of the low G. Maybe some day I will have one, Dave K.

  • @datahound2u
    @datahound2u 5 років тому +1

    I just bought my first ukulele about a month ago. I got a tenor with the standard high G. I'm loving it so far. However, I also love the sound of the log G, and I can see it sounding better on certain songs. So, I was thinking about maybe getting a concert ukulele and changing to a low G. I could then live in both worlds! What do you think? Do other folks do that?

  • @saeloveart536
    @saeloveart536 4 роки тому +2

    Yeah love this video. Perfect comparison. I have a high G and I absolutely hate it lol. I'm dying to buy a Tenor and put a Low G on it lol I guess I should be playing bass or something lol 😂 Thank you for also indirectly teaching me some very interesting strumming patterns ♥️ great video!!!

  • @johnpontaoe3637
    @johnpontaoe3637 3 роки тому

    Love Low G, it also enables picking up a bass or guitar and play just the top 4 strings, really stretches out your hand for chord shapes then going back to uke is so much fun.
    For a new or used uke that is high G:
    1) does anyone sell just the thicker low G string instead of the set
    2) has anyone tried substituting a suitably thick guitar string
    3) saw your comment about having to modify the nut for thicker string. did you also have to modify the action: the distance of that string from the fretboard

  • @DonOctave
    @DonOctave Рік тому

    I like find that high G sounds more like a ukulele. However, I recently strung my tenor for a low G to give me more range for chord melody. Not being able to go below middle C is a little restrictive for the melody part of chord melody.

  • @crystalg3769
    @crystalg3769 5 років тому +1

    Thanks! I really like the sound of a low G!

  • @MrJoanlie
    @MrJoanlie Рік тому

    I like both (low and high G sound). So I have one koa low G uke (for fingerpicking and plucking) and one mahogany electric high G uke (for strumming cheerful songs due to higher pitch sound). It’s good to have 2 different brands and sizes (concert and tenor). All the strings are fluorocarbon which was recommended by a friend.

  • @tmmontoya
    @tmmontoya 5 років тому +3

    Just restrung one of my tenors with Aquila low G sugar strings. I’m loving the sound but may need to choose other strings as this pair squeaks.

    • @e.miller8943
      @e.miller8943 4 роки тому

      In order to make the low g sound, the string must be wound like on a guitar. Hence, the squeak.

    • @thoughtsandstoriesfromgran6276
      @thoughtsandstoriesfromgran6276 4 роки тому

      The sugar will stop squeaking. I heard guitar polish helps

  • @bbandsue222
    @bbandsue222 3 роки тому +1

    I love the low G sound! I didn’t know the difference until now. I’m new to a lot of the ukulele info...although I’ve had my tenor for a while. I just purchased the concert and soprano recently and I think my favorite is the concert. I’m going to have to get that low G string for sure...but also another concert...keep one with high g and the other with the low g! Gonna buy the banjolele also Love them all! Thank you for sharing. I’m learning something new everyday! 😁

  • @hussainmahmoud7881
    @hussainmahmoud7881 3 роки тому

    Thank you, based on your videos, I am getting uku enya MAD black low g string. Will try’ to learn more once I get it. Thank you.

  • @davidrees570
    @davidrees570 2 роки тому

    Great . Thanks for the comparison .

  • @andredemers69
    @andredemers69 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the demo, we can really see the difference the way you present it. I just bought Low G string (all new strings) and I'm really excited to get to play with the different sound which I prefer. ;-) Dominique

  • @albikes8484
    @albikes8484 5 років тому +2

    I just recently put a low G on. It definitely gave my uke more grunt. Deeper richer tone. It wont work on every uke because of the string thickness unless your willing to modify nut or saddle. That was the case for my Magic Fluke Flea. And theres 2 different types of low G. Wound and unwound. If you have a plastic fretboard make sure to get unwound so you dont prematurely wear your plastic frets out. Metal frets either work fine.

    • @dezscott46
      @dezscott46 5 років тому +1

      Whats a plastic fret board with plastic frets though all were wood with metal frets in less its on a toy ukulele ?

    • @albikes8484
      @albikes8484 5 років тому +1

      @@dezscott46 Magic Fluke and Flight offer cheaper priced Ukes with that option for travel reason and of course cheapness. Not quite toys because there very playable. But definitely closer to that range.

    • @dezscott46
      @dezscott46 5 років тому +1

      @@albikes8484 Thanks for reply im new to the world of ukuleles thought i would have a change from playing the piano all the time so only been playing for a couple of weeks but did a long time ago play lead guitar in a local band my hair was a lot longer in them days think ive only just got my hearing back .Now im settled down with just my piano and uke

    • @albikes8484
      @albikes8484 5 років тому +2

      @@dezscott46 Very similar to my story. Played bass and Guitar on and off since my teens. Now im having fun learning the Uke. Lately i much prefer my ukes. I guess its the newness of it all.

    • @MichaelSmith-yy8fw
      @MichaelSmith-yy8fw 4 роки тому

      Wow! I would not call a Magic Fluke ukulele a toy or cheap. Yes the basic models of the Fluke and Flea come with a plastic over wood neck fretboard. The body is plastic as well. But look at the price. Even for a plastic keyboard you are looking at nearly $200 and upgrades to a wooden fretboard, better tuners and a koa sound board can run into hundreds more. Why? Simply because Magic Fluke makes an excellent, high quality product. It’s just different from what we have come to expect a ukulele to look like. I’ve had my concert Fluke for about 11 years. Nothing is broken. It hasn’t warped and the plastic fretboard isn’t worn down. It sounds better than the day I bought it. I think it’s terrific. MikeinMinnesota

  • @fooferbob9230
    @fooferbob9230 3 роки тому

    I am running to the music shop now!

  • @bobbraun7290
    @bobbraun7290 5 років тому +2

    I have both and I find that I play the high G uke 90% of the time. If you sing and accompany yourself strumming you might likely prefer low G. If you're more interested in solo finger-style playing, you might go with high G as most available music for solo or finger-style uke seems to be written for high G tuning (from my experience).

  • @gios7752
    @gios7752 5 років тому

    It takes a bit of experimentation with different strings. If you are planning to go with a Low G, please make sure that the nut is wide enough for the string. Depending on the ukulele, a Low G may cause intonation problems. A good luthier will help you with the set up.
    I highly recommend Worth Brown Low G strings at StringsByMail. They bring a great balance, warmth and feel. I have tried D’Addario’s Low G and I wasn’t pleased with the sound and feel.

  • @Mimic_Gaming
    @Mimic_Gaming 3 роки тому

    I love the sound of the low g especially on the tenor uke with that deeper sound, my concert uke has a high g though and it’s such a good combo having both

  • @shanayekh9345
    @shanayekh9345 4 роки тому

    Wow that low G! The sound is much warmer ❤️❤️❤️

  • @wschield608
    @wschield608 5 років тому +9

    I played the guitar before the ukulele, so even though the high g has a more Hawaiian flavor, the low g feels more natural to me. Again, it’s simply what sound best to you. Remember you will not be graded and everyone passes this test! lol

  • @ant3526
    @ant3526 5 років тому +1

    What kind of strings are on the uma ukes?

  • @sil7428
    @sil7428 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much, I really needed to hear this

  • @RockStarOscarStern634
    @RockStarOscarStern634 3 роки тому +1

    Aquila makes Low G Tuning ukulele String sets for all sizes of Ukulele

  • @Ukemama2018
    @Ukemama2018 5 років тому +1

    How did you get the low G string to fit in the slots on your nut Ms. B? I have a concert ukulele and I bought the strings from your link, but the G string is just a little thicker than the slot on the nut.

    • @vananhho1556
      @vananhho1556 5 років тому +1

      Melissa Alexander I believe you will have to file down the nut by yourself or someone else so that it will fit. This will be a permanent adjustment though, so you have to keep that in mind. I will ask Ms. B just to be sure.

    • @vananhho1556
      @vananhho1556 5 років тому

      You definetly have to adjust the nut so that the string can fit. Low G strings are usually a bit thicker than high G strings so that is why. It is the safest to hire someone to do the job, but some people do it at home as well. You can inform yourself more on this subject here: liveukulele.com/gear/strings/low-g/

  • @TommysLesPaul
    @TommysLesPaul 2 роки тому

    Great job. Love your videos. Long time guitar player also starting Uke. Great great job. God bless you.

  • @Ukemama2018
    @Ukemama2018 5 років тому

    Bought the wrong strings (regular G) so now I just have extra strings! My uke is naked until tomorrow. I'm so excited to have that low G sound.

  • @widjohn73
    @widjohn73 5 років тому

    Hey Bernadette, I have ordered a set of Löw G strings. I will test them for me. I think it is more normal for me when playing a run or scale that when going down, the tone doesn‘t suddenly go back up. 🤪

  • @BillHart_Family_Friends
    @BillHart_Family_Friends 5 років тому

    Thanks Bernie, for making this video! You know my opinion on this topic, but I will
    repeat some comments for others here that may not have read them
    previously. About five years ago I took
    my Fender ukulele (Tenor) and strung it with a Low G and loved it dearly;
    however, within about a week or two, I began to miss the High G sound. Ultimately, I went to the local Guitar Center
    and bought a new Cordoba ukulele (Tenor) 20TM-CE and have maintained High G strings
    on it. These days I play both of those
    gems, primarily the Low G get played when the song requires finger picking and
    the High G gets played mostly for song requiring strumming. Example, I have a Boss (RC-3) Looper Station
    that I strum songs into using my High G uke then loop it while I apply the
    melody lines using my Low G uke. Pretty
    cool! Oh yeah, I often layer a bass line
    on the loop station using my beloved Donner U-Base. I know this comment is long but hopefully
    interesting to readers. Thanks again for
    all you teach the uke community.

  • @mimiDchi
    @mimiDchi 5 років тому

    Weeeeeeee! I just got my low G strings and a low end tenor Lanikai. This weekend, oh boy, I can't wait to break in those strings!

  • @ukulelelegion
    @ukulelelegion 3 місяці тому

    Obrigado... Bernadete...
    1. Concert Acústico HG
    2. Tenor Eletro/Acústico HG
    3. Eletric Ukulele (Guitarlélé) Low G...
    3 novas experiências em uma só:
    1."Guitarra"
    2. Afinação
    3.Cordas de Aço.
    este vídeo já me ajudou muito...
    Obrigado. 🖖🎵🌀🎸

  • @crazywhitedog78
    @crazywhitedog78 5 років тому +1

    Bernadette. I noticed that in some videos you wear jewelery on your left hand and others not. Do you find that wearing the ring on your left hand just feels like its in the way??

    • @chasebutler2665
      @chasebutler2665 5 років тому

      crazywhitedog78 I don’t like to wear one because it is uncomfortable sometimes and I don’t like the idea of possibly scuffing the ukulele

  • @kateycake5670
    @kateycake5670 5 років тому +2

    Thank you for this video!!!!!!!!

  • @libelle8124
    @libelle8124 2 роки тому

    I am a beginner and wondered what all this talk about high and low G was about. I kind of like the low G better. It sounds more rounded to me, but I think following the tutorials and so early into my ukulele journey, it might be too confusing for me. I am planning to get a second, much better ukulele and perhaps I have the turn the first one into a low G just for some fun. Now I'd like to find out what the difference is between the chromatic and the ukulele setting, on the digital tuner. Thanks for your videos. I'm learning a lot :-)

  • @colleens.lapello2069
    @colleens.lapello2069 2 роки тому

    LOW G on the UMA's you have .. absolutely NEVER !! Those 2 ukes are too sweet and happy sounding. In my opinion, a LOW G should be installed on a warm wood uke, such as those with a cedar top. I have the UMA you used (all solid acacia koa) strung HIGH G .. hubby has a KALA solid cedar top and solid acacia body .. sounds marvelous strung with the LOW G .. We learn from your videos .. straight to the point and you are absolutely so sweet .. thank you for teaching.

  • @homessojollier3311
    @homessojollier3311 5 років тому

    Good video. I can really get a feel for the difference. Thank you