How to Change Strings on a Ukulele

Written By: Emily Cunnington
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How to Change Strings on a Ukulele

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

8

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

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    • Start by loosening the string you are trying to replace by twisting the pegs.

    • The G and C tuning pegs turn up to tighten and down to loosen while the E and A tuning pegs turn down to tighten and up to loosen.

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    • Next, grab the new string you are using to replace.

    • The packaging will inform you of which string replaces which note—some are different than others so pay attention!

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    • Feed the string through the tie block.

    • Remember to leave slack.

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    • Wrap the string over the tie block and back underneath itself.

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    • Recross the string over itself again, looping it two or three more times.

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    • Pinch the string and pull tightly.

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    • Now, fasten the string back to the headstock. To do this, feed the string through the hole in the turning peg.

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    • Twist again to tighten and cut off extra string once complete.

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Emily Cunnington

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