My First Ukulele

Jay Searle

Jay Searle

How to Choose the Best Ukulele Strings – A Beginner’s Guide

Choosing a set of ukulele strings can be daunting for beginners. This article explains the different types of strings and reputable brands to help you find the best set. Written by Jay Searle / Published June 7, 2024 Last updated: April 26, 2024 For obvious reasons, the original strings of the ukulele you bought won’t

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The Best Sounding Ukulele

What is the Best Sounding Ukulele Wood, and Does it Matter?

The type of wood a ukulele is made from can vary the sound greatly. In this article we’ll cover the different types of ukulele tonewoods and the sound qualities of each. Written by Jay Searle / Published February 13, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 The wood that a ukulele is made of largely influences

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Lanikai soprano ukulele

Lanikai Ukulele Review: LU21 Soprano Ukulele

The LU21-S Lanikai ukulele is a great beginner instrument that offers something a little different to the standard, all-mahogany laminate construction of similar ukes. Written by Jay Searle / Published February 6, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 Lanikai is famous for meshing old-school ukulele designs with more modern features, but not exactly for its

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Baritone Uke Chord Basics

Baritone Uke Chord Basics: A Quick and Simple Guide

Our quick guide where we teach you the basics of baritone uke chords, how to learn some simple patterns and get strumming! Written by Jay Searle / Published February 2, 2024 Last updated: February 21, 2024 As the second largest instrument in the ukulele family, the baritone typically uses a different tuning compared to its

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E7 Ukulele Chord

How to Play the E7 Ukulele Chord – With Applications

We break down the E7 ukulele chord and teach you how to play it in a couple of different positions, as well as demonstrate some practical applications for you to try. Written by Jay Searle / Published January 29, 2024 Last updated: February 22, 2024 The chord that helped innumerable popular songs reach the charts,

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