Remember the high G
Standard re-entrant tuning uses G4–C4–E4–A4, so the first G is higher than the C that follows it.
Tuning by Ear
Tap the note once
Tuning by Ear
Tap the note once
You can tune your Ukulele with a microphone or by ear. Tuning the uke automatically with a microphone is much easier, faster, and is our recommended option. However, tuning your instrument by ear will improve your musical ear in the long term, and can be a valuable skill to learn for the moments when you are not online.
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Standard re-entrant tuning uses G4–C4–E4–A4, so the first G is higher than the C that follows it.
A hard attack can briefly pull a light ukulele string sharp. Use a soft, even pluck and let the pitch settle.
Nylon strings stretch noticeably after installation and may need repeated tuning for several days.