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Balnna Soprano Ukulele Maple 21 inch.
Beginner or experienced? Small hands? Or just want that classic ukulele sound? A soprano ukulele is your best bet, as this traditional ukulele variety proves one of the most popular due to its compact size, price, and tone. A soprano is a classic ukulele, also known as the ‘standard’ uke, as originally all ukuleles were soprano sized. Eventually bigger ukuleles – like the concert – arrived on the scene, but the soprano is the original and one that will never go out of style! If you think of a famous face playing the ukulele – whether that’s George Formby, Tiny Tim, or Ohta-San – they will all usually be playing a soprano.
INLAID COLOR CARDS Marker FINGERBOARD
The color cards on the neck of the fretboard are all inlaid in the wood to ensure long-term use. The uke is solidly crafted with maple wood and neck for well-balanced tone, and die-cast tuners keep you in tune from song to song.
WHERE ARE THE GOOD TONES and BEAUTIFUL SOUNDS FROM?
We are proud of the tones and sounds we have now, But strings change tune radically with even slight shifts in humidity or temperature. You should keep your uke in a house with an HVAC it should stay in relatively good tune (once the new strings have had a chance to stretch a bit). If you want a more genuine sound out of a ukulele just use your fingers to strum – thumb for down, index finger for up – the sound is much more pleasant and warm.
The STRING（ABS）OF BRIDGE IS FOUR COLORS. Use hidden type, it is not ordinary ukulele that let the string of bridge outside to Cause pulling something else, especially, it will not be easy to lose.
Advantages and Disadvantages of a Soprano Ukulele
With the smaller size and a scale length of 13”, a soprano ukulele is ideal for players with smaller hands, although those with larger hands can still master this tiny instrument. It’s also an ideal model for beginners, as you don’t have to reach very far to make chords, while the strings require less tension to make a note. With all this in mind, it’s easy to see why a soprano is also one of the best sizes for children learning the instrument.
Another benefit is that a soprano ukulele is generally around 10-15% cheaper than an equivalent model in a larger size. This is another reason why a soprano is often recommended for beginners, who may not have committed to playing the ukulele long-term and therefore want something a little cheaper to play around on. Finally, a soprano is a great ukulele size for traveling, as it’s so compact.
The main disadvantage of a soprano ukulele, as we’ve touched upon, is that the projection tends to be quieter than, say, a concert or tenor ukulele. It is also harder for those with bigger hands to play, as the neck is so short and the frets are closer together.
What Makes a Soprano Ukulele?
The smallest of the popular ukulele sizes, a soprano typically measures around 21” in length, with a neck holding around 12 to 15 frets – usually 12 in the clear (i.e. fully accessible). With four strings, a soprano is usually tuned to the standard ukulele tuning, G-C-E-A.
What Does a Soprano Ukulele Sound Like?
While the woods will play a part in the overall tone, a soprano tends to have a lovely bright and happy sound – the typical tinkly Hawaiian ukulele tone.
However, due to the smaller body, it is certainly the quietest of the sizes and can lack the projection and warmth you’d get from a concert or tenor uke. More often than not, a soprano ukulele will feature the traditional shape, but sometimes you’ll find the ‘pineapple’ uke, which is still a soprano in size, but it has a bigger waist and – therefore – a bit of a bigger sound.
For practice and small impromptu performances, a soprano is great, but for bigger performances, it may fall a little short – unless you invest in a soprano fitted with electronics (of which there are plenty!).
Kala MK-S Makala Soprano Ukulele Bundle with Gig Bag, Tuner, Strap, Aquila Strings, Online Lessons, Austin Bazaar Instructional DVD, and Polishing Cloth.
- Soprano size
- Mahogany body and neck
- Walnut fingerboard
- Geared tuners
- Satin finish
- Kala is a brand well-known for making an awesome ukulele for both beginners and experienced players, but this entry-level – with a small-hand friendly soprano body and a tiny price tag – will certainly appeal to those just starting. For the price, the quality on offer is nothing short of fantastic.
The 21” long body is made of a lovely satin-finished mahogany laminate, with a comfortable mahogany neck, and a rosewood fretboard with 12 frets. It’s fun to play and, sound-wise, it’s really impressive.
While not particularly loud, it has nice warmth for such a small instrument. Make sure to check out all the details of
