I love having an 8-string ukulele. It’s really fun to play. One thing that has been REALLY frustration for me however is the darn High-C string (string position #6). If you go online you will see that it is the most susceptible to breaking of all the other ukulele strings due to the fact that is the thinnest string. I had several break on me. What is most frustrating is that when it breaks, I couldn’t just order a High-C string anywhere so I had to order a whole new set of 8 strings for my ukulele. For Worth Brown Fluorocarbon set that would cost me over $20 with shipping (true, they are long enough that I can make 2 sets of strings) and then I would have lots of excess of all the other strings. What a waste! I solved the problem (for me) today. Knowing that the strings I was using are basically just fluorocarbon strings, I went down to Walmart and found the EXACT same size fluorocarbon fishing line (0.0185”/0.47mm) in a 250-yard roll for $2.42. This one $2.42 roll now will provide over 250 spare High-C strings for me (virtually free!). I enjoy trying different brand strings and buying them in sets but now I will no longer have to buy an entire set just because my High-C string breaks! You can do this with most if not all of the other strings if you want but as I said it’s fun to try different sets of “ukulele” strings. This is especially helpful for those of you who, like me, enjoy using fluorocarbon strings. I actually DID restring one of my traditional ukuleles with all fishing line string and it sounds great.
I follow so many of your videos. You have been such a great help. This is the one I want but can't get my hands on one to try. I heard many people say the chords are harder to press down. Right now I have a concert soprano Kala and have thoroughly enjoyed it.. What is your opinion thinking back to only playing for a year. Thank you Cely
This model has been around for ages---I had one about 6 years ago. But they appear to have upgraded the pickup system. The old one was by Shadow and just had a couple of simple slider controls. The nut width at 1.5" or 38mm is actually 3mm wider then the standard 4 string Kala KA-TG on which this is based. In my opinion all tenor ukes---either 4 or 8 string should have a nut width of at least 38mm-----unfortunately, apart from one or two notable exceptions, only the more expensive ones do.
Sounds unusual, and, of course, reminiscent of a 12-string and a mandolin. To my ear, it slightly misses the clarity of the attack, and so far I fail to see the point of making such an instrument. I mean - it must sound pretty blurred in the mix. On its own, though, it sounds pure magic.
Sounds like a low g and the courses are in octaves I am guessing. It sounds so different than the typical uke. I am not sure I like low g for strumming, although it opens up melodic possibilities.
Great video Thank you so much. But, why should it be considered mainly for strumming ; the ronroco has 5 sets of 2 and is mainly used for picking, listen to the beautiful composition : THE LAST OF US . You will love it
I love having an 8-string ukulele. It’s really fun to play. One thing that has been REALLY frustration for me however is the darn High-C string (string position #6). If you go online you will see that it is the most susceptible to breaking of all the other ukulele strings due to the fact that is the thinnest string. I had several break on me. What is most frustrating is that when it breaks, I couldn’t just order a High-C string anywhere so I had to order a whole new set of 8 strings for my ukulele. For Worth Brown Fluorocarbon set that would cost me over $20 with shipping (true, they are long enough that I can make 2 sets of strings) and then I would have lots of excess of all the other strings. What a waste! I solved the problem (for me) today. Knowing that the strings I was using are basically just fluorocarbon strings, I went down to Walmart and found the EXACT same size fluorocarbon fishing line (0.0185”/0.47mm) in a 250-yard roll for $2.42. This one $2.42 roll now will provide over 250 spare High-C strings for me (virtually free!). I enjoy trying different brand strings and buying them in sets but now I will no longer have to buy an entire set just because my High-C string breaks! You can do this with most if not all of the other strings if you want but as I said it’s fun to try different sets of “ukulele” strings. This is especially helpful for those of you who, like me, enjoy using fluorocarbon strings. I actually DID restring one of my traditional ukuleles with all fishing line string and it sounds great.
Beautiful sounds ! Reminds me of a mandolin or bouzouki! I really want one 🤙
I'm selling mine on eBay not the pick up version
I have one of these and it has become my main gigging instrument. Provides a really solid rhythm for the group.
I just picked one of these up. I’m having a little trouble getting the tuning keyed in, but I really like it.
Hello Terry as always a great video on the eight string tenor ukulele I just ordered one from your store can wait to get it.
Just got a New PonoMGTD8 Solid body Mangowood.
Loving the tone of it.
Mahalo 4da tuning info
I have one, it's fabulous, great for accompanying group singing.
Nice, tempting!
I have been playing Norwegian Wood and Wildflower on mine and it sounds great!
The reason why 8 string ukulele is good is because you don't have to worry about High G and Low G as it has both of them
doesnt a 5 string do too?
@@emdicadrian a 5 string just has a high and low G string, not both a high and low C string. Also it has the E & A strings doubled.
@@dougsfield neither the comment nor my reply mentioned anything about the C string
@@emdicadrian good point. I reread your comment and you are right. My mind was just thinking about all my broken high-c strings.
Very nice looking! I like the sound too!
I follow so many of your videos. You have been such a great help. This is the one I want but can't get my hands on one to try. I heard many people say the chords are harder to press down. Right now I have a concert soprano Kala and have thoroughly enjoyed it.. What is your opinion thinking back to only playing for a year. Thank you Cely
This model has been around for ages---I had one about 6 years ago. But they appear to have upgraded the pickup system. The old one was by Shadow and just had a couple of simple slider controls. The nut width at 1.5" or 38mm is actually 3mm wider then the standard 4 string Kala KA-TG on which this is based. In my opinion all tenor ukes---either 4 or 8 string should have a nut width of at least 38mm-----unfortunately, apart from one or two notable exceptions, only the more expensive ones do.
8 string ukes are the greatest. I had a solid acasia Kala 8. Sold it and have regretted it ever since.
Sounds very interesting. :)
I wonder if the gloss neck can be problematic while playing.
I'm guessing the song that you played for a bit was called my way by Frank Sinatra.
Good review.
Sounds unusual, and, of course, reminiscent of a 12-string and a mandolin. To my ear, it slightly misses the clarity of the attack, and so far I fail to see the point of making such an instrument. I mean - it must sound pretty blurred in the mix. On its own, though, it sounds pure magic.
Awesome!
Sounds like a low g and the courses are in octaves I am guessing. It sounds so different than the typical uke. I am not sure I like low g for strumming, although it opens up melodic possibilities.
Omg I want one
I'm selling one on eBay non electric version
Great video Thank you so much.
But, why should it be considered mainly for strumming ; the ronroco has 5 sets of 2 and is mainly used for picking, listen to the beautiful composition : THE LAST OF US .
You will love it
I see these are sold out in your store but available elsewhere - rather buy from you - will you have them back in soon?
Sounds like a harp 🥰
What is the Aquila number for the strings? It says Super nylgut but no number
Did you put the noise cancellation on for a reason? I'd rather remove it if I were you.
I didn’t, but have had some sound issues with these 8 strings
It sounds really nice. It does remind me of a mandolin…
I gotta get one. Help me cope with depression and homelessness
Honestly i'm just here 'cause i'm too cheap to buy a renaissance guitar :P
Lol I thought I was the only one. Looking for spruce top 8 strings myself so that it looks more renessaince-y and projects well
It doesn't sound good on blues brother but Hawaiian and cook island music is good and medieval charango ronroco music is good.
Biiiiggg sound
Needs a cut out!!!!!! Needs Low G wound string!!!!!!
Pointing, Pointing, & Even More Pointing! What's there Not to point at??? lol
Tuning; Gg Cc EE AA ?
I subbed ages ago))) Let’s check it out 😉
Too many strings...
Damn this guy needs to stop doing so much crack.