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Tenor Ukulele

The Hilo Brand Ukulele

Hilo Ukulele models encompass many of the traits that attract new players to this instrument. While even a very basic guitar will usually run at least a couple of hundred dollars, one can pick up a playable, tunable and good-sounding ukulele for under a hundred. There are also a range of ukuleles available, encompassing all the standard voices in which this instrument is manufactured. The materials used to construct these ukuleles are not at all junk, consisting of mahogany and other high-end woods. For those starting out, there are several attractive elements to this manufacturer’s offerings.

Hilo ukulele voices extend all the way down to the baritone. The baritone ukulele has a similar range to that of the guitar and, because it is often tuned to the same pitches as the highest four strings on a guitar, it is an easy transition for those trained in that instrument. The larger fretboard and more generous size all around make it suitable for those with larger hands, who may have a problem fretting a standard-sized ukulele. In an ensemble, it adds a beautiful bass layer to the collective sound, creating a space on which the melody may be established by the higher instruments.

For those who want to be less concerned with the foundation of a song and who want to be a bit more in the spotlight, the tenor ukulele is an excellent choice. Hilo ukulele manufactures instruments in this range, as well. The tenor voice is sometimes the star of the show and sometimes part of the underpinnings of a piece. This instrument represents a nice compromise between the full, bass sound of the baritone and the lilting tones of a soprano voice. This is one of the most popular voices in the ukulele styles commonly-available.

Hilo ukulele also makes soprano instruments. This is the most popular voice for ukuleles. The soprano is always the star of the show, voicing the melody and occupying that musical range on top of all others. This range of instrument is particularly well-suited for those with very small hands or for those with excellent coordination who like to be able to span a wide range of notes on a single chord. The tone on this range of ukuleles can be deceptively rich, despite its high pitch. This instrument is the smallest and most convenient of these instruments to carry, making them popular with those who like to take their instrument on adventures.

A Hilo ukulele is a good choice for beginners. While taking up a musical instrument is a worthwhile pastime—and sometimes an eventual profession—one should spend sensibly at first. To that end, balancing quality with affordability is key. A shoddy instrument does not give the player an authentic representation of its capabilities. A too-expensive instrument may prevent new players from ever getting started. This brand line allows those who are interested in the instrument to get started without breaking the bank and to still get a quality ukulele.

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Washburn OU4 Oscar Schmidt Tenor Ukulele $118.99 Washburn OU4 Oscar Schmidt Tenor Ukulele

D'Addario J54 tenor Ukulele/Ha $4.49 D'Addario J53 sets are designed for optimum use on a Hawaiian Tenor ukulele. Each unwound string is made from our warm sounding black nylon, and the wound string is silverplated copper.

GHS Hawaiian Tenor Ukulele Black Nylon Guitar Strings $4.49 These black nylon tenor ukulele strings are aluminum wound.Gauges:28-36-35-32

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Fender Hau'oli Mahogany Tenor Ukulele Natural $149.99 The Hau'oli Tenor Ukulele from Fender, derived from the Hawaiian word for "happy," has all-mahogany sides, back, and neck, a unique Telecaster headstock shape, and an acrylic abalone rosette.

D'Addario J71 Pro Arte Tenor Ukulele Strings $3.99 D'Addario J71 Pro Arte Ukulele strings are all-nylon, their design inspired and guided by the virtuosity of ukulele artist Jake Shimabukuro. This regular set for tenor ukulele is made from select Pro Arte' classical guitar string gauges. All D'Addario Pro Arte' strings are sorted by a sophisticated, computer-controlled, laser machine, which performs diameter/tension measurements and quality checks, ensuring that each set is well-matched, true-sounding and precisely intonated.

Lanikai Hardshell Tenor Ukulele Case $39.99 This sturdy, stylish hardshell case fits the Lanikai CK-T, LU-21T, LU-8, LU-6, O-6, and O-8 tenor ukes.

Ukulele Handbook $14.95 For Soprano, Concert, Tenor, and Baritone Uke. By Axel Richter. By Axel Richter. For Ukulele (Soprano). Methods. All Styles. Level: Intermediate-Advanced. Book. 176 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

Gear One Tenor Ukulele Accessory Pro Pack $49.99 The Tenor Ukulele Accessory Pro Pack includes one hardshell tenor ukulele case from Lanikai, one Hercules TravLite instrument stand, and one pack of D'Addario J71 Tenor Uke Strings:Lanikai Tenor Ukulele Hardshell Case: This sturdy, stylish hardshell case will fit Lanikai CK-T, LU-21T, LU-8, LU-6, O-6, and O-8 tenor ukes.Hercules TravLite Folk Instrument Stand: The TravLite Folk Instrument Stand is ideal for holding banjos, mandolins, violins, and ukuleles securely in place thanks to adjustable foam pads. It also has specially formulated foam pads to protect your instrument at all possible contact points. Featuring sturdy steel construction, the instrument stand is easy to set up, and breaks down to a compact 10.6" x 10.2".D'Addario J71 Tenor Ukulele Strings: Gauges: 29-33-41-29. D'Addario J71 Pro Arte Ukulele strings are all-nylon, their design inspired and guided by the virtuosity of ukulele artist Jake Shimabukuro. This regular set for tenor ukulele is made from select Pro Arte' classical guitar string gauges. All D'Addario Pro Arte' strings are sorted by a sophisticated, computer-controlled, laser machine, which performs diameter/tension measurements and quality checks, ensuring that each set is well-matched, true-sounding and precisely intonated.

Fender Nohea Koa Tenor Ukulele Natural $199.99 The all-Koa Tenor Ukulele from Fender bears the name of Nohea, from the Hawaiian term "lovely." It evokes the sound and the spirit of the Hawaiian Islands with acrylic abalone binding; all-koa sides, back, and neck; aged fretboard binding; and a unique Telecaster guitar headstock shape.

Lanikai LU-21TE Tenor Acoustic Electric Ukulele Natural $139 The Lanikai LU-21TE Ukulele is based on the best selling Tenor Uke offered by Lanikai with added professional grade Belcat UK2000 electronics for playing in louder environments. This handcrafted tenor ukulele is made with Nato wood (otherwise known as eastern mahogany) on its top back and sides. When this wood choice is paired with the rosewood fingerboard it brings out a mellow tone with an enhanced midrange that is often missing in instruments in this price point. The LU-21TE also comes stocked with die cast tuning machines geared 14/1 for easy tuning.Even if you've never played ukulele before, get ready for a world of fun with this Lanikai uke. It's an addicting instrument that can be taken anywhere. If you can play one uke you can play them all! With the easy playability, and included instruction booklet written by Mary Lou Dempler you will be playing songs in no time at all.

Cordoba La Playa Tenor Ukulele Natural $149.99 Designed to take on the road, this tenor uke from Cordoba is an awesome choice for your next off-the-beaten path adventure. The La Playa ukulele comes with a tarpaulin-insulated gig bag, patterned after surfboard travel packs, to provide protection from sun, surf, and sand. Cordoba represents a lifestyle that blends bohemian creativity and individuality with a heritage of artistry and craftsmanship. The quality of Cordoba instruments has been recognized worldwide by artists from a variety of genres and musical backgrounds. Passion and tradition accompany every Cordoba instrument; from the craftsman who chooses the soundboard to the musician playing the finished ukulele.

A Guide to Ukulele Chords $14.95 By Curt Sheller. For Ukulele. Take the mystery out playing and understanding chords on the ukulele, whether it is a standard, concert, tenor or baritone ukulele in "C," "D" or "G" tuning, low or high string four. Instructional Book. 54 pages. Published by Curt Sheller Publications.

Luna High-Tide Ovangkol Tenor Ukulele Ovangkol $299.99 The Luna Guitars High-Tide Ovangkol Tenor Ukulele aptly takes it's inspiration from the full moon at the first fret which causes the abalone wave fret markers below it to "rise" as they make their way up the fretboard towards the moon's pull. Luna high tide ukes are crafted from exotic tropical hardwoods, and the Luna "full moon" sticker inside the sound hole is framed by an abalone ring. This beautiful Luna ukulele features a deep ovangkol body, producing full, dynamic sound. The cutaway offers comfort when accessing the upper-register frets, and the nato/mahogany neck and rosewood bridge and fretboard add lasting sustain and clarity to your tone. The open-style tuners keep the instrument in precise tuning and the on-board preamp provides easy amplification that can be dialed in quickly. Dressed in a satin finish and featuring a rosewood binding, you won't believe your eyes with the ukulele's natural beauty. Just wait 'til you hear it.

D'Addario J54 Set Hawaiian Tenor Ukulele Silver On Nylon / Black Nylon $3.99 D'Addario J53 sets are designed for optimum use on a Hawaiian Tenor ukulele. Each unwound string is made from warm sounding black nylon, and the wound string is silver plated copper.

Ukulele Handbook: For Soprano, Concert, Tenor, and Baritone Uke $9.54 This book is for the intermediate and advanced level players. It displays all chords in six tunings for the different sizes of the ukulele. Of course, there are other books which show how to build chords, but when you are playing a new song, you need an almanac for a quick look over all the possibilities to play a certain chord. That leads you into arranging a song and creating your very own style of playing.

Lanikai Tenor Ukulele Gig Bag $19.99 Padded gig bag for the Lanikai CK-T, >LU-21T, LU-8, LU-6, O-6, and O-8 ukuleles.Tough, water-resistant nylon exterior over 25mm of padding, strong nylon interior, and sewn-in leather patches for extra protection around tuning keys and bridge. Strong PVC bottom with metal feet. 2 removable 50mm shoulder straps. Metal snap links and metal eyelets. Large zip-up pouch holds accessories. Extra-padded handle for easy hauling, plus 8mm-wide 2-way zipper and name tag compartment.

Lanikai NK-T Natural Koa Tenor Ukulele Natural Gloss $359 Lanikai offers the NK Natural Koa Ukulele as a striking edition to the Lanikai Custom series. This Lanikai ukulele is constructed from gorgeous woods with exotic figuring and highly contrasting tones due to special construction techniques and a meticulous process used for selection.The NK (Natural Koa) ukuleles display Lanikai's commitment to tradition by crafting these instruments with solid koa tops and koa back and sides. This NK-T ukulele is a tenor size and features a mahogany neck, die cast tuners, abalone binding, koa headstock overlay, and come equipped with Aquila strings. "The long-established use of koa on ukuleles is no accident, the tones produced by this wood is synonymous with the ukulele itself," says Drew Lewis, Product Manager. He adds, "Nothing sounds or looks like koa."

Applause UAE148 Acoustic-Electric Tenor Ukulele Black $349 With built-in electronics, the UAE148 can perform onstage with other amplified instruments. It is a traditional tenor-size, 16-7/8"-scale instrument with a cutaway shape for easier access to the upper fretboard. A solid spruce top gives it a sweet, rich tone. Finely crafted and worthy of the professional player.

Applause UAE148 Acoustic-Electric Tenor Ukulele Natural $349 With built-in electronics, the UAE148 can perform onstage with other amplified instruments. It is a traditional tenor-size, 16-7/8"-scale instrument with a cutaway shape for easier access to the upper fretboard. A solid spruce top gives it a sweet, rich tone. Finely crafted and worthy of the professional player.

Applause UAE148 Acoustic-Electric Tenor Ukulele Mahogany $349 With built-in electronics, the UAE148 can perform onstage with other amplified instruments. It is a traditional tenor-size, 16-7/8"-scale instrument with a cutaway shape for easier access to the upper fretboard. A solid spruce top gives it a sweet, rich tone. Finely crafted and worthy of the professional player.

D'Addario J5403 Aluminum Wound Single Ukulele String $1.99 The D'Addario J5403 Aluminum Wound String is designed for optimum use on a Hawaiian tenor ukulele.

Ukulele Christmas Songbook $8.09 Featuring 28 well-known Christmas songs arranged for ukulele with chord symbols for an accompaniment instrument. Book contains chord diagrams for ukulele and guitar as well as common strum patterns to use for rhythm backup. All songs are arranged in standard notation and tablature for ukulele. This book may be used along with Mel Bays Mandolin Christmas Songbook (MB21013) and Mel Bays Dobro Christmas Songbook (MB21508). All songs, except Away in a Manger are in the same key and can be played together. Most songs in Mel Bays Tenor Banjo Christmas Songbook (MB21014) are also in the same key and can be used together.

Fender Ukulele Nohea $200 Fender Ukulele Nohea Fender Ukulele Nohea Description: Fender brings you the authentic sound of the Hawaiian Islands with its first-ever series of ukulele models. Ukuleles are enjoying renewed popularity, with exquisite sounds and designs that are a far cry from mere musical toys. Originally built by Portuguese immigrants to the Hawaiian Islands in the 1880s, the small guitar-like instruments produced a lilting sound that instantly evoked the lush South Pacific atmosphere of their island homeland. Fender's three new tenor-style ukulele models offer finely crafted sound and construction; they too instantly evoke the sound and spirit of Hawaii, with a dash of traditional Fender mojo for good measure-each one features the distinctive Fender Telecaster® guitar headstock shape, unique body shapes and bracing patterns designed exclusively for Fender, a Fender ukulele gig bag and an instruction book to get you started. Mahalo! This one is the Fender Ukulele Nohea. In Hawaiian, this name translates directly into the English lovely, which this model certainly is-built of laminated koa (a native Hawaiian hardwood used by ancient Hawaiians to build dugout canoes), with a gloss finish and aged abalone acrylic binding. Fender Ukulele Nohea Specifications: Model Name Ukulele Nohea Model Number 095-5640-(021) Series Fender Ukuleles Body Style Tenor Ukulele Colors (021) Natural, (Polyurethane Finish) Finish Gloss, (Polyurethane) Top Laminated Koa Bracing Scalloped Fan Bracing Back and Sides Laminated Koa Neck Mahogany Fingerboard Rosewood No. of Frets 19 Bridge Rosewood Machine Heads Die-Cast with Vintage Style Buttons Electronics None Scale Length 17" (432 mm) Body Depth 2.75"" (69.85 mm) to 3" (76.2 mm) Width at Nut 1.38" (35 mm) Width at Heel 3" (76.2 mm) Unique Features Telecaster® Guitar Headstock Shape, White Dot Position Inlays, Urea Saddle, Gold Silkscreened Fender Logo, Aged White Fretboard Binding, Acrylic Abalone Rosette, Acrylic Abalone Body Binding Strings GHS® Hawaiian Ukulele Tenor (1-A, 2-E, 3 Wound-C, 4-G) Accessories Gig Bag, Ukulele Instruction Book Introduced 1/2009 Notice Product Prices, Features, Specifications and Availability Are Subject To Change Without Notice Get your Fender Ukulele Nohea today!

Fender Ukulele Pa?ina $300 Fender Ukulele Pa'ina Fender Ukulele Pa'ina Description: Fender brings you the authentic sound of the Hawaiian Islands with its first-ever series of ukulele models. Ukuleles are enjoying renewed popularity, with exquisite sounds and designs that are a far cry from mere musical toys. Originally built by Portuguese immigrants to the Hawaiian Islands in the 1880s, the small guitar-like instruments produced a lilting sound that instantly evoked the lush South Pacific atmosphere of their island homeland. Fender's three new tenor-style ukulele models offer finely crafted sound and construction; they too instantly evoke the sound and spirit of Hawaii, with a dash of traditional Fender mojo for good measure-each one features the distinctive Fender Telecaster® guitar headstock shape, unique body shapes and bracing patterns designed exclusively for Fender, a Fender ukulele gig bag and an instruction book to get you started. This one is the Fender Ukulele Pa'ina, a top-line model gets its name from the Hawaiian word for party. It's made of solid mahogany, with a satin finish and passive electronics that let you plug it in and turn it up at the next luau. Mahalo! Fender Ukulele Pa'ina Specifications: Model Name Ukulele Pa'ina Model Number 095-5620-(021) Series Fender Ukuleles Body Style Tenor Ukulele Colors (021) Natural, (Polyurethane Finish) Finish Satin, (Polyurethane) Top Solid Mahogany Bracing Scalloped Fan Bracing Back and Sides Solid Mahogany Neck Mahogany Fingerboard Rosewood No. of Frets 19 Bridge Rosewood Machine Heads Die-Cast with Vintage Style Buttons Electronics Onboard Passive Pickup Scale Length 17" (432 mm) Body Depth 2.75"" (69.85 mm) to 3" (76.2 mm) Width at Nut 1.38" (35 mm) Width at Heel 3" (76.2 mm) Unique Features Telecaster® Guitar Headstock Shape, Onboard Passive Pickup with Endpin Jack, Acrylic Abalone Dot Position Inlays, Urea Saddle, Gold Silkscreened Fender Logo, Acrylic Abalone Rosette Strings GHS® Hawaiian Ukulele Tenor (1-A, 2-E, 3 Wound-C, 4-G) Accessories Gig Bag, Ukulele Instruction Book Introduced 1/2009 Notice Product Prices, Features, Specifications and Availability Are Subject To Change Without Notice Get your Fender Ukulele Pa'ina today!

Fender Ukulele Hau?oli $150 Fender Ukulele Hau'oli Fender Ukulele Hau'oli Description: Fender brings you the authentic sound of the Hawaiian Islands with its first-ever series of ukulele models. eles are enjoying renewed popularity, with exquisite sounds and designs that are a far cry from mere musical toys. Originally built by Portuguese immigrants to the Hawaiian Islands in the 1880s, the small guitar-like instruments produced a lilting sound that instantly evoked the lush South Pacific atmosphere of their island homeland. Fender's three new tenor-style ukulele models offer finely crafted sound and construction; they too instantly evoke the sound and spirit of Hawaii, with a dash of traditional Fender mojo for good measure-each one features the distinctive Fender Telecaster® guitar headstock shape, unique body shapes and bracing patterns designed exclusively for Fender, a Fender ukulele gig bag and an instruction book to get you started. Mahalo! This one, the Fender Ukulele Hau'oli, comes from the Hawaiian word for happy, and is a basic model with sturdy laminated mahogany construction and a satin finish. Fender Ukulele Hau'oli Specifications: Model Name Ukulele Hau'oli Model Number 095-5630-(021) Series Fender Ukuleles Body Style Tenor Ukulele Colors (021) Natural, (Polyurethane Finish) Finish Satin, (Polyurethane) Top Laminated Mahogany Bracing Scalloped Fan Bracing Back and Sides Laminated Mahogany Neck Mahogany Fingerboard Rosewood No. of Frets 19 Bridge Rosewood Machine Heads Die-Cast with Vintage Style Buttons Electronics None Scale Length 17" (432 mm) Body Depth 2.75"" (69.85 mm) to 3" (76.2 mm) Width at Nut 1.38" (35 mm) Width at Heel 3" (76.2 mm) Unique Features Telecaster® Guitar Headstock Shape, White Dot Position Inlays, Urea Saddle, Gold Silkscreened Fender Logo, Acrylic Abalone Rosette, Black Body Binding Strings GHS® Hawaiian Ukulele Tenor (1-A, 2-E, 3 Wound-C, 4-G) Accessories Gig Bag, Ukulele Instruction Book Introduced 1/2009 Notice Product Prices, Features, Specifications and Availability Are Subject To Change Without Notice Get your Fender Ukulele Hau'oli today!

Lanikai LU-6 6-String Tenor Ukulele Rosewood Fretboard $164 This tenor 6-string is made with nato wood top, back, and sides. Multiple binding. 18 frets. In-line gold tuners with pearl buttons. 26"W x 9"W x 2-7/8"D. Lanikai ukuleles have great playability, sound, and aesthetics at a price that will surprise you. The top, back, and sides are nato wood, which is very similar to mahogany. Binding on the top. The bridge and fingerboard are rosewood.

Lanikai LU-21T Tenor Ukulele Rosewood Fretboard $109 The Lanikai LU-21T Ukelele has a larger sized tenor body. The top, back, and sides are nato, which is very similar to mahogany. Other features include an easy-to-play rosewood fingerboard and bridge, die-cast tuners for solid tuning, and binding on the top. 26"W x 9"W x 2-7/8"D.Lanikai ukuleles have great playability, sound, and aesthetics at a price that will surprise you.

Fender Pa'ina All-Solid Mahogany Acoustic-Electric Tenor Ukulele Natural $299.99 Pa'ina means party. The Pa'ina Acoustic Electric Ukulele from Fender has all-solid mahogany sides, back, and neck, a unique Telecaster headstock shape, and the versatility of an onboard passive pickup.

Lanikai LU-8 Tenor 8-String Tenor Ukulele Rosewood Fretboard $199 Larger tenor body with nato top, back, and sides. Rosewood neck, binding, and in-line gold tuning machines with pearl buttons. 26"W x 9"W x 2-7/8"D.Lanikai ukuleles have great playability, sound, and aesthetics at a price that will surprise you. The top, back, and sides are nato wood, which is very similar to mahogany. Binding on the top. The bridge and fingerboard are rosewood.

Scales for Soprano Ukulele $5.99 Scales for Soprano Ukulele provides fingering diagrams, construction formulas in whole and half steps (in standard notation) and application (usage) for the most common scales used in improvisation and composition. This easy to read and understand book is packed full of scalar information. Scales are shown with roots on the 4th, 3rd and 2nd strings. Scales and modes shown include Major, Minor, Harmonic Minor, Pentatonic, Dorian, Phrygian, and Mixolydian. Each scale is shown in fretboard diagrams. Can be used with soprano and tenor ukuleles in C tuning, D tuning and Low G tuning. A must have for ukulele players.

GHS Standard Ukulele Clear Nylon Strings $3.99 Tune your tenor or soprano ukulele to jazz tuning with these clear nylon strings. Gauges: .022 (1st-B), .028 (2nd-F#), .032 (3rd-D), .022 (4th-A)

Mel Bay's Ukulele Chords $5.99 A handy photo/diagram chord book which shows, in C tuning, the chords in each key. A special section on moveable chords is also included. The chords are grouped by type, including major, minor, seventh, diminished, augmented, and more. A summary of where the chords lie on the fretboard is also included. This book can be used with either the soprano (standard) or tenor ukulele in G-C-E-A tuning.

Lanikai O-8E 8-String Acoustic-Electric Tenor Ukulele Rosewood Fretboard $269 Tenor ovankol sides and back with a solid spruce top and Belcat UK2000 preamp. Rosewood neck and gold tuners with pearl button tuning machines.

Tenor Ukulele Comparison -with 4 ukes!