Ukulele String Collection for Soprano, Concert, Tenor or Baritone

A “Hawaiian guitar” is like a regular guitar in that the strings you use make a huge difference. Unfortunately, many brick-and-mortar music stores have a limited inventory of uke strings. Instead, shop online at Strings and Beyond. Our massive inventory of ukulele strings includes the top manufacturers such as Worth, Hannabach, Aquila and La Bella at discounted prices.

Here, you can browse nearly 200 types of strings for beginners and maestros alike. Whether you play a soprano, concert, tenor or bass ukulele, we have strings that will produce the sound and feel you want. Nearly everything you see here is in stock and ready to ship the same business day.

High-Quality Ukulele Strings for Sale

The best strings for a ukulele player depend on many considerations. You might prefer nylon ukulele strings to get a consistent warm sound at an affordable price, fluorocarbon strings for a brighter tone or steel strings for a banjo-like twang. Which tenor ukulele strings you buy can depend on whether you play in reentrant, linear or baritone tuning. Even within a string category, there are a few twists. For example, clear fluorocarbon strings typically sound bright and sharp while brown fluorocarbon is mellow.

Use the search filters to find the best strings for your preferences. Want to learn more about uke strings before you buy a set? Our Ukelele Strings 101 guide offers an introduction to ukulele string names, materials and much more. The experts at Strings and Beyond are happy to answer any questions — call 877-830-0722 or use our contact form.

Ukulele String FAQs

What are the ukulele string notes?

On soprano, concert and tenor ukeleles, the most common tuning is G-C-E-A. Baritone ukulele use a standard tuning of D-G-B-E. Our Ukelele Strings 101 guide has more about the various notes and tunings.

How many strings does a ukulele have?

Almost all ukuleles have four strings. However, you can get five-string, six-string and even eight-string ukuleles. They use one or more string pairings and are played the same way as a regular ukulele.

How to change ukulele strings?

You should string your ukulele one string at a time to maintain neck tension. For a standard bridge, slide the old string off parallel to the instrument's body, then tie a double-knot on the end of the new string to prevent it from popping through the hole. On tie-bar bridges, untie the old string, then slide the new string through the hole before tying a new knot.

Do ukuleles have plastic strings?

Most ukuleles use nylon strings, which is a type of thermoplastic known for its soft feel and warm sound. Some modern ukes have fluorocarbon, titanium, wound and even steel strings.

Are ukulele and guitar strings the same?

No. Ukuleles have fewer strings with a higher pitch and different tuning. If you're using reentrant ukulele tunings, you don't even go from low to high notes like a guitar does.

Are ukulele strings the same size?

The string length depends on the type of ukulele. On average, soprano uke strings are each 21 inches long, concert strings are 23 inches, tenor strings are 26 inches and baritone strings are 30 inches.

Are ukulele strings the same thickness?

Lower strings are thicker than higher strings, which holds more tension. This lets the strings vibrate at the needed frequencies.