If they are then both strings will tune to the same pitch. Made popular in the early part of the 20th century, this eight string concert is. How do i tune and play my 8 string ukulele thing i bought. Martin style 1m taropatch 192627 elderly instruments. Tuned like a regular ukulele, gcea, but with pairs rather than single strings. Our other band member plays an 8 string tenor ukulele. It has an all solid mahogany body with rosewood binding, a mahogany neck with a brazilian rosewood fingerboard, and violinstyle friction tuning pegs.
You can hear how pretty the shimmery sound of that is in the video clip. Most commonly available 8 string ukuleles today are tenor size, with a larger body and longer scale length than the original taropatch ukuleles. Its inspired by turn of century taropatch ukes, but in a concert size and frets to the body. It seems odd to have two c strings together as well as a potential stress problem on the bridge.
However, some people contend that they refer to two different things. Its out getting new tuners installed but it should be fun. However, the lack of any set up instructions meant a search for the correct tuning. It sounds like you are playing with a chorus of ukuleles. First to uke republic, ohana brings us another classic taropatch. This ukulele is a taropatch so what is a taropatch. Since the ukulele has 8 strings instead of 4 like a doublesix guitar, the paired strings must be tuned to sound the same and in the same octave. This instrument is in very goodexcellent condition. Any experts out there who might know something about this unusual instrument. Instruments with 6 or 8 strings in four courses are often called taropatches, or taropatch. Unfollow 8 string ukulele to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Martin style 1m taropatch 1926 27 elderly instruments. In effect it is an 8string ukulele, differing from the standard 8string in the fact it has a pair of regular c strings rather than the high low c octave pair on a normal 8string uke.
Oct 05, 2011 i have an old taropatch 8 string soprano ukulele. Then tune one of the c strings to the c on a standard uke and the second c string to the pitch of c but one octave down. Worth ukulele strings clear fluorocarbon for 8string uke. If one string is thicker than the other, then the thinner string will tune.
One important note is that the ukulele e string is tuned one octave higher than how it would normally be. I understand that the g and c strings are tuned the same and the a and e are an octave apart. That, of course, doesnt work because while the e and a strings are strung in unison, the g and c are an octave apart, requiring different diameter strings. Until i find a martin, i guess ill struggle along with the other ukes and with a maui music 6 string tenor i recently bought. Kala ka8e acoustic electric 8 string tenor ukulele, natural satin.
An early ukulele cousin is the taropatch, an instrument with eight strings set in four courses of two strings each, tuned to the standard. The second g string is going to be tuned an octave up. The second g string is going to be tuned an octave up or down. Gg cc ee aa key of cstring length of 76cmsuntil the mid20th century ukuleles were mounted exclusively in gut, a material that had been used for thousand of years and that combines excellent promptness of attack with brilliance of timbre. Ohana ck358 all solid concert 8string taropatch ukulele. Plays very similarly to a 4string, you only need to press hardermore evenly. Pono acacia taropatch 8 string concert ukulele in mint. The latest is a kala eight string allmahogany tenor. The taropatch, the name comes from taropatch fiddle and early hawaiian slightly derogatory name for all ukuleles as it was used by the landed anglo settlers to describe the instruments played by the portuguese indentured labour as they worked the taro fields, with its 8 strings in 4 courses, is a very traditional string configuration dating back to the birth of the ukulele itself. This concert scale ohana has a low and high g then, two pairs of cs, two paired es and two paired as. Ohana ck358 solid mahogany taropatch concert ukulele demo. From the summer 2017 issue of ukulele by tom walsh. Kala ka8 mahogany 8string tenor ukulele w hard case.
Baritone scale taropatch, the name comes from taropatch fiddle and early hawaiian slightly derogatory name for all ukuleles as it was used by the landed anglo settlers to describe the instruments played by the portuguese indentured labour as they worked the taro fields, with its 8 strings in 4 courses, is a very traditional string. It is like the 12 string guitar of the ukulele world. Brazilian rosewood back and sides, 109 year old spruce piano sound board top. Mar 25, 2020 this requires you use a finger to create a major chord instead of using the open strings, but it makes the v7 chord a onefinger chord as well. This is my unboxing pono taropatch 8 string concert ukulele. That name seems to have been applied incorrectly on later 8 string tenor ukes.
Mandolins are traditionally strung with 8 strings in 4 courses. The soprano goes good with the tenor voice, and the tenor goes good with the soprano voice. Uke republic offers a wide variety of unique ukuleles. No, no trouble with the d, i dont make one with 3 fingers, i usually barre and use my pinky to get the higher d, 2225. Top material see all top material skill level see all skill level. Unboxing pono actpc taropatch 8 string concert ukulele. Ukuleles are not, but there are indeed 8 string ukuleles again, these are in 4 courses. Gg cc ee aa key of cstring length of 76cmsuntil the mid20th century ukuleles were mounted exclusively in gut, a material that had been used for thousand of years and that combines excellent promptness of attack with brilliance of timbre very different, in other words. I recently scored a mele mahogany concert size 6 string which is my. Most 8 strings are tenor but the concert scale length make for a more relaxed tension and the setup is perfect.
Taropatches evolved from the portuguese rajao, a 5string instrument that is a bit louder than regular soprano ukes due to its slightly larger body size, and offers a more sonorous. While you ponder that question, check out our fabulous selection of ukulele strings from leading companies like aquila, daddario, and pepe romero strings, among others. Aquila ukulele strings tenor 8string nylgut t8 19u. Satin finish uke republic setup includes upgraded aquila strings. One popular variation that stuck was the 8string ukulele. My wife often starts any ukulelerelated conversation aimed at me with the words, what on earth possessed you to.
An 8 string ukulele can be tuned with the string pairs in the. Kiwaya taropatch mahogany 8 string concert ukulele. Also known as a liliu or a taropatch or taro patch fiddle, it has all 4 strings doubled. Pictures and video show the exact ukulele now available here. That means that rather than the traditional allunison doublenormalukeset tuning for taropatch. Sound sample is completely dry with no reverb, compression, post.
Gorgeous notes pour out with either finger style or. The strings that this ukulele has on this video is the worth. Local music stores dont even list 8string sets for ukes and one advised me to just buy two sets and string them together. Our other band member plays an 8string tenor ukulele. Ive been wanting one for some time and i will likely get one of the new if they ever release them ohana taropatch 8 string concert cm358.
What is the string pattern for a taropatch ukulele. Daddario ej53s concert black nylon hawaiian ukulele strings are made specifically for hawaiian or concert ukuleles. The question focusses on 8 string ukulels, but then goes on to mention mandolins. This is a vintagestyle taropatch 12fret mahogany concert 8 string from the wonderful crafsmen at kiwaya. Worth ukulele strings clear fluorocarbon for 8string uke 63. To say that martins ukuleles were a success is a major understatement. Ohana ck35 8 all solid concert 8 string taropatch ukulele. When these arrived i attempted to replace my old set of strings on my 8 string tenor ukulele. Pono acacia taropatch 8 string concert ukulele in mint reverb. The combination of the two, in our opinion, sounds great. Mele mahogany tenor8 string ukulele mele ukulele the sweet. We have pineapple body shape ukuleles, long neck ukuleles, short scale ukuleles, 5 string ukuleles, 8 string ukuleles, tenor guitars, tahitian style, cavaquinho, machete, thinbody travel ukuleles.
In effect it is an 8 string ukulele, differing from the standard 8 string in the fact it has a pair of regular c strings rather than the high low c octave pair on a normal 8 string uke. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. Nov 28, 2018 the terms 8string ukulele and taropatch ukulele are often used interchangeably. Aquila new nylgut aq19 tenor ukulele strings 1 set of 8. To tune your uke to c wahine, slack the a string down to g like you do for taropatch c. Basically, copying a standard 4 string ukulele you would tune the two a strings to exactly the a string note on the uke and the two c strings the same. Tenor ukulele set of 8 strings 1 red unwound string, the remainder white nylgut regular tuning. I used to play 12 string guitar so i thought id take to the taropatch fairly easily though im sure it will be a bit of a challenge at first to get used to it. The closeness of the string pairings make it easy to play any chord that is playable on a four string ukulele. This is the taropatch model, so it is a concert size body with the doubled strings. Then also tune the c string down a halfstep to a b note. Kawakami custom 8 string concert taropatch style ukulele.
So the 4 strings or pairs of strings are g, c, e and a. This martin style 1m taropatch is essentially a concert scale ukulele with four unison courses tuned ggcceeaa. I was excited to see one at namm and even more excited when i felt how easy it was to play and heard its beautiful, open voice. Listen to the mockingbird 8 string uke taropatch youtube.
How to tune an eight string ukulele ukulele wonderhowto. Made popular in the early part of the 20th century, this eight string concert is tuned in unison c, so gg cc ee aa. My wife often starts any ukulele related conversation aimed at me with the words, what on earth possessed you to. Two strings for each note means twice the fun with the ohana 8string taropatch ukulele. Jul 06, 2017 an early ukulele cousin is the taropatch, an instrument with eight strings set in four courses of two strings each, tuned to the standard mydoghasfleas. Worth 8 string ukulele strings worth ukulele clear fluorocarbon for 8 string uke 63 inch, full set ukulele strings clear flurocarbon for an 8 string ukulele. Jun 19, 2011 just foolin around, trying to play the tune on my lanikai 8 string ukulele. The tone is ethereal with its chorus like tones driven by an all solid mahogany body. Ohana taro patch eight string concert ck358 its here. Local music stores dont even list 8 string sets for ukes and one advised me to just buy two sets and string them together. The strings themselves were originally made of catgut. Ohana ck358 solid mahogany taropatch concert ukulele.
Finally, i strung the instrument with a set of worth, allplain, clear fluorocarbon strings for 8 string uke. Pyramid ukulele 8 string set tenor thomann united states. It still has the basic your dog has fleas g, c, e, a tuning, only each of the strings now has a match. We also have strings for 6 string, 8 string, bass, and banjo ukuleles. The latest is a kala eightstring allmahogany tenor. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at.
An early ukulele cousin is the taropatch, an instrument with eight strings set in four courses of two strings each, tuned to the standard mydoghasfleas. Aquila 19u tenor ukulele nylgut 8string set regular. That means that rather than the traditional allunison doublenormalukeset tuning for taropatch, the g course has a low octave and the c course has a high octave. The taropatch or taro patch is a ukulele with double strings, so 8 strings in 4 courses. Order online ukulele strings by daddario, aquila, martin and worth for soprano, concert, tenor and baritone ukuleles and take advantage of strings and beyonds low prices and fast shipping. We also have strings for 6string, 8string, bass, and banjo ukuleles. I have not seen 6 strings referred to as a taropatch. Home ukulele strings worth clear fluorocarbon worth ukulele strings clear fluorocarbon for 8string uke 63 inch model. Just foolin around, trying to play the tune on my lanikai 8 string ukulele. Aquila 19u tenor ukulele nylgut 8string set regular tuning. Finally, i strung the instrument with a set of worth, allplain, clear fluorocarbon strings for 8string uke. However, playing tabulations is difficult for all but the adroit finger picker.
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