Start slow, use proper finger placement and technique, and practice regularly, if you want to master this.

A piezo converts sound vibrations directly into an electric signal, without a magnet. This is vastly more useful for nylon stringed instruments. When you get the strum right, people just think the music sounds good. They don’t say, “Wow, she’s strumming really well!” The strum should blend seamlessly into the music. Otherwise, a small dynamic spot mic (like a Shure SM57) positioned close to the ukulele can also work, but it won’t sound quite as nice as the “big mic.” Active vs. Passive

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about rhythm as it is about hitting all the right notes. If you’re feeling extra coordinated, you can add lyrics. 9. “Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles Tip: Here I have two tips for you. First, always use a metronome to be perfect in timing. and the second one, Start slowly and gradually increase your speed. By following these two tips you will see how fast you’ll master these basic patterns. Once you’re feeling a little more comfortable you can start to add a single chord in before progressing to multiple chords. The Claw (Alternating Thumb) As the size of the ukulele gets bigger, the sound will usually get fuller and deeper. Find the Best Material for You

If I was using the same setup into a PA and playing live, I’d tweak the EQ on my Venue to look something like:

11. “Island Style” by John Cruz

You can use this technique in a variety of songs. It is the best technique for simple accompaniment to your singing. Alternating Thumb The second pattern that we’re looking at take the claw pattern above and makes our thumb work a little bit harder. It might take a few tries and some very concentrated listening before you get a good result. Practice makes perfect. is often the problem frequency on ukuleles with balanced signals (i.e. active or WITH a preamp). This range contributes to a muddy, thumpy sound.

A lot of people shy away from learning it, as it looks complicated. You know, something only the Pros know how to do.The textured surface ensures a secure grip, minimizing the chances of accidental slips during playing sessions.

I can’t overstate the usefulness of a parametric EQ. If your preamp, mixer, or amp has one – learn how to use it! The ability to dial in precise frequencies to boost or cut probably makes it the most essential tool in a soundman or engineer’s toolbox. Even if you aren’t a soundman, having your tone dialed in to this level of precision will make you sound much better. So where do you turn the knobs to? When you repeat the pattern over and over, you will see that you can play the pattern smoothly and evenly. 2nd Exercise: Spider Walk Exercise The numbers that appear on the strings show the frets you need to play. For instance, a “2” would indicate you need to hold down the string on the second fret. Play one note at a time until you get a feel for this beautiful Disney favorite. If you’d like to challenge yourself, you can try this more complicated version! 7. “Hey There Delilah,” by The Plain White TsThe Baggs utilizes a low-voltage circuit that runs on a standard CR2032 watch battery. This provides power for perhaps 10 hours of play time before it needs to be changed. You can run it for much longer, but the performance is reduced. (Ledward Kaapana supposedly went for over a year without ever changing the battery despite his gig-heavy schedule.) The easiest – and possibly fastest – way to learn how to use a parametric EQ and what the problem frequencies are on your uke is this: Soloed Uke DI – Without EQ: https://liveukulele.com/wp-content/uploads/03-Fallout-DI-Uke-Without-EQ.mp3