Description
Kamaka 8-String Tenor Ukulele Strings are a set of seven hard black nylon strings and a silver-wound low G for 8-string tenor ukuleles, tuned G-C-E-A with all four courses doubled. They are made in the USA by Kamaka and give a warm, balanced tone and great intonation across all eight strings.
Specifications
| SKU | KAMAKA-8-STRING-TENOR-STRINGS |
|---|---|
| Kamaka model | S-38 |
| Fits | 8-string tenor ukuleles |
| Number of strings | 8 |
| Tuning | G-C-E-A with all four courses doubled |
| Material | Hard nylon with a silver-wound low G |
| Color | Black |
| Tension | Hard |
| Made in | USA |
Gauges by course
| G | .0285 + .035S low G (silver wound) |
|---|---|
| C | .0410 + .0220 high C |
| E | .0327 + .0327 |
| A | .0285 + .0285 |
Common questions
What size ukulele do the Kamaka S-38 strings fit?
The Kamaka S-38 strings fit 8-string tenor ukuleles.
How are the Kamaka S-38 strings tuned?
The Kamaka S-38 strings are tuned G-C-E-A with all four courses doubled.
What are the Kamaka S-38 strings made of?
The Kamaka S-38 set is seven hard black nylon strings and a silver-wound low G, made in the USA by Kamaka.
How do the Kamaka S-38 strings sound?
Kamaka strings give a warm, balanced tone and great intonation across all eight strings.
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