Ukulele Tuner

Standard ukulele tuning is G-C-E-A (from the string closest to your chin to the string closest to the floor when holding the ukulele). All four strings are tuned within the fourth octave (G4-C4-E4-A4). This is also called C standard or re-entrant tuning.

This is called re-entrant tuning or high-G tuning. The G string is tuned to G4, which is actually higher than the C4 string next to it. This creates the bright, cheerful sound characteristic of the ukulele and makes certain chord voicings easier to play.

Soprano, concert, and tenor ukuleles typically all use standard GCEA tuning. Baritone ukuleles are larger and are usually tuned to DGBE, which is the same as the highest four strings of a guitar. This lower tuning suits the baritone's larger body.

Yes! A chromatic tuner like this one works for any instrument. Just play each string and tune it to the correct note: G, C, E, or A. The tuner will detect the pitch regardless of the instrument being used.

Low-G tuning tunes the G string an octave lower than standard (G3 instead of G4). This gives the ukulele a wider range and fuller sound, more similar to a guitar. You'll need a special low-G string, as regular ukulele strings are too thin for this pitch.

You should tune your ukulele every time you play. Ukuleles, especially those with nylon strings, can go out of tune easily due to temperature changes, humidity, or just from playing. New strings may need retuning frequently until they stretch and settle.