How to string an Aklot ukulele with pull through bridge.

[@denisesheehan9189]

Thank you so much, Rich! I thought I would need a pair of tweezers to get the end out of the sound hole as we usually only change one string at a time!

[@richdavis4007]

I suppose having something handy to help fish the string out of the hole could be useful, but I didn't need anything. Thanks, Denise, for asking the question that led me to make this video. Rich

[@wylancslass]

Hi Rich, yes I remember that video from your old Channel. It was priceless in helping me understand how to change the strings on a pull through bridge.

[@richdavis4007]

I think you reminded me of this video awhile back, so I'm glad I was able to find it. So happened I paid $49.99 for my second Aklot tenor uke on eBay, quite a deal! I located a few other videos I may post in coming days. Thanks, Wendy. Rich

[@lennon1252]

Actually Aklot recommends putting in G(4) and A(1) strings and tying them together and then the C(3) and E(2) strings the same way. But that's only if you want to change all the strings at once. One at a time is more difficult because it comes from aklot with the 2 strings tied together

[@richdavis4007]

Thanks for the tip! Rich

[@FedericoBorluzzi]

Good to see how you can do all of this so well by yourself!

[@richdavis4007]

It looks impossible until you know the trick. Thanks, Federico. Rich

[@LETTE37]

Thank you so much! You were more helpful than my dad who has played music most of his life and even traveled to another country to study it for years but he can't even take a minute of his time to teach his daughter how to put a string, I was very sad because I broke a string but now I think I can do it on my own :)

[@richdavis4007]

Yes, you can do this. I'm always here to help with ukulele problems. 😊

[@sapphireclipse]

THANK you! This video was perfect for what I needed today!

[@richdavis4007]

Super! Rich

[@vikkiherman]

Thank you for this helpful advice! I recently purchased and Aklot 5 string and though I haven't had to restring yet, I will definitely remember this if and when the time comes!

[@richdavis4007]

It's easy as pie! Much better than tie down. Thanks, Vikki. Rich

[@cherieizm]

Thank you 😊😘

[@richdavis4007]

You're welcome 😊

[@christineclements6384]

Thanks I was stunned by how to change it

[@richdavis4007]

If you are used to tie down bridge, pull through will come as a surprise. I much prefer this way to tie down! Thanks, Christine. Rich

[@diegobejarano261]

I just received a week ago my Aklot Tenor, and when I took the Factory strings off, the first and fourth were tied to each other under the bridge, and 2nd and 3rd too... so i did the same with the new strings, and it seems to work ok, I´d like what you think about it...All I can say is I think that it is a lot safer, no risk at all that the knot can pass through the hole in the bridge and damage it... My strings are still stretching a bit, but they stretch a very little bit all at the same time, so I am not having any tuning issues. thank you very much

[@richdavis4007]

I have heard of people discovering this before. I haven't heard of anyone copying Aklot's method when they restrung their ukes, so kudos to you! Thanks for sharing your experience with the Aklot bridge and restringing. Rich

[@elifdede1004]

Thanks so so so much you are the best 💕

[@richdavis4007]

I'm glad my video helped! Rich

[@barrythurston6699]

Thank you so much understand new .keep well

[@richdavis4007]

Thank you, Barry. I'm glad my video helped. Rich

[@johnmcgovern2778]

Do you recommend any replacement string set for the five string Aklot? Just ordered one and prefer clear fluorocarbons like the Martin M620's.

[@richdavis4007]

I would play it like it is a couple of weeks, then decide. I would then probably keep it the way it is. I don't know what strings are available since I don't have a five string ukulele any more. Thanks. Rich

[@johnmcgovern2778]

Is there an appropriate knot for ending these strings?

[@richdavis4007]

Not that I'm aware of. As long as it's large enough not to come through the hole, it will be. I just tie the same old knot I've been making since I was five. I tie the knot and then tie again to make it a little bigger. Rich

[@PalmdaleGal]

@@richdavis4007 - I watched a video where the narrator took a tiny bead, tied the string end to it, and used that to prevent the string from pulling through the bridge. I think he also said you could reuse things from other instruments, like the metal "ball" from an old acoustic guitar or violin string. I'll have to give that a try along with your soundhole method!

[@richdavis4007]

@@PalmdaleGal I think I've purchased strings with ball ends on them. I'd just tie a couple of knots and be done with it. Once the strings have stretched out, they should be permanently in place.😊

[@Martin_Entertains]

I started on an Aklot tenor almost two years ago. It's a wonderful instrument and still my only ukulele (besides my Caramel baritone). However, I wouldn't recommend it to a first-timer because of that crazy bridge. Beginners are intimidated enough by changing strings without asking them to do it in the dark. You also have to be careful about the sequence of steps. If you put in one string and tighten it (as shown in your video), you lose part of your access to the inside and will have trouble reaching the remaining strings. I think I would tell a beginner to get an instrument that uses those pegs or takes strings with the anchor built into the end.

[@richdavis4007]

Thanks, friend. I found dealing with the Aklot bridge easier than learning to tie down to a bridge. I still mess than up sometimes. Changing strings for the first time would wouldn't be easy on any bridge. I remember lots of blue times tightening strings on tuners. Making mistakes . . . . This is part of our learning process. My rule, change strings only when necessary! I don't like the job and would rather add strap buttons any day. Thanks for your comment! I especially like the tip at the end. I like the old school bridges where you tie a know and slip the string directly into the bridge. No tie down! Rich

[@idkillforcill]

This method would be suitable for a transparent ukulele

[@robertciupak563]

How are you doing? It's been awhile since I watched you on utube. Hope all is well, Bob

[@richdavis4007]

All is very well, thank you! I can play and sing better than when I made this video, which I was done several years ago. Every day I post three videos. Better and better! Rich😊😊

[@GaiasGreenGirls]

My question is ... I have the Aklot Tenor 8-String ... same unusual bridge ... but my strings are all glued or bound and my busted high-C string neither pushes nor pulls ((to remove)) ... I now have a 7-string and a new Kmise 8-String, which just isn’t as lovely as my Aklot, which I’ll mourn until I manage to fix it. Somehow. I’m building my 4th DIY and this one will be an 8-string, but no monkey-business mess like this Aklot that is bound, glued and impossible! How would you change something so tedious? It’s like a chastity belt for an 8-String!

[@richdavis4007]

I'm afraid you are the expert on the ukulele you have. I never heard of a ukulele that you couldn't change the strings on. Aklot has a Facebook page. I suggest you go there and stir up a little dust. There are probably people there who have experience with your ukulele. Good luck, friend. Rich

[@bumparick4148]

Good morning. Chris at ukestuff.com does a great job of stringing ukes. His recommendation of leaving about one inch of slack on the A and G strings before tightening is one I follow now. Today I may try to set up a nut, saddle and string heights on my Gecko soprano with the twisted neck. That will be a challenge for me. Rick

[@richdavis4007]

It's good to have a reclamation project. I may do some saddle lowering work on my 3 poorly set up Irin sopranos. Good luck! Rich

[@bumparick4148]

Thank you, and good luck to you setting up the Irins. Rick

[@richdavis4007]

@@bumparick4148 😁

[@preppy890]

I just ordered an Aklot Concert Mahogany Ukulele used like new from Amazon for less than $50.00

[@richdavis4007]

That's a great deal on the #1 ukulele I recommend most. Enjoy! Rich

[@preppy890]

@@richdavis4007 Thank you for your videos and your recommendations. I don't have a musical bone in my body, but I enjoy trying.

[@richdavis4007]

@@preppy890 My wife, not so kindly, used to say I couldn't sing and she made fun of my ukulele play. She thinks I do pretty good, now. There's hope for us all! 😊

[@diegobejarano261]

why not red strings?

[@richdavis4007]

I don't like them. I had some and they broke quickly.