How to make Ukulele volume lower?

baoling · Sep 4, 2013

Instead of strumming lightly, how can I make my ukulele volume lower? E.g. putting tissues into sound hole....?

I like to practice Ukulele at night, but I don't want to disturb family/neighbors when they're sleeping.

Freeda · Sep 4, 2013

There's a gadget you can get called a mute.

You can make one cheap. http://sugru.com/us/guides/how-to-make-a-practice-mute-for-your-ukulele

But sticking some socks in the hole is simplest.

Or buy a Teton.

baoling · Sep 4, 2013

Thank you so much Freeda!

Freeda said:
There's a gadget you can get called a mute.

You can make one cheap. http://sugru.com/us/guides/how-to-make-a-practice-mute-for-your-ukulele

But sticking some socks in the hole is simplest.

Or buy a Teton.

Ukejenny · Sep 4, 2013

I've looked online for a ukulele mute and haven't found one. What are they called and who makes them?

mm stan · Sep 4, 2013

Yes a socks in the soundhole is the easiest way to dampen the volume....happy strummings..

itsme · Sep 4, 2013

You could cut a piece of sponge and put it underneath the strings right in front of the bridge. A sock or washcloth would work, too.

addicted2myuke · Sep 12, 2013

I just gently strum with my thumb. It's very silent and sounds soothing as well.

ncbackwoods · Sep 12, 2013

its a good thing ukuleles sound happy even if the person trying to play it doesnt have a clue what they are doing. I am a noob so dont take that as an insult.

The Old Gig Bag · Sep 12, 2013

Saw this mute on You Tube entitled HOT TIPS from TOP UKE STARS. He has a neat mute on his banjole. That's the kind I would like to have but haven't found out where to purchase one. Of course I can locate a pair of socks much more easily ha ha

Ukejenny · Sep 12, 2013

I made one from some dense foam. Cut a piece out, marked it with the strings, and cut slots for the strings to fit in partially. It slips right over the strings and dampens the sound.

Squintz · Sep 14, 2013

you could try this

http://youtu.be/BP1-OnBc6gQ

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