Simply because it's so compact and comfortable, has a sparkling sound and is relatively easy to pick up and play since it only has four strings, the ukulele is popular with budding and experienced musicians both young and old. However, because it's so small, leaning a ukulele again the wall once you're done playing can be a bit dangerous since it can easily slip and fall to the ground. To keep your uke happy and healthy for longer, it's well worth setting it up with a ukulele stand or wall hook.
Why Get a Stand When I've Got a Gig Bag?
Of course, you could also just keep your ukulele safely tucked away inside a ukulele gig bag, but the problem with that is that, when your ukulele is safely tucked away it's also out of sight, so you're less likely to pick it up and play. Also, why wouldn't you keep your lovely uke on display and keep your gig bag for when you actually need to take your uke to a lesson, a rehearsal or a gig?
A Ukulele Stand or Wall Hook?
You can safely put your ukulele on display in a couple of ways: by sitting it proudly on a ukulele stand, or by suspending it on a wall using a ukulele wall hook. You can also get some pretty good looking stands or hooks these days, so you could pick out a model made from a material and in a shape that matches your uke, so you're getting aesthetics as well as function.
Give Your Ukulele Pride of Place with a Stand
If you're proud of your little four-string sidekick, then why not give it pride of place with a specially-designed ukulele stand, so it's not only safe but always on display. You can also set up and move a stand wherever you want to and, unlike a wall hook, you don't have to drill any holes in the wall to install it. A ukulele stand is also a great accessory for the rehearsal space and on stage.
Safely Hang Your Ukulele On the Wall
If you want to keep your ukulele in a fixed spot, then you might prefer to opt for a wall hook, so you can hang your little instrument on the wall like a work of art. Going for wall hook will also clear some floor space while keeping your uke safely out of the way of any over-enthusiastic toddlers or pets.
Choose the Stand that Suits You: Wood, Metal, a Special Shape?
Here, you'll be able to find plenty of practical metal ukulele stands to choose from, but you could also go for something more chic. Maybe a stand made of cherry wood, walnut, or combination of wood and metal - basically, you should be able to find something that suits both your living room and your ukulele. If you're in need of some other bits and pieces for your ukulele, take a look at our range of ukulele strings, ukulele straps and books.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ukulele Stands & Wall Hooks
Why use a ukulele stand?
The biggest and most obvious benefit of using a ukulele stand is that it stably supports your instrument, so it's not just lying on the floor or leaning against the wall where it's in danger of slipping and falling. Keeping your uke on a stand also keeps it on display, meaning that you'll probably pick it up and play it more often than when it's stashed away in a gig bag. For the same reasons, a uke stand can also be useful on stage.
Which is better? A ukulele stand or wall hook?
If you're a bit tight on space and have any excited toddlers or dogs running around, then it might be wise to mount your ukulele on the wall using a purpose-designed hook. Of course, if you have enough floor space and don't really want to start drilling walls, then a ukulele stand might be the better option.