Alvarez RU22S
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Essential Information About the Alvarez Regent RU22S Ukulele
Essential Information About the Alvarez Regent RU22S Ukulele
- Compact and ultra-light soprano format, ideal for beginners, traveling, and playing anywhere.
- Mahogany construction (top, back, and sides) for a warm, clear, and balanced sound.
- Bone nuts (headstock and bridge) and closed tuners for reliable tuning stability and good vibration transmission.
- Satin natural finish, Techwood fingerboard, and 17 frets for smooth and comfortable playing.
Manufacturer Information
Alvarez
https://www.alvarezguitars.com
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Hol Music Dral SLU
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The Regent Series: Alvarez's Approach to a Simple Yet Refined Instrument
The RU22S embodies the spirit of Alvarez's Regent series: offering an accessible ukulele that is well set up and enjoyable from the first moment. It features deliberately streamlined luthiery focused on essentials (proven woods, clean assembly, satin finish), with the traditional soprano format highlighting the instrument's "singing" and immediate character.
A Soprano for Quick Learning, Easy Accompaniment, and Portability
The Alvarez Regent RU22S is primarily aimed at beginners and casual musicians seeking a reliable, hassle-free instrument. It also works very well as a backup ukulele for guitarists or experienced players due to its compact size. Its bright register suits pop, folk, chanson, bossa, strumming accompaniment, as well as light fingerpicking. The short scale length facilitates chord playing and reduces fatigue, even during long sessions.
Sound
With its mahogany body, the RU22S emphasizes warm midrange, soft attack, and even response-qualities highly appreciated in a soprano. The fan bracing contributes to a responsive top, providing clear projection and natural sustain for both simple melodies and rhythmic playing. The combination of the 13.5" / 344 mm scale length and Aquila Nylgut strings enhances brightness and precision, delivering an immediately musical tone perfect for vocal accompaniment or small acoustic ensembles.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To transport and protect the instrument, choose a soprano-sized gig bag corresponding to an overall length of about 20.9" / 530 mm. For maintenance and string replacement, a soprano string set tuned GCEA (Nylgut type) is an excellent choice, and a clip-on tuner remains practical for quick tuning. A ukulele-specific capo can also be useful if you often play while singing.
Technical specifications
| Type | Soprano ukulele | Neck/body joint | At the 12th fret |
| Top | Mahogany | Tuners | Chrome, oil-bath (closed) |
| Back and sides | African mahogany | Nut | Genuine bone |
| Bracing type | Traditional fan bracing | Saddle | Genuine bone |
| Bridge | Techwood | Strings installed | Aquila Nylgut |
| Finish | Satin natural | Total length | approx. 20.9" / 530 mm |
| Neck wood | Mahogany | Body width | approx. 6.7" / 170 mm |
| Fingerboard | Techwood | Body depth | approx. 2.36" / 60 mm |
| Scale length | 13.5" / 344 mm | Weight | approx. 400 g |
| Number of frets | 17 | Manufacture | Regent Series - Alvarez |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Alvarez RU22S suitable for beginners learning the ukulele?
This model is suitable for beginners thanks to its soprano size and short 344 mm scale length, which makes chord formation easier. The original Aquila Nylgut strings provide a bright and precise response.
What sound does the mahogany body produce?
The mahogany top along with the back and sides made of African mahogany promote warm midtones and a soft attack. The traditional fan bracing supports the top's responsiveness and clear projection.
What are the dimensions of this soprano ukulele?
Measuring approximately 530 mm in total length, 170 mm in body width, and 60 mm in depth, this instrument remains compact. Its weight is around 400 g, making it easy to carry.
What case is recommended for this ukulele?
A case designed for soprano ukuleles and suitable for an approximate length of 530 mm is recommended.
What strings and tuning does the RU22S come with?
The instrument comes equipped with Aquila Nylgut strings. A soprano string set in GCEA tuning can be used for replacement.
