Ortega Bonfire Tenor Ukulele 8
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 8 strings in courses (Gg-Cc-EE-AA) for a natural “chorus” effect, ideal for strumming and accompaniment.
- Tenor size (16.93" / 430 mm scale length) offering more projection and sustain than a soprano or concert ukulele.
- Laminated mahogany top, back and sides with black ABS binding for a warm tone and excellent stability.
- Designed for beginners: comfortable neck, 38 mm / 1.50" nut width and 18 frets for easy playability.
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Essential Information About the Ortega Bonfire RU4 Tenor 8-String Ukulele
- 8 strings in courses (Gg-Cc-EE-AA) for a natural "chorus" effect, ideal for strumming and accompaniment.
- Tenor format (scale length 16.93" / 430 mm) offering more projection and sustain than a soprano or concert.
- Top, back, and sides in laminated mahogany with black ABS purflings for a warm tone and excellent stability.
- Designed for beginners: comfortable neck, nut width 38 mm / 1.50", and 18 frets for easy playability.
The Ortega Bonfire Series: An Accessible Best-Seller
Inspired by the highly appreciated RU5, the ORTEGA Bonfire RU4 incorporates the elements that made the range successful: careful craftsmanship, reliability, and a convincing value for money. This tenor 8-string version adds a broader sonic texture without sacrificing the simplicity that made the Bonfire series renowned.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Perfect for beginners and intermediate players seeking an expressive ukulele for singing, pop, folk, or Hawaiian sounds. The doubled courses provide volume and brightness in rhythmic playing while remaining precise in fingerpicking for intimate arrangements.
The Sound
The laminated mahogany top, back, and sides deliver warm mids, soft highs, and a balanced response, ideal for daily playing. The tenor format offers more air, projection, and generous sustain. The 8-string setup combines octave and unison pairs that create a very musical "sparkling" brilliance, thickening each chord without muddiness. The black walnut fingerboard and bridge add a crisp attack and clear articulation.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To protect and maintain your RU4, choose a tenor-sized gig bag or hard case, a clip-on chromatic tuner, a capo for tenor ukulele, and a set of Ortega UNY-8-TE 8-string tenor strings to preserve original tension and tuning stability.
Technical specifications
| Format | tenor | Frets | 18 |
| Top | mahogany (laminated) | Bridge | black walnut |
| Back & sides | mahogany (laminated) | Tuners | black with black buttons |
| Purflings | black ABS | Strings | Ortega UNY-8-TE |
| Wood | okoumé | Tuning | Gg-Cc-EE-AA |
| Scale length | 16.93" / 430 mm | Number of strings | 8 |
| Nut width | 1.50" / 38 mm | Series | Bonfire |
| Fingerboard | black walnut | Feature | tenor 8-string ukulele |
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does the 8-string setup bring to this tenor ukulele?
The Gg-Cc-EE-AA setup combines octave and unison pairs, producing a shimmering brightness on chords. The laminated mahogany body adds warm mids and soft highs.
What is the tuning of the Ortega Bonfire Tenor 8-string ukulele?
The indicated tuning is Gg-Cc-EE-AA, arranged over four pairs of two strings.
Is this 8-string tenor ukulele suitable for beginners?
This model is intended for beginners as well as intermediate players. The tenor size offers a scale length of 430 mm and a nut width of 38 mm. Its 18 frets allow for playing songs, pop, folk, and Hawaiian sounds.
Which strings should be used to replace the originals?
The recommended replacement strings are the Ortega UNY-8-TE, designed for an 8-string tenor ukulele. This reference maintains the original tension and tuning stability.
Which case is suitable for this tenor ukulele?
A tenor-sized gig bag or hard case is recommended for this model. A clip-on chromatic tuner and a capo for tenor ukulele are also listed as compatible accessories.
