--- product_id: 8658253 title: "AQ-15" brand: "aquila" price: "¥6186" currency: JPY in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8658253-aq-15 store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Superior tone & clarity Low G string for tenor ukes Stable tuning in all conditions AQ-15 **Brand:** aquila **Price:** ¥6186 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your ukulele game with the sound pros swear by! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AQ-15 by aquila - **How much does it cost?** ¥6186 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8658253-aq-15) ## Best For - aquila enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aquila brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Authentic Gut Feel:** Experience the warm, responsive playability of genuine gut with the durability of modern synthetics. - • **Ready-to-Play Low G:** Includes a specially wound low G string designed for tenor ukuleles, so you’re set to impress immediately. - • **Precision Intonation:** Balanced string tension ensures clean, consistent notes across every fret for flawless play. - • **Richer, Professional Sound:** Nylgut composite strings deliver unmatched tone and projection, elevating your ukulele performance. - • **Moisture-Resistant Stability:** Engineered to resist humidity and temperature changes, keeping your tuning rock-solid all day long. ## Overview Aquila AQ-15 Nylgut ukulele strings combine innovative synthetic materials to deliver superior tone, stable tuning, and authentic gut-like feel. Designed for tenor ukuleles with a wound low G string, this 4-string set offers moisture resistance and precise intonation, making it the go-to choice for serious players seeking professional-quality sound and playability. ## Description The world’s most renowned ukulele string maker introduces new Nylgut ukulele strings and is Aquila’s first product to be developed in house to be its own proprietary design. Nylgut strings were developed by blending three different synthetic components to make a composite material that sounds better and stays in tune better than standard nylon strings, but with the feel and playability of genuine gut. An added feature of this exclusive composite material is that is was designed to absorb less moisture than other strings; which greatly improves intonation and tuning accuracy. Compared to standard Nylon strings, New Nylgut strings have a density similar to gut, but provides an even more refined sound; eliminating the characteristic metallic-like tones often found in other synthetic designs. For the best sounding synthetic gut string for ukuleles, that still gives the player the feel of genuine gut, Aquila New Nylgut are the perfect choice! ## Features - RICHER SOUND: New Nylgut strings deliver superior tone, projection, and clarity, outperforming traditional nylon or PVDF strings for a professional-level playing experience. - SWEET TONE: Designed to mimic the feel and warm tonal characteristics of genuine gut strings, providing excellent responsiveness and smooth playability. - STABLE TUNING: Moisture-resistant composite construction ensures reliable tuning stability across varying humidity and temperature conditions. - PRECISE INTONATION: Varying string densities create balanced tension and improved fret accuracy, delivering consistent, clean notes across the entire fingerboard. - LOW G READY: Wound low G string designed specifically for tenor ukuleles, sold as a complete 4-string set for easy installation and immediate playability. - STRETCHING IS NORMAL: Aquila ukulele strings are made from the highest quality nylon available; and when new, will stretch significantly until settled. This is completely normal. To help them stretch faster, gently pull the strings while tuning the instrument and repeat this process as necessary until they hold the appropriate note. - Learn More: To discover the fantastic features of this product, see the Product Description below. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MXUIXNG | | Best Sellers Rank | #33,592 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #243 in Ukulele Accessories | | Body Material Type | Synthetic | | Brand Name | Aquila | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Color | White | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (693) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00688382029163 | | Included Components | 4 ukulele strings (including 1 wound low G string) | | Instrument | Ukulele | | Item Type Name | Ukulele Strings | | Manufacturer | Aquila | | Manufacturer Part Number | AQ-15 | | Material Type | Nylgut | | Model Name | AQ-15 | | Model Number | AQ-15 | | Recommended Uses For Product | General ukulele playing | | Set Name | 4-string set | | Sound Profile | Rich, Warm, Clear | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nylgut | | UPC | 804879314035 688382029163 | | Warranty Description | 1 year limited. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Aquila - **Color:** White - **Instrument:** Ukulele - **String Gauge:** Light - **String Material Type:** Nylgut ## Images ![AQ-15 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91-b33eqw4L.jpg) ![AQ-15 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OC-4soQjL.jpg) ![AQ-15 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Uj1p25qcL.jpg) ![AQ-15 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GFF6-pgrL.jpg) ![AQ-15 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tUcR+duNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can these strings do a mandolin tuning for a Uke. If not what would you recommend ??** A: Mandolin tuning is GDAE, not GDEA. Mando standard tuning is G3-D4-A4-E5 and typically has a 13" to 13 7/8" scale and have as many as 29 frets Tenor "low G" tuning is G3-C4-E4-A4 and use a scale that's about 17" and have 17 to 19 frets. The difference in scale length has some additional challenges. You can probably bring the C4 string up to D4 pretty easily. You'll need to lower the E4 string to A4, which means you'll probably need a thicker string and may need to open up the slot on the nut or risk cracking the nut. The real challenge will be bringing the A(4) string up more than an octave to E(5). As far as "can you do it?" goes: yes, you can bring the uke up to mandolin tuning, but it adds a lot of stress to the instrument that it wasn't designed for (depending on the instrument, you can collapse the top or tear off the bridge). You'll also find that the nylon strings won't like being pulled that taut and they'll stretch and/or break. A steel string will give you a better shot at achieving an E(5) pitch, but you risk damaging the instrument. **Q: What low G Aquila strings are all nylgut?** A: The low G is a wound string making it thin enough that you won’t need to file the nut. Once stretched out they sound fantastic. **Q: My tenor uke is new. Can I just replace the 4th string with a low G string** A: You can get a classical guitar D string, and use that as a low G string. You'll have to cut quite a bit of it off. **Q: What is it mean by a "set"? Is it just the 4 strings or 4 sets of 4 strings? I see other products not marketed as a "set" that come with all 4 strings** A: One set of strings is: four strings that are each the notes for 1A string, 2E string, 3C string and 4G string. They will also be color coded so there is no confusion as to the order they will be strung over the fret board. The soprano, concert and tenor sizes of 'ukuleles can have the option of using a low G steal or a high G string. A low G string will have a fuller guitar sound to it and a high G will be light and bright sounding. Never put all steal strings onto a 'uke . You will crack the neck. Hope this helps. One set equals 4 strings in the package. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8658253-aq-15](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/8658253-aq-15) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-07-06*