by Stefan Harder
What do we need to do this ?
Now, there are some decisions to make: Where will I install the buttons ?
This position is mandatory. Most Ukulele’s come already with a strap button installed in this position.
If your Ukulele hasn’t already one installed, you could do it by following the instructions below.
At the neck we got 2 options:
1st At the joint of the body and the neck
2nd At the Headstock
If you like to have the button installed at the headstock, you should check, that the wood ist thick enough to accomodate the srew, that came with the strap button. You might have to get a shorter one, if it is too long
Step 1 – Masking
I decdided to put the strap button next to the body, so I applied some masking tape on that area to be sure not to scratch my instrument with the tools and to have the option to make markings on it.
Step 2 – Measure & drill
You have to to measure the area,
to find the middle to install the
button centered on the instrument
and the drill a small hole into the
neckjoint. Not to deep (approx. 2/3
of the srews lenghts), so that the
srcew could thighten on the joint.
Step 3 – Screw
Now screw the button thight into that hole and you’re done.
Have yourself a cup of coffee (or tea, or whatever you like) and enjoy your self installed strap button.
