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9.7/10 our score
Best Ukuleles Under 500
Rank | Product Name | Score |
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1 |
Martin Guitar S1 Acoustic Ukulele with Soft Case, Genuine Mahogany Construction, Hand-Rubbed Finish, Soprano Ukulele Neck Shape with Standard Taper |
9. 7 |
2 |
Kala, 4-String Ukulele KA BNJ BK C |
9. 5 |
3 |
Kala KA-KTGE-C Tenor Ukulele - Cutaway w/ EQ Gloss |
9. 1 |
4 |
Kala KA-RES-BRS Tenor Resonator Ukulele - Brass Cover |
8. 8 |
5 |
Lanikai Ukulele (QMNACET) |
8. 6 |
6 |
Kala UBASS-EBY-FL Striped Ebony Fretless U-Bass Acoustic-Electric Ukulele Bass Natural |
8. 2 |
7 |
Kala KA-SA-B Solid Acacia Series Baritone Ukulele - Satin Natural |
8. 0 |
8 |
LAVA U Carbon Fiber Ukulele with Effects Concert Travel Ukulele with Case Pick and Charging Cable (FreeBoost, Sparkle Purple, 23-inch) |
7 .7 |
9 |
Kala Spalted Maple Acoustic-Electric U•BASS |
7. 4 |
10 |
Kala Solid Cedar Top Acacia Baritone 8-String Ukulele |
7. 2 |
1. Martin Guitar S1 Acoustic Ukulele with Soft Case, Genuine Mahogany Construction, Hand-Rubbed Finish, Soprano Ukulele Neck Shape with Standard Taper
9.7/10 our score
- PROFESSIONAL SOUND: The top, back, and sides of Martin’s S1 ukuleles are constructed from genuine mahogany wood. Mahogany allows the ukulele to deliver a sweet, warm, and beautiful sound. The soprano body style complements the solid wood construction by providing soft and pleasing tones, allowing the musician to enjoy the captivating melody.
- SUPERIOR APPEARANCE: The Martin S1 soprano uke is expertly handmade and boasts a genuine mahogany top, back, and sides. Each instrument sports a hand-rubbed finish. It has an applied dovetail neck joint, non-scalloped brace, standard taper neck, and nickel uke peg tuners, making it look as captivating as it sounds.
- PREMIUM HANDMADE UKULELE: Handmade from the highest-quality wood, each Martin ukulele is built to stand up to late-night jams, long studio sessions, outdoor playing, and plenty of strumming or picking. Each wooden ukulele is designed from high-quality materials and delivers unique designs, professional sounds, and enjoyable playing.
- ENHANCED PLAYABILITY: In addition to Martin’s iconic tone, known worldwide, our acoustic ukuleles deliver enhanced playability that makes playing a pleasure, no matter your experience or skill level. Whether you’re playing traditional Hawaiian music, rock, country, folk, or bluegrass, these ukuleles deliver a natural playing experience that you will love.
- MARTIN UKULELES & GUITARS: Martin’s superior ukulele, guitar, and string products remain the choice of musicians around the world for their unrivaled quality, craftsmanship, and tone. Still handmade. Still the standard. Martin instruments are the real deal—not an imitation.
2. Kala, 4-String Ukulele KA BNJ BK C
9.5/10 our score
- Remo Weather King banjo head
- 8" hoop diameter
- Classic stain black finish
- Open back design
- Concert scale length (14-3/4")
3. Kala KA-KTGE-C Tenor Ukulele - Cutaway w/ EQ Gloss
9.1/10 our score
- Body size: TenorTop: Hawaiian koaBack and sides: Hawiian koaTrim: Maple with white and black accentsHeadstock: Slotted with laser-etched mother-of-pearl inlayNeck: MahoganyFingerboard material: rosewoodFingermarkers: White dotsSide markers: Black dotsBridge: RosewoodTuners: Gold Grover open gearNut: Graph Tech NuBoneSaddle: Graph Tech NuBoneStrings:Compatible with D'Addario TitaniumFinish: GlossCase sold separatelyKala UK-300-TR (active system)Features : 2-band EQ with chromatic LED tunerInput Impedanc
- Top: Hawaiian koa
- Back and sides: Hawiian koa
- Trim: Maple with white and black accents
- Headstock: Slotted with laser-etched mother-of-pearl inlay
4. Kala KA-RES-BRS Tenor Resonator Ukulele - Brass Cover
8.8/10 our score
- Body Body type: Resonator uke Cutaway: Non-cutaway Top wood: Mahogany Back & sides: Mahogany Bracing pattern: Info not available Body finish: Satin Orientation: Right handed Neck Neck shape: Info not available Nut width: Info not available Fingerboard: Rosewood Neck wood: Mahogany Scale length: Info not available Number of frets: 18 Neck finish: Satin Electronics Pickup/preamp: No Brand: Not appl
- The totally re-designed 2014 Kala Resonator Uke features a lightweight aluminum resonator cone crafted into a figured, mahogany body, resulting in a distinctive voice and appearance
- These are serious ukes that need to be heard
- The Kala Tenor Resonator is available in two unique models, a vintage vin brass resonator cover or chrome resonator cover
- Either way, you'll get a great looking and sounding instrument
5. Lanikai Ukulele (QMNACET)
8.6/10 our score
- Deluxe Grover Chrome open back tuners for tuning accuracy and keeping the headstock light for player comfort
- NuBone XB nut and saddle for maximum Sustain and best tone
- Wide comfortable neck profile for player comfort
- Chrome strap buttons are standard for safety and comfort
- Glossy stained quilted Maple ukuleles add a bit of color - Red (sun), natural (Sand) and Blue (surf) with pickup - ideal for stage or recording
6. Kala UBASS-EBY-FL Striped Ebony Fretless U-Bass Acoustic-Electric Ukulele Bass Natural
8.2/10 our score
- Sht-scale Acoustic-electric Ukulele Bass
- Fishman Electronics - Striped Ebony
- Rosewood Fingerboard
- with Ebony Top
- Mahogany Neck
7. Kala KA-SA-B Solid Acacia Series Baritone Ukulele - Satin Natural
8/10 our score
- Baritone Ukulele with Acacia Body
- Walnut Fingerboard - Natural
- Mahogany Neck
8. LAVA U Carbon Fiber Ukulele with Effects Concert Travel Ukulele with Case Pick and Charging Cable (FreeBoost, Sparkle Purple, 23-inch)
7.7/10 our score
- Riches Up Your Tone: We invented a new way to let the structure to grew by itself. It uses mechanical simulation and algorithm to create a pattern has up to 142 units bionic structure. It also specifically riches up the bass of the instrument, and moves the soundboard in a more organic way.
- Play with Effects without Plugging In: The FreeBoost technology that lets you change the sound with one finger. The L2 mini developed by LAVA & Double acoustics. It enables you to play with superior sound quality as well the effects like Reverb, Delay & Chorus with or without plugging in. As well the internal mic to receive both a more natural sound and percussive playing.
- Works on Different Conditions: With our patent pending carbon fiber composited AirSonic, you could now bring your LAVA U to anywhere from desert to Iceland. It’s well adapted from Temperature -4°F to 140°F, Humidity 10% to 90%.
- Enjoyable Playing Experience: We refined the manufacturing detail of both the neck and fretboard. Every fretboard is CNC machined with a comfortable curve. We’ve also built in an ultra stiff carbon fiber rod inside the neck to improve the stability and sound.
- Space Case: Specifically designed for LAVA U. Combination of elegant, simplicity and the space-age inspiration. Made with a tough special material and luxurious mould. No compromise on its design, material and craftsmanship.
9. Kala Spalted Maple Acoustic-Electric U•BASS
7.4/10 our score
- Spalted Maple Top, Back & Sides
- Mahogany Neck, Black Binding
- Satin Finish
- Rosewood Fretboard
- Gibag included
10. Kala Solid Cedar Top Acacia Baritone 8-String Ukulele
7.2/10 our score
- SIZE:Baritone
- TOP:Cedar
- BACK & SIDES:Acacia
- BINDING:Rosewood
- NECK:Mahogany
- FINISH:High-Gloss
- FINGERBOARD:Rosewood
- HEADSTOCK:Standard
- STRINGS:Aquila Super Nylgut
- NUT & SADDLE:Graph Tech NuBone