UKE Republic Ukuleles

In today’s ukulele market, partnerships matter more than ever. Some brands truly understand that their dealers are the heart of their success — and their practices reflect it. These are the brands we love working with: They sell through dealers at consistent, fair pricing, allowing local shops to compete while giving players a clear and reliable value,  rather than undermining retailers with conflicting direct-to-consumer deals. If/When offering direct-to-customer sales, they price ethically — respecting the dealer’s role rather than competing directly with their dealers by offering map pricing , free shipping, and rewards programs. They offer models that allow their dealers to offer "add-ons" - giving their players the option, rather than models pre-loaded with strap-buttons . They actively encourage schools, festivals, and customers to connect with local dealers for guidance, instruments, and support, rather than bypassing them for direct sales They keep inventory expectati...

Learning online doesn’t have to feel isolating or piecemeal. Over the years, we’ve watched, tested, heard from the ukulele community about some of the best ukulele lesson platforms out there—those that actually deliver results (not just fluff). Here are five we recommend, plus what real players are saying, and answers to common questions. 1. Rock Class 101 Website: https://rockclass101.com/ What They Offer: Over 700 video lessons across multiple categories: Songs, Courses (technique + theory), Concept Lessons (jamming, improvisation), and Mini Lessons. Rock Class 101 +1 New arrangements every Friday. A community forum and monthly member challenges to keep you motivated. What People Say: One user wrote: “In about 7 months … my sight-reading skills have increased … the ukulele is so much more FUN!”  A review on Ukulele Go praised the “level of detail in the lessons” and the ability to slow down Tab Play Along tools. Ukulele Go On Reddit: “I have tried and enjoyed ...