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 Ukulele Brands We Stand Behind We champion ukulele makers who protect their craft and the integrity of their dealers — not those who cheapen their brand by granting dealership access to bait shops , outdoor outfitters , toy/hobby chains , or beachside souvenir stands . (Your ukulele deserves better than sharing shelf space with fishing worms and novelty flip-flops.) Here’s what the brands we partner with consistently get right: They keep pricing fair and consistent across all dealers, so players get reliable value without the whiplash of conflicting online discounts. If they offer direct-to-consumer sales, they do  so ethically — respecting their dealers rather than  undercutting them with MAP loopholes , free-shipping wars , or reward programs we can’t compete with. They give ...

If you’ve been bitten by the ukulele bug , chances are you’ve heard whispers about the concert size . Bigger than a soprano , smaller than a tenor , the concert ukulele is the Goldilocks of the uke world: not too big, not too small, just right. It balances portability with playability and delivers a sweet, full-bodied tone that’s perfect for strumming, fingerpicking, and everything in between. But here’s the catch: not all concert ukuleles are created equal. And buying one “off the rack” without a proper setup is like buying a surfboard with a flat bottom—you’re not going to get the ride you deserve. That’s where we come in. At UKE Republic , we don’t just sell ukuleles—we curate them. Every brand, every model in our collection is handpicked to give players of all levels an instrument worth playing. And every ukulele gets our Pro Setup , so it arrives ready to perform at its absolute best. No guesswork, no buzzing, no disappointing “straight-from-the-factory” surprises.

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 ...