UKE Republic Ukuleles

  New Arrival The beauty and durability of Carbon Fiber Introducing a new brand to UKE Republic, KLŌS Ukuleles. New to UKE Republic is the Full Carbon Fiber Tenor Ukulele and the Hybrid Carbon Fiber Tenor Ukulele.  The KLŌS Full Carbon Fiber Tenor ukulele is durable, lightweight, and has a big, bold sound. Features a carbon fiber neck for extra durability. The acoustic-Electric model includes the KLOS branded pickup with an integrated tuner. The KLŌS Hybrid Tenor ukulele is durable, lightweight, and sounds great. Features a wood neck with carbon fiber stiffening rods to prevent warping. These ukes are guaranteed to delight with their sweet tones and delicate sustain. UKE Republic includes pro setup for optimal sound and playability. KLŌS HYBRID CARBON FIBER TENOR UKULELE W/ GIG BAG The KLŌS Hybrid Tenor ukulele is durable, lightweight, and sounds great. Feat... Buy Now KLŌS FULL CARBON FIBER TENOR UKULELE W/ P/U, GIG BAG The KLŌS Carbon Fiber Tenor uku...

UKE Republic here to deliver this most important Public Service Announcement to all ukulele players; Humidify, Humidify, Humidify your ukulele! And here's why: Low humidity levels can be highly damaging to ukuleles, as they can cause the wood to become dry and brittle. This can lead to cracks and other structural damage, which can significantly affect the sound and playability of the instrument. In addition, low humidity can cause the strings to lose their tension, resulting in poor intonation and a less pleasant playing experience. One of the most common causes of low humidity levels in ukuleles is exposure to extreme temperatures and changes in humidity. This can include exposure to forced heating systems commonly used in homes and buildings to keep us warm during the colder months. While these systems are essential for maintaining a comfortable environment, they can also have a negative impact on the humidity levels in a room, leading to dry air and potentially damaging your uku...

The Sound of Wood: How Tonewoods Shape Your Instrument’s Voice ( And Why Some Age Like a Fine Wine ) When it comes to acoustic instruments—especially ukuleles—the wood isn’t just decorative. It’s the voice box, the emotional engine, and the reason why no two instruments are truly the same. Whether you're chasing a bright island jangle or a warm, smoky croon, your tonewood sets the mood. And it’s not just about the type of wood—it's also about how it’s crafted. Let’s break down the different types of tonewoods , how solid vs. laminate construction impacts your sound, and why your uke actually gets better the more you play it. 🌳 Solid vs. Laminate: What's the Real Difference? Solid tonewood means the top (and sometimes the back and sides) is made from a single cut of wood—no layers, no tricks. This wood vibrates freely, delivering natural resonance and a tone that matures over time. Yes, you heard that right—solid wood instruments “open up,” becoming warmer, richer...

Why UKE Republic’s Pro Setup Sets the Standard Every Dealer Has Their Setup Schtick—Here’s Ours Since 2007, UKE Republic has earned its reputation by doing one thing exceptionally well: delivering expert ukulele setups that make every instrument sing . Other dealers have their reasons for how they handle setups—their own approach, their “schtick.” But here at UKE Republic, we’ve refined a method rooted in decades of hands-on experience and a commitment to real quality and playability. Because not all ukuleles are equal, and not all setups are created equal. How Other Dealers Approach Setup Some dealers aim for ultra-low action as a selling point, but that often leads to buzzing—especially on baritone ukuleles, which many dealers avoid because they’re tricky to set up right. Others tier their setup services—charging more for better setups or offering to push your order to the front of the queue for a fee. And some don’t do the setups themselves, farming the work out to third part...

Did you know that UKE Republic will post a newsletter from time to time? The same goes for a blog post. Keeping up with all the social media outlets, newsletters, and blog posts is a full-time job. That would require us to hire more staff, causing a domino effect and essentially having to pass any added expenses onto our customers. We don't want to do that. The best way to keep up with the latest news with UKE Republic is to follow us on Facebook. There, we have spontaneous live feeds whenever Mike gets a wild hair, and it's what works for us.   Our newsletter informs our ukulele ohana of the latest models, upcoming events, featured products, sales, and promotional items. We individually put the newsletter together; these are not produced by a third-party automatic service. In other words, we won't jam up your email with newsletters and ads. You will occasionally hear from us from time to time with relevant content. If you like this avenue of insight and information, please...

HAPPY FRIDAY FROM UKE REPUBLIC Week of July 10 - 15! FACEBOOK LIVE! NEW PRODUCT UPDATE! THIS JUST IN AT UKE REPUBLIC! NEW! Kala Solid Body Tenor Ukuleles in Maple and Acacia. KALA KA-SB-MAP-T SOLID BODY MAPLE (also in acacia) TENOR UKULELE W/ BAG The performer’s dream, the all-new Kala Solid Body Electric Ukulele brings a new dimension to ukulele recording, studio use, and amplified play. With the same traditional playability, light tension feel, and classic ukulele tone as the best of our acoustic offerings, this new Kala collection utilizes a fully-solid body design and powerful pickup to create the ideal instrument for performers across genres. The perfect ukulele counterpart on-stage to the Electric Guitar and Electric Bass, this unique instrument can be played clean or paired seamlessly with external effects such as Chorus, Delay, and Distortion — all without the concerns of audio feedback. FEATURES: Tenor Scale Solid Maple Body ( Also in Acacia ) ALSO NEW AT UKE REPUBLIC! KALA UK...

Let's join Mike 👨 at UKE Republic for this week's Happy Friday recap of what's NEW at UKE Republic. Tune in every Friday evening around 5:30 ish to catch Mike LIVE on our FaceBook Page.  These featured ukuleles are available for purchase at UKE Republic , where Pro Setup is ALWAYS included! KALA KA-CB-DECO-C ART DECO CIGAR BOX CONCERT UKULELE W/ BAG Join the Cigar Box instrument movement! Kala’s homage to this innovative era of grassroots luthiery, our new Cigar Box Ukulele collection, brings this old-school bluesy practice to the world of ukulele with two original designs:  Art Deco  and  Victorian. With  Art Deco , jubilant personality blooms from this thoughtful, polished framework! The Cigar Box Ukulele is where ornate design meets quirky ingenuity. This model comes in a traditional rectangular “Cigar Box” body shape with Meranti wood construction and a detailed laser-etch design top. **UKE Republic includes Pro Setup for optimal sound and playability. FEA...

🍍🍍🍍Pineapples! Pineapples! Pineapples! Perhaps you own one or two in your own personal collection or maybe you've thought about trying one out and wanted to know something about them. To start the pineapple's design was patented first by Samuel K. Kamaka in Hawaii, in 1928. The design and style proved to be popular and over the years others have produced their own pineapple-styled ukulele in various scales and tonewoods. Some that we carry are Kala, Makala, Ohana, Kamoa, Mainland Ukes, Pono, Ko Aloha, Ko'olau, Makai, Magic Fluke's Flea and sort of a pineapple shape from Pepe Romero's Tiny Tenor . Tone-wise it seems the pineapple shape produces more bass than the traditional figure-eight shaped ukuleles. Using a variety of tonewoods changes the sound as it would with any other ukulele. mahogany and Koa tend to produce the warmest tone with mango adding a bit more treble. Very lively sounds are coming from the spruce and cedar tops. The sizes UKE Republi...

Ukuleles Anatomy & Sizes When you say “ukulele,” most people picture the classic, small soprano—the original “ukulele sound” that made waves in the 1920s and ’30s. But ukuleles come in a variety of sizes, each bringing its own personality, tone, and playability. Whether you want bright and punchy or deep and mellow, there’s a uke out there for you. Let’s break down the ukulele anatomy and all the sizes—from tiny sopranissimos to full-bodied baritones—so you can find your perfect match. The Ukulele’s Key Parts: Know Your Instrument Before we dive in, a quick tour of the parts that make your uke hum: Body: The hollow chamber (top, back, sides) that produces sound. Neck: Connects the body to the headstock and supports the fretboard. Headstock: Houses the tuning pegs. Tuners: Let you tune your strings precisely. Nut: Guides strings at the top of the fretboard, keeping them spaced. Fretboard: The surface where your fingers press strings to change notes. F...