AudioFu Chart · November 2026
Best Baritone Ukuleles for Blues 2026
The top pick is Kala MK-B Makala Series Baritone Ukulele ($133). Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 42 models across 8 brands, prices checked every night.
Last updated: November 11, 2026
Top 10
Full detail for the 10 highest AudioFu Index scores. Every other model is listed below.
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Kala MK-B Makala Series Baritone Ukulele
Makala MK-B Baritone Ukulele · Kala
10 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale510 mm (20.08")
- Frets18 frets
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
You get a baritone ukulele made of mahogany, with a rosewood fingerboard and 18 nickel silver frets. It has a 510 mm scale and comes with a gig bag, so you can carry it easily. It suits you if you want a larger ukulele in a natural satin finish.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give a consistent wood build
- Rosewood fingerboard paired with 18 nickel silver frets
- Comes with a baritone gig bag (UB-B) included
Cons
- Plastic nut and bridge rather than bone or other materials
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Index↓ 7.8%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$145 · Aug 17$133 now$133€119 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
This is a baritone ukulele, so it tunes lower than a regular uke and has a longer scale. It has a solid mahogany top, back and sides, with an ebony fingerboard and bone nut and saddle. If you want a ukulele with a lower range and a solid wood build, you'll find it a good fit.
Pros
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides give the body a solid wood build
- Mahogany neck paired with an ebony fingerboard for a smooth playing surface
- Nickel silver frets and bone nut and saddle add classic, durable parts
79AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$504 now$504€449 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
KA-CT-SA-BG Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
If you want a ukulele that plays a bit lower than the usual kind, this baritone is worth a look. It has a solid acacia top, back, and sides, plus a mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard. It also comes with a gig bag, so it is easy to carry to practice or a jam.
Pros
- Solid acacia top, back and sides give it an all-acacia build
- Mahogany neck paired with an ebony fingerboard
- Bone nut and saddle for a clean string path
Cons
- At a 20.25" scale and 779 mm total length, it is bigger than a standard ukulele
79AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$604 now$604€539 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
CT-SSRW-BG-C Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale514 mm (20.24")
- Frets19 frets
- FingerboardEbony fingerboard
This is a baritone ukulele with a solid spruce top and solid rosewood back and sides. It has a 20.25 inch scale, bone nut and saddle, and comes with a gig bag. It suits you if you want the lower, bigger range of a baritone and a bag to carry it in.
Pros
- Solid spruce top gives the body a solid wood foundation
- Solid rosewood back and sides with purpleheart binding for a finished look
- Bone nut and saddle with 19 nickel silver frets
Cons
- The 20.25 inch scale makes it a larger instrument than a standard ukulele
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Kala KA-B Baritone Ukulele
KALA KA-BE Baritone Ukulele · Kala
13 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
This is a baritone ukulele made of mahogany, with a rosewood fretboard, a built-in Kala pickup, and a gig bag included. It is tuned lower than a standard ukulele, so it suits you if you want a deeper sound or plan to plug into an amp. If you want an instrument you can play and plug in right away, this one is a good pick.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give it an all-mahogany build
- Built-in Kala UK-300TR electronics let you plug straight into an amp
- GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge give the strings a smooth-running path
Cons
- Scale length of 20.06 inches is longer than a standard ukulele, so chord shapes may feel different at first
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$290 now$290€259 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with a striking exotic wood look, this one fits the bill. It has a ziricote top, back and sides, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fretboard, plus 18 frets and a GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge. Because it has no electronics listed, it suits you best if you play it acoustically and want the larger baritone size with a bag included.
Pros
- Ziricote top and back and sides give it a distinctive exotic wood look
- Mahogany neck paired with a rosewood fretboard
- GraphTech NuBone nut and bridge included from the factory
Cons
- Acoustic only, with no pickup or electronics listed
- Baritone scale of 20.06 inches is larger than a standard soprano or concert ukulele
76AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$358 now$358€319 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale510 mm (20.08")
- FingerboardRosewood fingerboard
If you want a baritone ukulele with solid mahogany wood and a pickup for plugging in, this one fits the bill. It has a 20-inch scale, so it plays a bit like a small guitar, and it comes with a gig bag so you can take it along. It suits a player who wants a plugged-in uke with a solid mahogany build.
Pros
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides give it a classic wood build
- Fishman Kula System pickup lets you plug it into an amp or PA
- Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for a bone-style nut and saddle
Cons
- At 510 mm scale and 768 mm total length, it is a large ukulele for small hands
76AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$470 now$470€419 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-BE Mahogany Baritone Ukulele
KA-B Satin Mahogany Baritone · Kala
7 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with a natural satin mahogany look, this one is worth a look. It has mahogany on the top, back, sides and neck, a rosewood fretboard, and 18 frets. It comes with a baritone gig bag and Aquila Super Nylgut strings, so you can start playing right away.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back, sides and neck give a classic all-wood build
- Rosewood fretboard with cream binding adds a classic look
- GraphTech NuBone nut and saddle help the strings sit well
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$201 now$201€179 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Kala KA-BE Mahogany Baritone Ukulele
KA-BG Gloss Mahogany Baritone · Kala
7 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
- Scale509 mm (20.04")
- Frets18 frets
If you want a baritone ukulele with an all-mahogany build and a high gloss natural finish, this one is worth a look. Its longer scale gives you more room on the neck than a standard ukulele, so it suits you if you want a little more space to play. It comes with a bag and Aquila Super Nylgut strings already fitted, so you can start playing right away.
Pros
- Mahogany top, back and sides give it an all-mahogany build
- Mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard
- GraphTech NuBone bridge and ABS Composite nut for string seating
Cons
- Its 509 mm (20 1/16") scale length is longer than a standard ukulele, so it may feel different at first
67AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$223 now$223€199 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
- Scale514.4 mm (20.25")
- Frets18 frets
This is a baritone ukulele, so it is tuned lower and has a longer neck than most ukes. It is built with a solid mahogany top, back and sides, an ebony fingerboard and abalone detail, and it comes with a deluxe gig bag. It suits you if you want a larger uke with a classy look and a bag to carry it in.
Pros
- Solid mahogany top, back and sides give it an all-wood build
- Ebony fingerboard with white mother-of-pearl and abalone inlays
- Eighteen nickel silver frets along the neck
Cons
- Scale length of 20.25 inches is longer than a standard ukulele, so the neck may feel different at first
67AudioFu
IndexStableno change since Sep 11Sep 11$604 now$604€539 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗
All 42 baritone ukuleles
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Flight Aviator Galaxy Baritone BL CEFlight · 2 finishes61Stable$425€379$425€379Check ↗
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Baton Rouge V2-B8 sunBaton Rouge · 2 finishes58Stable$201€179$201€179Check ↗
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Kala KA-15 B Baritone UkuleleKala54Stable$167€149$167€149Check ↗
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Flight Pathfinder Red BaritoneFlight54Stable$335€299$335€299Check ↗
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Flight Maia Baritone EQ-A RosewoodFlight54Stable$391€349$391€349Check ↗
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Flight Maia 8 Steel String Bari EQ-AFlight54Stable$403€359$403€359Check ↗
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Ortega RU5CE-BA BaritoneOrtega · 2 finishes53Stable$156€139$156€139Check ↗
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Flight Maia Luxe Baritone EQ-AFlight52↓ 1.7%$593€529$593€529Check ↗
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Flight NUB310 Baritone UkuleleFlight51Stable$122€109$122€109Check ↗
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Flight Pathfinder Baritone Ocean BlueFlight51Stable$347€309$347€309Check ↗
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Kala Solid Spruce Travel BaritoneKala51Stable$358€319$358€319Check ↗
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Flight Aviator Baritone Mango CEFlight51Stable$369€329$369€329Check ↗
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Kala KA-CM-BE Curly Mango Barit UkeKala51Stable$380€339$380€339Check ↗
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Flight Lily Baritone EQ-A SteelStringFlight51Stable$403€359$403€359Check ↗
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Flight Aviator QM Baritone CEFlight51Stable$425€379$425€379Check ↗
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Flight Navigator Baritone EQ-A SBFlight51Stable$610€544$610€544Check ↗
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Flight Fireball EQ-A Baritone UkuleleFlight51Stable$691€616$691€616Check ↗
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Ortega RUOX-BAOrtega49Stable$178€159$178€159Check ↗
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Flight Nighthawk Baritone EQ-A BKFlight49↓ 8.0%$412€367$412€367Check ↗
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Kala KA-TEAK-B Teak Bariton UkuleleKala48Stable$156€139$156€139Check ↗
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Flight Iris Baritone Ukulele BKFlight48Stable$196€175$196€175Check ↗
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Kala Teak Tri-Top Baritone UkuleleKala48Stable$212€189$212€189Check ↗
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Kala KA-TEAK-BE Baritone UkuleleKala48Stable$223€199$223€199Check ↗
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Flight Nomad BaritoneFlight48Stable$380€339$380€339Check ↗
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Flight Aurora Baritone EQ-AFlight48Stable$380€339$380€339Check ↗
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Flight 4SB Sammy Turton BaritoneFlight48Stable$593€529$593€529Check ↗
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Kala Baritone Ukulele with CutawayKala48Stable$649€579$649€579Check ↗
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Cascha Ukulele Mahogany BaritoneCascha46↓ 5.0%$127€113$127€113Check ↗
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Kala Makala KA-SSEBY-B Baritone UkuleleKala Makala46Stable$436€389$436€389Check ↗
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Kamaka Baritone HF-4Kamaka46Stable$2,354€2,099$2,354€2,099Check ↗
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Kala Makala KA-AM-B-CE Baritone UkuleleKala Makala43Stable$212€189$212€189Check ↗
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Thomann Baritone EU Ukulele with PUThomann37Stable$201€179$201€179Check ↗
Baritone Ukuleles by the numbers
Measured across all 45 models we track, not a sample.
Median $369 — half of all baritone ukuleles here cost less.
median of 32 models · 485 mm (19.09")–514 mm (20.24")
median of 35 models · 18–19
median of 22 models · 38 mm (1.5")–38 mm (1.5")
most common · 26 models
How to choose the best baritone ukuleles
Tonewood
Mahogany's the go-to for that warm, woody foundation you need for blues. Koa can work, but it tends to be brighter and might require more EQ to tame. Avoid anything overly figured or exotic - those are often just cosmetic and don't necessarily translate to better tone.
Scale Length
Longer scale lengths (around 20 inches) give you more sustain and a tighter low end, which is crucial for cutting through a band. Shorter scales can feel more comfortable, but you'll lose some of that low-end thump.
Nut Width
A wider nut width (1.5 inches or more) gives you more string spacing, making it easier to play bluesy bends and complex chord voicings without muting adjacent strings. It's a small thing, but it makes a big difference in playability.
Bracing Pattern
Heavier bracing, especially fan bracing, helps to project sound and adds a bit of stiffness for better note definition. Blues isn't about a floppy, airy sound; it needs some punch and clarity.
Pickup Voicing (if applicable)
If you're planning on plugging in, the pickup voicing is vital. Look for something with a darker, more natural tone, avoiding anything overly bright or ice-picky. A little bit of natural breakup when driven is a bonus - that's where the grit comes from.
Buying guide
So, you want to lay down some blues on a baritone uke? Smart move. It's a surprisingly expressive instrument for that genre, offering a deeper, richer tone than your standard soprano. But not every baritone uke is built for that soulful, gritty vibe. We're gonna cut through the noise and look at what makes a baritone uke truly sing the blues - it's not just about the size, it's about the wood, the build, and how it responds to your touch.
Don't fall for the 'big size = big tone' trap. A cheap baritone uke will still sound cheap, just in a lower register. Pay attention to the nut width - a narrow nut will seriously hamper your blues playing.
Solid wood construction is almost mandatory; laminate ukes just don't have the same responsiveness or warmth. And honestly, if you're serious about blues, budget for a decent setup - a proper intonation and comfortable action will elevate the playing experience.
How the AudioFu Index works
Five measured signals and nothing else — no stars from strangers, no “tested by experts” we didn’t do. The weights are fixed and public. We don’t play these instruments; we measure the market around them.
This chart covers 45 baritone ukuleles from the Thomann catalogue. Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.
AudioFu earns a commission when you buy through our Thomann links. It never changes the order — the index does.
- Demand40%
How many of this exact model are for sale on Reverb right now — what musicians actually buy and resell.
- Lineup20%
How many finishes Thomann stocks — makers expand the models that sell.
- Price15%
Where the price has moved since we started tracking in August.
- Specs15%
How completely the maker documents it.
- Maker10%
How deep the brand’s range is in this category.
Questions
Can I use a soprano uke for blues?
Technically, yes, but you'll be fighting against the instrument's limitations. The high register will make it tough to get that low-end growl and the overall tone will be too bright. It's like trying to cook a steak in a toaster oven.
What kind of amp should I use?
A clean amp with a bit of headroom is a good starting point. Fender amps (like a Deluxe Reverb) or Vox AC amps are popular choices. But don't be afraid to experiment with pedals - overdrive, compression, and even a little bit of tremolo can add a lot of character.
Are baritone ukes hard to tune?
They can be a little trickier than smaller ukes due to the increased string tension. A good set of strings and a reliable tuner are essential. You might also need to adjust the truss rod periodically to compensate for changes in humidity.
What's the difference between a baritone uke and a guitar?
The tuning is the biggest difference. Baritone ukes are typically tuned D-G-B-E, like the top four strings of a guitar. The smaller scale length and lighter strings give it a different feel and a unique sonic character - it's not just a guitar with a different tuning.
I'm a beginner. Is a baritone uke a good choice?
It can be, but the larger size and increased string tension might be a bit challenging initially. Start with some basic chords and strumming patterns, and focus on developing your technique. It's a rewarding instrument to learn, but be patient with yourself.
