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Best Tenor Ukuleles 2026

Top-rated tenor ukuleles 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: February 4, 2026 • Next update: February 11, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Blues For Folk For Solo Performance For Fingerstyle For Professional Playing
BRANDS: Kala Flight Ortega Harley Benton Martin Guitar Cascha Baton Rouge Risa
Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke Black

by Martin Guitar
Blues Professional Playing Folk
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
  • • Professional instrument capability
  • • Rich, full tone
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May be too large for some players

Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke BlackTenor UkuleleBack and sides: HPL (high pressure laminate)Top: HPL (high pressure...

⭐ 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 597309
$637
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Martin Guitar 2K Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Martin Guitar 2K Tenor Ukulele

by Martin Guitar
Jazz Professional Playing Folk
Key Feature:
• Professional instrument capability
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable fret spacing
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Less portable than smaller sizes
  • • May be too large for some players

Martin Guitar 2K Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleTop: Solid KoaBack and sides: Solid KoaNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556421
$2,309
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Martin Guitar T1 FSC Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Martin Guitar T1 FSC Tenor Ukulele

by Martin Guitar
Solo Performance Jazz Fingerstyle
Key Feature:
• Largest standard ukulele size
✓ PROS
  • • Professional instrument capability
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point
  • • May be too large for some players

Martin Guitar T1 FSC Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleTop: SapeleBack and sides: SapeleNeck: SapeleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556411
$637
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Martin Guitar T1K LH Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Martin Guitar T1K LH Tenor Ukulele

by Martin Guitar
Fingerstyle Jazz Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Largest standard ukulele size
✓ PROS
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
  • • Professional instrument capability
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May lose some traditional uke character

Martin Guitar T1K LH Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleLeft-handed modelTop: KoaBack & sides: KoaNeck: Selected...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556409
$692
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Ziegenspeck E-Uke Tenor - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Ziegenspeck E-Uke Tenor

by Ziegenspeck
Fingerstyle Professional Playing Jazz
Key Feature:
• Professional instrument capability
✓ PROS
  • • Great for complex playing
  • • Rich, full tone
✗ CONS
  • • Less portable than smaller sizes
  • • Higher price point

Ziegenspeck E-Uke TenorElectric UkuleleBody dimensions: TenorBody: MahoganyTop: RedwoodNeck: MahoganyFretboard /...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 432404
$1,539
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Flight Navigator Tenor EQ-A SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Flight Navigator Tenor EQ-A SB

by Flight
Jazz Professional Playing Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Great for complex playing
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable fret spacing
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point
  • • May lose some traditional uke character

Flight Navigator Tenor EQ-A SBTenor Ukulele with PickupWith cutawayBack and sides: RosewoodTop: solid flamed mapleNeck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 604436
$538
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Flight Peter Moss Tenor EQ-A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Flight Peter Moss Tenor EQ-A

by Flight
Professional Playing Blues Folk
Key Feature:
• Largest standard ukulele size
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Great for complex playing
✗ CONS
  • • May lose some traditional uke character
  • • May be too large for some players

Flight Peter Moss Tenor EQ-AUkulele with PickupWith cutawaySize: TenorPeter Moss Signature modelBack and sides: solid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 579528
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke Suns - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke Suns

by Martin Guitar
Blues Fingerstyle Folk
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
  • • Professional instrument capability
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Higher price point
  • • May be too large for some players

Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke SunsTenor UkuleleTop: HPL (high pressure laminate)Back and sides: Flamed mahogany HPL (high...

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 597318
$637
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Flight 4SB Sammy Turton Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Flight 4SB Sammy Turton Tenor Ukulele

by Flight
Folk Jazz Blues
Key Feature:
• Comfortable fret spacing
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable fret spacing
  • • Professional instrument capability
✗ CONS
  • • May lose some traditional uke character
  • • Higher price point

Flight 4SB Sammy Turton Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleRoyal SeriesArtist Signature Series Sammy Turton ModelSolid woodWith...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 579522
$578
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Kala KA-OWL-MNG-TE Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Kala KA-OWL-MNG-TE Tenor Ukulele

by Kala
Folk Fingerstyle Jazz
Key Feature:
• Comfortable fret spacing
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Comfortable fret spacing
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May lose some traditional uke character

Kala KA-OWL-MNG-TE Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleStyle: florentine cutawayBack and sides: OkoumeTop: solid mangoNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 590522
$492
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Risa Tenor Ukulele SC-Style BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Risa Tenor Ukulele SC-Style BK

by Risa
Jazz Professional Playing Folk
Key Feature:
• Comfortable fret spacing
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • May be too large for some players
  • • Less portable than smaller sizes

Risa Tenor Ukulele SC-Style BKElectric Tenor UkuleleSolid mahogany body with arched topMahogany neckRichlite...

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 270349
$714
Buy at Thomann View Details
Flight Fireball Tenor EQ-A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Flight Fireball Tenor EQ-A

by Flight
Jazz Fingerstyle Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May be too large for some players

Flight Fireball Tenor EQ-ATenor Ukulele with PickupRoyal seriesSpindle headstockScalloped Blackwood CutawayBody: Solid...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 502470
$615
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Kala KA-RES-BRS Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Kala KA-RES-BRS Tenor Ukulele

by Kala
Jazz Solo Performance Professional Playing
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Comfortable fret spacing
✗ CONS
  • • Less portable than smaller sizes
  • • Less classic ukulele sound

Kala KA-RES-BRS Tenor UkuleleResonator Tenor UkuleleTop: MahoganyBack and sides: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 526691
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar T1K Tenor Ukulele - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Martin Guitar T1K Tenor Ukulele

by Martin Guitar
Fingerstyle Professional Playing Folk
Key Feature:
• Great for complex playing
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, full tone
  • • Professional instrument capability
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May be too large for some players

Martin Guitar T1K Tenor UkuleleTenor Ukuleletop: KoaBack & sides: KoaNeck: Selected hardwoodFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 556408
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
Flight A10QM Aqua Blue 10th Anni - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Flight A10QM Aqua Blue 10th Anni

by Flight
Folk Fingerstyle Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional instrument capability
✓ PROS
  • • Great for complex playing
  • • Largest standard ukulele size
✗ CONS
  • • Less classic ukulele sound
  • • May lose some traditional uke character

Flight A10QM Aqua Blue 10th AnniTenor Ukulele10th Anniversary modelTop: solid curly mapleBody: solid curly mapleNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 517889
$1,154
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How to Choose the Best Tenor Ukuleles

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced tenor ukuleles typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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