Best Martin Guitar Tenor Ukuleles 2026
Premium Martin Guitar tenor ukuleles - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
GENRES & STYLES:
For Jazz
For Blues
For Folk
For Solo Performance
For Fingerstyle
For Professional Playing
#1
⭐
4.6/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke Black
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
#2
⭐
4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Martin Guitar T1K LH Tenor Ukulele
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...
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4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556409
$692
#3
⭐
4.5/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Martin Guitar Martin Guitar 0X Ten Uke Suns
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...
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4.5/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 597318
$637
#4
⭐
4.8/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Martin Guitar 2K Tenor Ukulele
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:...
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4.8/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556421
$2,309
#5
⭐
4.8/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Martin Guitar T1 FSC Tenor Ukulele
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
#6
⭐
4.4/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Martin Guitar 1T IZ Tenor Ukulele
Blues
Jazz
Folk
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
- • Largest standard ukulele size
- • Professional instrument capability
✗ CONS
- • May be too large for some players
- • Higher price point
Martin Guitar 1T IZ Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleTop: Solid quilted mahoganyBack and Sides: Solid quilted mahoganyNeck:...
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4.4/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 556424
$2,474
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Martin Guitar T1K Tenor Ukulele
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
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Martin Guitar T1 Streetmaster Tenor Ukulele
Jazz
Blues
Folk
Key Feature:
• Rich, full tone
✓ PROS
- • Largest standard ukulele size
- • Great for complex playing
✗ CONS
- • Higher price point
- • Less classic ukulele sound
Martin Guitar T1 Streetmaster Tenor UkuleleTenor UkuleleTop: MahoganyBack and Sides: MahoganyNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...
⭐
4.5/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556414
$692
#9
⭐
4.9/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke Black LH
Blues
Folk
Fingerstyle
Key Feature:
• Professional instrument capability
✓ PROS
- • Rich, full tone
- • Comfortable fret spacing
✗ CONS
- • May lose some traditional uke character
- • Less classic ukulele sound
Martin Guitar 0X Tenor Uke Black LHTenor UkuleleLeft-handed modelBack and sides: HPL (high pressure laminate)Top: HPL...
⭐
4.9/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 597310
$637
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.
