Ortega RUOX-CC
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Ortega
RUOX-CC
Product Info
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The Ortega RUOX-CC is a solid, well-built concert ukulele offering a balanced tone. The spruce top gives it a bright character, while the mahogany body adds warmth, making it ideal for beginners and intermediate players looking for a dependable and affordable instrument.
Product Description
- Ortega RUOX-CC
- Concert Ukulele
- Onyx series
- Top: spruce
- Back and sides: mahogany
- Neck: mahogany
- Fretboard: walnut
- Nut width: 36 mm
- Scale length: 380 mm
- 18 Frets
- Bridge: walnut
- Gold plated machine heads
- Colour: Black High Gloss
- Incl. a gig bag
PROS
- • Spruce top provides a bright, articulate tone with surprising projection.
- • Mahogany back and sides add warmth and sustain, balancing the spruce.
- • Walnut fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and a pleasing visual contrast.
- • Gold-plated machine heads ensure stable tuning and a touch of visual refinement.
CONS
- • High-gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and may feel a bit slippery.
- • Mahogany construction, while warm, lacks the bright shimmer of koa.
- • Limited fret access beyond the 12th fret restricts higher-register playing.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Size
Concert
Frets
18
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 1.2 lbs (545g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's generally a bit brighter than many other mahogany models due to the spruce top, offering more clarity and definition.
The gold-plated tuners are a decent quality for this price point; they'll hold tuning reasonably well, but a serious player might eventually upgrade for even greater stability.
The finish is fairly durable, but the high gloss does show fingerprints easily and is susceptible to scratches if not handled with care.
