17 Best Ukulele Brands In India: A Complete Guide With Price

List Of Best Ukulele Brands In India With Price

In the following table, we’ve curated a list of 17 ukulele brands available in India and their starting prices. Watch it closely to get an overall idea. Following that, go a little deeper into the key features of each one of them. 

Brand Name	Price
2.1. Kadence	1899 onwards
3.2. Juarez	1794  onwards
4.3. Kala	4350 onwards
5.4. Mahalo	2094 onwards
6.5. Vault	2326 onwards
7.6. Musoo	3699 onwards
8.7. Batking	3499 onwards
9.8. Flight	8999 onwards
10.9. Generic	4739 onwards
11.10. Intern	2499 onwards
12.11. Imagenia	2419 onwards
13.12. Blueberry	1994 onwards
14.13. Pluto	2499 onwards
15.14. Donner	14,411 onwards
16.15.  Fender	7131 onwards
17.16. Festra	1890 onwards
18.17. Mocking Bird	2149 onwards

1. Kadence -

With the slogan “Let’s music”, Siddhartha Jhunjhunwala initiated this musical instrument brand and presently has outlets in Hyderabad, Goa, Delhi, and Bengaluru. They are one of the best brands for beginners and professionals, offering excellent quality at an affordable price. This brand also offers attractive colors and sizes looking into customer requirements.

Why should you buy Kadence?

• There is a model for every need
• Lightweight wooden body 
• Compact and easy-to-hold
• Travel-friendly
• Attractive colors and shapes
• Available offline and online

2. Juarez - 

This brand has been proudly selling musical instruments for a long time. Their Ukelele ranges are the best-selling in India. When the price of ukulele in India starts at a minimum of Rs. 2500,  this brand is selling at a lower price with higher quality

Why should you buy Juarez? 

• Aquila Nylgut strings made in Italy
• Available in both Soprano and Concert models
• Rosewood fingerboard for comfortable playing
• Curved soundhole for better outputs
• Sapele body and Okoume neck for a great sound

3. Kala -

This USA brand can be called the King of Ukulele. Although they have the most advanced and rare musical instruments, their Ukulele range will keep you wondering. They have a complete range whether it’s for beginners or pros, from woods like bamboo or mahogany, from solid to print, from natural wooden shades to attractive colors and whatnot The ranges also vary from Rs 4000 to 50000.

Why should you buy Kala? 

• Large numbers of designs available
• Lightweight wooden body 
• Rosewood fingerboard and bridge
• Aquila Nylgut strings
• Available in all sizes
• Beautiful combination of colors and shapes
• Available online and offline

4. Mahalo - 

Its beginner-friendly compact size makes this brand the No.1 selling brand worldwide. They have eye-catching colors and designs that you might not get from other brands. They are committed to high- standards and cost-effective products. They have 18 different series for Ukeleles with unbelievable prices. If you are a beginner, This could be your first buy. Their price range starts from Rs. 2000 onwards.

Why should you buy Mahalo?

• Aquila Nylgut strings for improved tuning 
• Adjustable soundhole provides maximum volume
• Modified bracing for more sound clarity
• Comfortable bridge
• Slim neck profile for faster playing
• Unique colours and designs

5. Vault - 

This brand is one of the well-known ukulele brands of India, launched by Baajao which is India’s 1st online musical instrument brand and became top-notch in no time. They sell their products directly to the customers as they prioritize customer benefit. They have a wide range of Ukeleles which starts at Rs 2000. If you are a beginner, this might be ideal for you.

Why should you buy Vault?

• Synthetic wood fretboard for smooth playing
• Maple neck for strength & rigidity
• Basswood on the side and back
• 5 different colors
• Comes with a gig bag
• Available online

6. Musoo - 

This is a beginner-friendly brand, but they have superb designs, and that too at a great price. They also have guitars and violins. This brand promises high-quality materials and ensures superior sound with stand-out designs.

Why should you buy Musoo?

• African black mahogany on the side and the back
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Nylon string
• Travel-friendly with Gig-bag 

7. Batking - 

This is a delicate and high-quality brand. The solid Acacia Koa Wood Top provides a warm tone. It has a sleek design that is easy to hold and play with. Soprano size is the smallest, making it travel-friendly. This brand has multiple colors and sizes.

Why should you buy Batking?

• Acacia Koa wood top and back
• String distance is less for easy playing
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Nylon string
• The Fretboard inlay has a flowery design for a unique look
• CNC technology makes it sturdy

8. Flight - 

This is a brand from Slovenia, founded in 2010. They have expanded within a few years of their launch because of the attractive quality-ukeleles and super-stylish designs. They have many series named artist signature, travel, ultra travel, designer, etc. They are one of the best ukelele brands if you want to buy ukelele online.

Why should you buy Flight?

• High-quality material
• Multiple colours and series 
• Plastic neck and body for a clear tone and easy to handle
• Gig bag included
• All sizes available

9. Generic - 

This brand stands out for its solid structure and high-performing tunes. The pine shape makes it easy to hold and take it anywhere. If you compare the price of ukelele in India, they are the most affordable ones in terms of strength and output.

Why should you buy Generic?

• High-quality material
• Low price
• Beginner- friendly
• Mellow sound
• All sizes available

10. Intern - 

This is one of the musical instrument brands which became popular within a short span. They are not only selling high-quality instruments but also making it budget-friendly. Price of ukulele in India varies from time to time. Even if you have a low budget but want to go for a good ukelele, this brand is highly recommended. They also have different colors and sizes. 

Why should you buy Intern?

• High-quality material
• Linden wood fingerboard and back
• Plastic bridge
• Low price
• Beginner- friendly
• Attractive look
• All sizes available

11. Imagenia - 

They have simple-looking ukeleles with a mahogany bodies. You can buy this brand if you are crazy about simplicity with elegance. You will surely enjoy the lovely tunes it has and also you’ll fall in love with the super easy string adjustment and compact body. Go for Imagenia for gifting your near and dear ones. This brand is easily available online with super-fast delivery.

Why should you buy Intern?

• A perfect bone-nut and saddle setting creates the highest vibrations
• Tie-bar bridge makes the strings firmly attached
• High-quality sound
• Rosewood fretboard for soft tunes
• Properly aligned fret
• Beginner- friendly
• All sizes available
• Low price

12. Blueberry - 

This brand is inspired by the businessman and musician Danny Fonfeder in Bali, Indonesia. He has combined the arts of music and craft. This brand is known for its excellent-quality woods. The super-quality wood delivers a super-quality sound. Buy this brand if you live in art and elegance. When you are planning to  buy ukulele online, and looking for a real-good long-lasting quality, opt for Blueberry.

Why should you buy Blueberry?

• Best-quality wood
• Excellent sounds
• Unbeatable pattern and shape
• Perfect fret alignments
• Premium strings
• Budget-friendly
• All sizes available

13. Pluto - 

This brand is rich and shiny at the top end, with strong quality. The top and back material is rosewood. All the Pluto ukuleles are in mahogany color with a matte finish. This 26-inch concert ukelele has a longer neck for the best sound quality. Go for this brand if you are a music lover and die playing the ukelele. 

Why should you buy Pluto?

• Strong and lightweight
• Rosewood fingerboard for warm tone
• Spruce top for excellent sounds
• Four strings for powerful sound
• Natural finish
• Budget-friendly
• Includes color-matched carry bag
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14. Donner- 

This brand is selling musical instruments since 2012. This brand has a classic touch and a sturdy look. The high-quality mahogany wood makes it a premium quality brand.  Buy this brand if you are an ardent music lover.

Why should you buy Donner?

• Strong and lightweight
• Natural mahogany fingerboard
• Highly polished for more comfort
• Chrome-plated tuners for better sound
• Aquila strings for smooth playing
• Excellent design

15.  Fender -

This is the best guitar brand in the world originated in America. This is a brand everyone wants. The ukeleles of this brand are the coolest. They have a vintage look with a solid mahogany neck. From novices and amateurs to world-famous musicians and performers, the brand has been connected with the music industry since its inception.

Why should you buy Fender?

• World-class quality
• Natural mahogany fingerboard
• Comes with an in-built tuner
• Easy to maintain
• Superior sound quality
• Traditional design

16. Festra - 

Festra is another musical instrument brand that originated in China and is known for producing budget-friendly and quality instruments. Festra is known for its eye-catching look and affordable price. If you are a beginner and don’t have much idea about ukelele, go for this brand without any doubt. This brand is available online on most of the popular e-commerce websites selling ukeleles.

Why should you buy Festra?

• Good-quality
• Mahogany and rosewood fingerboard 
• Accurate fret wires for comfort
• Lindon Soundboard
• Lightweight
• Compact shape

17. Mocking Bird - 

This brand is renowned for its exquisite features that result in a loud and clear sound. Natural mahogany makes the sound even better. The deeper arch gives a sustainable and fuller sound. Durable craftsmanship makes the ukulele more stylish and comfortable.

Why should you buy Mocking Bird?

• Good quality on a low-budget
• Mahogany fingerboard with 4 smooth strings
• Warm, richer sound with a minutely crafted wooden fingerboard
• 15:1 gear ratio tuners for easy handling
• Comes with a carry bag

Conclusion -

 I hope this article was helpful to provide you with some basic information about the best ukulele brands in India. Look for one that meets your requirements including budget. Some brands are imported and available online only. Always buy from authentic sites and check different sites for the most recent best price as it keeps on changing from time to time. So don’t delay! Enjoy a wonderful journey with your ukulele!

Along with this, take a look at another article on the best travel bags in India if you are planning for a trip soon with your brand-new ukulele.

FAQs - 

Q1. Which ukulele is best for beginners in India?

A. Most of the ukulele comes with beginner-friendly models, but Mahalo, Kala, or Musso can be your first buy if you are a beginner.

Q2. Which company ukulele is the best in India?

A. There is no one best brand as such. It depends on the customer’s comfort and requirements. There are many good brands available in India like Kamaka, Kadence, and Vault. Fender etc with distinct features. Go through it once and choose according to your needs.

Q3. Which ukulele is best for singing?

A. The tenor is best for singing. They are larger and produce a deeper, strong sound making a great combination with singing.

Q4. Which ukulele should I buy for beginners?

A. Buy a soprano if you’re a beginner. They are smaller in size, easy to handle, and comfortable to play.

Q5. What are the 4 types of ukulele?

A. The four types of Ukulele are Soprano, Concert, Tenor, and Baritone

Q6. How much does a ukulele cost in India?

A. Different websites are selling the same ukulele at different prices. But the average cost varies between Rs. 1500 to 5000.

Q7. What are the sizes of ukuleles?

A. Ukulele is available in four different sizes. They are- 

• Soprano (21 inches)
• Concert ( 23 inches)
• Tenor (26 inches)
• Baritone ( 29 inches)

Q8. Which ukulele is the original size?

A. 21 inches long Soprano is considered as the original size as the ukulele is considered a  compact, easy-to-hold instrument that can be fit on a lap and produce a mellow sound.