The Best Fender Ukulele Recommendations For 2024

Fender is renowned for its guitars, but their ukulele catalogue contains plenty for us to get excited about. Find out which models we recommend below.

Written by Jay Searle / Published April 23, 2023

Last updated: March 8, 2024

Fender has been a big name in the musical instrument business for more than half a century. Just ask any guitarist or electric bass player. But what about us ukulele players? Don’t worry friends, Fender has not left us out in the cold. As you’ll soon see, there are plenty of great Fender ukuleles on offer. From beginner-friendly budget models, all the way up to high-end, professional-level signature instruments.

We have rounded up our five favorite picks, with a review and a breakdown of the specs of each. You’ll find there’s a Fender ukulele to suit every type of player. So why not read on to find out more?

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Our Fender Ukulele Recommendations

1. Fender Seaside Soprano Ukulele Pack

The Fender Seaside Soprano pack is a great option for beginners. The pack features absolutely everything a new ukulele player would need to get started.

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Really, as a beginner, I don’t think you could ask for a better option than Fender’s Seaside Soprano pack. This is a really great option that offers exceptional value for money with high-quality finishing and construction. 

When you are just getting started as a beginner, it can feel a bit overwhelming to get your head around all the gear you need, how to get started, and where to learn. All of those concerns are taken care of with the Seaside Soprano Pack.

The ukulele itself is a high-quality instrument, with its own distinctive style. The mahogany back, top, and sides give this soprano a surprisingly warm and mellow tone that also rings out. The mahogany body combined with Fender’s instantly recognizable headstock makes this a really attractive instrument with a modern laid-back vibe.

The seaside pack comes with a padded gigbag, a tuner, and a spare set of strings. That takes care of everything that you need to get started except tuition, right?

Wrong. When I said this pack contains everything you need to get started, that is what I meant. One of my favorite features with this pack is Fender’s inclusion of a three-month subscription to Fender Play, their online tuition site.

With a quality instrument that you won’t need to upgrade within months of playing, and access to expert tuition and all the gear you need to get started, I would happily recommend this pack to any student.

2. Fender Fullerton Jazzmaster Ukulele

With a body based on the Fender Jazzmaster guitar, this ukulele will certainly have you turning heads. A departure from traditional ukulele body shapes yet still packs a punch.

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This is not a traditional looking ukulele at all. This extremely cool ukulele is based on Fender’s iconic Jazzmaster body shape. Though, that doesn’t mean that there is anything noteworthy to say about the sound.

With a laminated spruce top and mahogany back and sides, the tone-woods combine to give the warmth and depth of mahogany with the dynamic range of a spruce top. The result is an instrument that sounds wonderful and definitely looks very Fender.

The iconic body shape, as well as the four inline tuners, leave no doubt as to who made the ukulele. The Jazzmaster line features an on-board EQ specifically designed for the series. This gives players a wealth of tonal options.

This ukulele is definitely a serious instrument and will be at home in intermediate and pro hands. The ukulele has a scale length of 15.04” and gives you access to 19 frets, opening up some really interesting possibilities for note choices.

 The ukulele is available in two stunning finishes, namely Tidepool and Olympic White. I really love the Tidepool finish (shown).

Overall, this is a quality offering from Fender that brings to the table pro-level features and a great deal of attention to detail. The ukulele has a clear and warm tone that will be at home in any mix. Definitely give this one a go if you are a fan of Fender styling.

3. Fender Zuma Concert Ukulele

A warm sounding sapele ukulele that is perfect for taking to the beach, playing in a studio, or just simply enjoying those classic Fender surf vibes.

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This ukulele’s Southern California vibes really appeal to me. This is a mid-range offering from Fender and features a laminated Sapele body that gives the ukulele its warm, surfy tone.

Like the Seaside Soprano ukulele above, the Zuma features a classic Fender Tele style headstock with four in-line tuners. The satin finish feels great in the hands, and the concert size makes it easy to navigate the fretboard. 

The Zuma has a great sound that chimes through, while the nickel-plated sealed tuners add to that vintage surf aesthetic.

The bridge is a pull-through design, making string changing much easier. Overall, the construction definitely feels like it will last, and the abalone rosette around the soundhole is a stunning addition.

Overall, this is a very playable and well-made instrument that may appeal to players looking for a slightly larger sized ukulele with a more traditional, double bout design unlike the Jazzmaster.

4. Fender Grace VanderWaal Signature Concert Ukulele

Much like Grace herself, her signature concert ukulele is unique with a touch of boho-chic. It has a warm and clear tone that belies its small size making it a great option for beginners looking for a truly versatile ukulele with a unique style.

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Fender has produced a great product at a really accessible price point. The ukulele is concert sized and features a Sapele body. This choice of body material means that the ukulele has a warm and mellow tone that will fit well into a variety of different styles.

In terms of design, the ukulele is finished in a Dark Walnut gloss and features a custom floral sound hole label, gold hardware, a gold sparkle rosette, and Grace’s signature on the headstock.

With a 15-inch scale length, closed gear tuners and Fender’s no-tie bridge, staying in tune, and changing your strings becomes a lot easier.

The ukulele also comes with an onboard EQ, allowing you to plug the ukulele into an amp for gigs or other situations where you may need more volume. With a built-in chromatic tuner, and controls for volume, bass, mids, and treble, you are given a wealth of options to shape your sound.

I absolutely love the sound of this instrument. It is warm and feels like it would fit well into a lot of different styles. I am aware, though, that the gold sparkly finish is not for everyone, so if you are looking for something that is more traditional looking, maybe try a different Fender ukulele.

5. Fender Billie Eilish Signature Ukulele

With this signature model, Fender gives us an instrument that is ready for performance right out of the box. A great choice if you are looking for a visually striking stage-ready instrument.

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Billie Eilish is an artist that has never been afraid of pushing boundaries with her music and has approached her career on her own terms. It is hardly surprising that her signature model should be so striking.

Ukulele was Billie’s first instrument, and to this day she loves the simplicity of song-writing on the ukulele. Her signature ukulele features some amazing specs including a Sapele body, bone nut and solid walnut bridge.

The bone nut and the high-quality sealed nickel tuners combine to give the ukulele rock-solid tuning stability. The instrument also features a Fishman Kula Preamp. There are controls for volume and tone, a three-band EQ, and also features a built-in tuner.

Billie’s ukulele features her signature “Blohsh” symbol. This is repeated in a diamond pattern on a black background. 

Definitely not a traditional looking instrument and unless you’re a fan of the aesthetic, this point may be a bit of a turn-off.

Overall, the instrument that offers high-end features and is incredibly playable. The tone is versatile, with a very eye-catching design. I think this is a great instrument that unfortunately has a price tag that might be too high for some.

If you would like to hear Billie talk about the instrument, and some of her ukulele song-writing process, you can check out the video here.

Conclusion

Fender really doesn’t disappoint when it comes to the choices available to ukulele players. Whether you are just getting started, or looking to upgrade from your first ukulele, there is likely to be a Fender that would work for you.

However, never just take my word for it. Your music needs to work for you, and the only way that will happen is for you to get out there and play as many ukuleles as you can. Get a feel for what you like, and what works for your playing sound. If you’re looking for a Fender ukulele, then hopefully this article helps you find the one that sings true for you!

Jay Searle

Website Founder & Writer

Jay is a self-professed music nerd and ukulele lover. When not working on the website you’ll find him strumming along to his favorite tunes, spending time with his family, or learning to play the piano.