ukulele · soprano
Martin S1
| Maker | C.F. Martin & Co. |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Type | ukulele · soprano |
| Price | USD 449.99 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1833 |
| Status | current |
The S1 is Martin's all-solid mahogany soprano ukulele and the entry point to the company's current ukulele line.
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Why it matters
The S1 is the least expensive new Martin ukulele and is built in the company's Mexican facility rather than in Nazareth. It sits above the laminate-bodied models and below the pricier ones, which makes it the natural stopping point for a player who wants solid wood without a collector premium. Martin has built ukuleles since 1916 and the line has carried on continuously.
Note
Solid mahogany soprano, Martin's modern standard. Martin has made ukuleles since 1916 and this is the model that carries that line.
Specifications
- Scale length: unknown
- Neck shape: unknown
Before you buy
- Body sizes differ across the range, so check soprano against concert and tenor
- Confirm where the specific model is built if that matters
- A fresh set of strings makes a large difference on a soprano
Other opinions
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Ukulele PuaPua · 2012-11 · 18,433 views
“Ukulele PUAPUA Martin S1 Soprano Ukulele Demo ~ Hawaiian Ukulele Online Ukulele PUAPUA Check out our store!”
Soprano demo of a Martin S1 ukulele.
Martin Guitar · 2021-09 · 9,661 views
Martin's own clip of the S1 soprano uke.