The Electric Ukulele Is Not Here To Behave
That's right. The Flight Electric JB Bass is "Bar in Thailand" levels of cool.
There was a time when the ukulele was treated like a charming side character. Four strings. Gentle strumming. Pleasant harmonies. A polite little instrument that smiled sweetly and never raised its voice.
That time is over.
The electric ukulele is what happens when that polite little instrument gets bored, plugs into a tube amp, and realises it can scream.
This isn’t novelty. It isn’t ironic. It isn’t “quirky.” This is compact rock and roll.
And right now, we have some delicious Flight Electric Ukuleles in Musicmaker, and they are unapologetically, gloriously bad ass.
This is a four-string insurgency. A pocket-sized stage weapon that fits in a gig bag and still walks in like it owns the room.
When you plug a solid body ukulele into an amp, something happens. The attack sharpens. The sustain stretches. The instrument stops being background texture and becomes front-line voice. You hear detail. You feel string tension. You realise that the scale length makes it nimble, dangerous, fast.
You stop thinking of it as “a uke.” You start thinking of it as an serious tool for rock n roll.
And Flight — the absolute legends — have leaned fully into that realisation.
Follow your path, and it should lead you to the Flight Pathfinder.
The Rise of the Solid Body Electric Ukulele
Let’s be clear about something. The electric ukulele didn’t appear because someone wanted to make the uke louder.
It appeared because someone wanted to break the rules and get a little loose with some boundaries.
Solid body construction changes everything. No hollow resonance feeding back at stage volume. No fragile projection limits. Instead, you get sustain that feels almost mischievous. You get clarity that cuts through a band mix. You get the ability to throw it through overdrive, chorus, delay, fuzz — yes, fuzz — and have it come out the other side sounding intentional.
The tenor scale is crucial here. More string length. More tension. More depth. That little bit of extra real estate transforms the instrument from novelty to serious tonal device. It gives you room for riffing, for melodic leads, for chord voicings that feel grown-up.
Plug it into a clean amp and it sparkles like a glassy indie guitar.
Push it through a driven amp and it bites with cheeky aggression.
Stack delay and reverb and it becomes cinematic and expansive.
And the best part? It still feels like a ukulele in your hands. Familiar. Immediate. Fast.
That tension — between innocence and attitude — is where the magic lives.
All of Flight's Ukuleles come with a sweet gig bag too.
Flight Pathfinder Tenor Solid Body Electric Ukulele
The Pathfinder knows what it wants.
Tenor scale. Solid body. Transparent finishes that let the grain breathe under stage light like it knows exactly what it’s doing. Transparent Blue for the ones who want surf swagger with venom. Transparent Black for those who prefer their rebellion dressed in midnight.
This thing sustains in a way that feels almost illegal for a ukulele. You strike a note and it hangs there, grinning. The solid body construction means you can push volume without fear. No hollow-body squeal. No fragile edges. Just clarity and bite.
Through a clean amp, it chimes — sharp, articulate, glassy. Think indie riffs, think jangly hooks that don’t apologise. But the real fun starts when you lean on a little overdrive. Suddenly that compact tenor scale becomes a riff machine. Chords stay tight. Leads cut through.
The neck feels fast. Responsive. The kind of instrument that makes you play slightly wilder than you meant to.
It’s not a novelty. It’s a gateway drug.
Also available in Transparent Black. Try it out in Musicmaker today!
Flight Centurion Tenor Singlecut Electric Ukulele - Gold Top
The Centurion is swagger carved from wood.
Singlecut silhouette. Gold Top finish. A design language borrowed from rock royalty and scaled down into something compact and dangerous.
This is the electric uke for players who understand stage presence. It looks like it should be slung low under bright lights, pushing through a tube amp that’s slightly too loud.
Tonally, it’s focused. There’s midrange authority here — the kind that makes rhythm parts punch and melodic lines sing. It responds beautifully to dynamics. Play softly and it purrs. Dig in and it bites back.
The tenor scale gives it depth without sacrificing playability. You can move quickly. You can experiment. You can treat it like a riff instrument instead of a strumming accessory.
Plug it into a pedalboard and it doesn’t flinch. Chorus? It swims. Delay? It blooms. Light distortion? It growls in a very civilised, very satisfying way.
It feels substantial in your hands. Balanced. Confident.
Like it knows exactly why it exists.
That's a ukulele? Wow. The Flight Centurion is quite simply, cool.
Flight VANGUARD Electric Solid Body Tenor Ukulele
The Vanguard doesn’t ask permission.
Angular lines. Transparent black finish. A silhouette that feels like it listens to darker records and plays in dimmer venues.
If the Centurion is classic swagger, the Vanguard is modern menace.
It excels at rhythmic precision. Tight stabs. Palm-muted pulses. Off-beat syncopation that slices through a mix. The solid body keeps everything focused and controlled, even when you start stacking pedals like a maniac.
Run it through reverb and it becomes atmospheric.
Run it through overdrive and it becomes sly.
Push it through fuzz and suddenly you’re in experimental territory.
It’s sharp. It’s articulate. It’s quietly dangerous.
And it makes you rethink what a ukulele is supposed to do.
Can you smell that? It smells like....danger. The Flight Vanguard.
Flight Mini Bass JB Solid Body Electric – Sunburst
Every revolution needs a low end.
The Flight Mini Bass JB is compact, yes — but don’t let the size fool you. This thing carries authority. Short scale means comfort and playability, but the tone? The tone is proper.
Punchy lows. Clear articulation. Enough snap to sit beautifully in a band mix.
The sunburst finish nods to classic bass heritage, but the scaled-down body keeps it agile and fun. It’s perfect for rehearsals, tight stage setups, studio layering or pairing directly with one of the electric ukes for a full four-string assault.
It doesn’t try to be huge. It tries to be precise.
And it succeeds.
Electric Ukulele FAQ
What is a solid body electric ukulele?
A solid body electric ukulele is built like an electric guitar, with a solid wood body and magnetic pickups. This design increases sustain, reduces feedback and allows use with amps and pedals.
Are Flight electric ukuleles good for live performance?
Yes. Flight electric ukuleles are designed for stage use, with stable tuning, strong sustain and clean amplified output. They work beautifully with amps, pedalboards and PA systems.
What is the difference between tenor and soprano electric ukuleles?
Tenor electric ukuleles have a longer scale length, offering deeper tone, more sustain and extra fretboard space. They’re ideal for players who want fuller sound and greater versatility.
Can you use guitar pedals with an electric ukulele?
Absolutely. Solid body electric ukuleles work exceptionally well with overdrive, delay, reverb, chorus and even fuzz pedals, making them perfect for experimental and live setups.
Is the Flight Mini Bass JB a bass guitar or ukulele?
The Flight Mini Bass JB is a short-scale solid body electric bass. It offers compact size and easy playability while delivering real bass tone and punch.
Are electric ukuleles suitable for beginners?
Yes. Electric ukuleles are beginner-friendly due to their comfortable size and low string tension. They’re also ideal for guitarists looking for a fun, portable alternative.
Where can I buy Flight electric ukuleles in Ireland?
Flight electric ukuleles, including the Pathfinder, Centurion, Vanguard and Mini Bass models, are available at Musicmaker Dublin, in-store and online.
Why are electric ukuleles becoming popular?
Electric ukuleles combine portability with stage-ready tone. They allow players to explore new sounds, use pedals and perform live without feedback issues common to hollow instruments.
Shredkele anyone?
This Is Rock and Roll, Just Smaller
The electric ukulele is not a joke. It is not a gimmick. It is not a novelty act squeezed between polite acoustic sets.
Flight have taken the ukulele and handed it a leather jacket. They’ve given it sustain, bite, stage confidence and the freedom to run through pedals without apology.
These instruments are for players who are bored of categories. For musicians who want something portable but powerful. For guitarists who want a new texture. For ukulele players who are tired of being underestimated.
And right now, they’re here at Musicmaker.
Plug one in.
Turn it up.
Cause a little trouble.
Check out all our Flight Ukuleles HERE.
