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Origi Sound Samples
Experience the authentic sound of Hawaii.
This beautiful ukulele is handcrafted with traditional Koa wood
7 hours ago1 min read


Spruce Top vs Spruce Back Ukulele – Sound Comparison
The Rebel: A New Sound is Unfolding
At The Rebel, we never stop asking questions—and this year, we found new answers in unexpected places.
Our latest experiments bring a shift in how sound moves, breathes, and lingers. From the addition of side sound ports in our J-Series Cheesecake, to redefining what’s possible with back woods we once set aside, each change emerged from years of patient testing, failure, and breakthrough.
The result? A more resonant tone. Longer sustain.
May 171 min read


The Rebel J-Series (Classic Edition) Best ukuleles for beginners
The Rebel J-Series is the heart of The Rebel brand, embodying the perfect balance of simplicity, joy, and craftsmanship. Designed as the...
Jan 101 min read


The Rebel Q-SERIES Experimental ukulele designs (Limited Edition)
The Q-SERIES represents The Rebel’s mid-range collection , a bold fusion of artistry and experimentation. This limited-edition series is...
Jan 102 min read


The Rebel K-SERIES Signature ukulele collection
The K-SERIES represents the pinnacle of The Rebel’s artistry and craftsmanship . This limited, one-time-only collection is designed to...
Jan 102 min read


The Rebel A-SERIES (Custom): Crafted for Individual Excellence
The Rebel A-SERIES is a testament to the philosophy of Arete , an ancient Greek concept representing the pursuit of excellence and the...
Jan 102 min read


The Story Behind "Beyond Natural Selection"
At its heart, Beyond Natural Selection is both a story and an idea—a reflection of nature's ingenuity and humanity's endless quest to...
Jan 103 min read


The Shining: Ukulele Strings for Refined Tone
The Shining ukulele strings The Shining: Clear Fluorocarbon Strings for Refined Tone The Shining ukulele strings are crafted with...
Jan 101 min read


Arete Baritone
Arete Baritone The Rebel Ukulele A-Series Model: Arete (Prototype) Serial No: 202310001 Size: Baritone (E B G D) Scale: 20” Top: Mahogany...
Aug 22, 20241 min read


Original fake
THE REBEL UKULELE : ORIGINAL FAKE Specification Size: Tenor Top: Yellow Cedar + Red Cedar Back: Padauk Side: Ebony Scale: 17-3/32”...
May 15, 20241 min read


N.E.O (Not Even Original Project)
“It is better to be good than to be original.” once said Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, German-born American Architect, 1886-1969. He’s the...
May 15, 20242 min read


The Alchemist 2023
The Rebel Ukulele Model: The Alchemist 2023 Specification Size: Tenor Top: Mango wood | Spruce wood | Mango wood Back and Sides: Padauk...
May 15, 20241 min read


The Alchemist Jr.
THE REBEL UKULELE | MODEL: ALCHEMIST JR. Specification: Size: Sopranino Top: Mahogany Spruce | Mahogany Back and Sides: Indian Rosewood...
May 15, 20241 min read


Supernormal
“We wanted to keep it simple yet elegant. We believe simplicity is the timeless elegance.” “The spruce top and Indian rosewood back and...
May 15, 20242 min read


Livingston
“When I was a kid, I remembered reading a book. It was about a seagull whose love of flying sets him apart from the other gulls. He...
May 14, 20241 min read


The Alchemist 2015
" ‘Hybrid’ was the unofficial name of this model when we started working on this project. We wanted to find the tone that is unique by...
May 14, 20242 min read
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