What size is the UTM-T and what is the neck width?

The UTM-T is a tenor ukulele with a 430mm scale length and 37mm neck width, accommodating players of varying hand sizes with comfortable fret spacing. Its larger format delivers fuller, deeper tone than concert or soprano models.

What strings come with the UTM-T?

The UTM-T ships with Aquila Nylgut strings, which are known for warm tone and exceptional tuning stability across the range.

Does this ukulele work for worship and folk music?

Yes, the UTM-T is designed for folk and worship settings. Its clear, resonant fundamentals, excellent projection, and balanced tonal response make it well-suited for both styles.

What materials make up the UTM-T?

The UTM-T features a solid German spruce top, solid maple back and sides, maple neck, eucalyptus fingerboard with mother of pearl inlays, Nubone nut and saddle, and walnut bindings. It includes open guitar-style machine heads with gold finish and comes with an arm rest and gold endpin.

How many frets does it have?

The UTM-T has 18 frets, providing extended range for melodic exploration and versatility.

Baton Rouge UTM-T Flamed Maple Tenor Ukulele

The UTM-T is a substantial tenor ukulele engineered for studio tracking and arranging work, with an ergonomic arm rest that supports extended takes and layering sessions without fatigue. The maple neck and eucalyptus fingerboard provide a smooth, responsive playing surface that translates accurately to microphone and line capture, while the natural satin open pore finish reveals the instrument's figured wood grain with understated elegance. This is a serious instrument for engineers and producers seeking rich projection and tonal depth in a larger format.

Tone & Resonance for Recording

Solid German spruce on the top delivers clear, resonant fundamentals with excellent projection—essential for capturing definition across multiple takes and in dense arrangements. Paired with solid maple back and sides, the UTM-T achieves a balanced tonal response with crisp highs and defined lows that cut through mixes, while Aquila Nylgut strings contribute warmth and tuning stability across the range. The Nubone nut and saddle enhance sustain and clarity, ensuring each note articulates with presence and consistency in the recording.

Playability & Session Versatility

The 430mm scale length and 37mm neck width accommodate different hand sizes and playing styles with comfortable fret spacing and grip—critical for maintaining consistent tone across multiple recording passes. 18 frets provide extended range for melodic layering and harmonic arrangements, while the eucalyptus dark wood fingerboard offers a hard, smooth playing surface that responds predictably under the microphone. Mother of pearl inlays add visual interest, and open guitar-style machine heads with gold finish and brown buttons deliver precise tuning control between takes.

Key Features

Solid German spruce top for clear, resonant tone with excellent projection
Solid maple back and sides providing balanced tonal response
Tenor size format delivering fuller, deeper tone than concert or soprano ukuleles
430mm scale length with 37mm neck width at nut
18 frets for extended melodic range and versatility
Eucalyptus dark wood fingerboard and bridge with mother of pearl inlays
Nubone nut and saddle for enhanced sustain and clarity
Open guitar-style machine heads with gold finish and brown buttons
Aquila Nylgut strings for warm tone and stable tuning
Maple neck for stability and durability
Walnut bindings for aesthetic and structural integrity
Natural satin open pore finish revealing flamed maple grain; includes arm rest and gold endpin

The UTM-T combines premium materials with meticulous craftsmanship to deliver an instrument that balances rich tonal character, responsive playability, and refined aesthetics.

Condition	New
Dexterity	Right handed
Country of Manufacture	China

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UTM-T

Review by mlolya

I was wonderfully surprised and impressed by the amazing craftsmanship and quality of this instrument. But the most amazing thing is the sound this inexpensive instrument sounds like ukuleles costing many times the price. It has clear resonant rich sound. I think it’s probably the best bargain I’ve had in all of my ukulele purchases.
The sales and service here were perfect.

This is my second Baton Rouge.

Review by ML

This is one of the most underrated ukuleles on the market today. I own some incredible instruments but none that have the quality and sound found for this price. This ukulele compares to instruments costing the times the price.
A great bargain!