Sound Uke

Sound Uke - Russ Hayes founder. Having been born and raised in Hawaii, I have grown up with the ukulele as part of my life. When I moved to the Northwest I was often disappointed in the type and quality of instrument that was readily available and wanted to make a higher quality uke available. I am trying to do this at all levels from an entry level instrument to a professional level ukulele.

I chose the motto "Where Quality Meets Value" in order to make clear that the ukuleles must be of high quality first then find the price point that makes it a true value.

How We Do Business

We are focused on getting the customer to directly experience our ukuleles in person so they know how it looks and sounds before making a purchase. Though we could ship ukuleles and take orders over the internet, we would prefer not to spend excessive time and effort on shipping.  If thats the only way "no problem" but I'd rather put it in your hands.

Who We Are

Russ Hayes  grew up on Oahu, Hawaii.  He went to a school that was immersed in Hawaiian Culture and was surrounded by music of ukuleles and guitars. He is actively involved in the Hawaiian Community in the Pacific NW as well as a few different ukulele groups.

Ray Alonzo grew up on Lana'i  and learned ukulele as a young man. After graduation he went into the military.

Ray has decided to spend more time with family in Hawaii and now teaches part time and pursues other interests here in the NW