30 Octopus Soprano Ukulele Ensemble Set

This '30 Pack Octopus Soprano Ukulele' Ensemble Set is designed for whole-class teaching from KS2 upwards, and is a great low cost whole class ensemble teaching solution.  There’s an extra FREE ukulele supplied for the teacher – so that’s 31 ukuleles in total, each with its own protective carry bag. We’ve also included a FREE Octopus OC-440 clip on tuner, to help with setting up. 

In every pack, each octopus soprano ukulele is built to the same Academy specification as our single instruments, so learners experience a consistent feel and sound from the very first lesson.

Octopus Academy series

The octopus ukulele range has been used in schools for almost a decade, and the Academy series keeps the focus on reliable classroom performance. This is a serious, high-quality soprano ukulele for education, comparable with many more expensive models but priced so that a full class set remains realistic for most budgets.

A well-made instrument is easier to tune and keep in tune, has a true fretboard that gives accurate notes on every fret, and produces an open, resonant tone that pupils enjoy. For beginners, starting on quality instruments can turn a first project into the start of a lifelong musical habit.

Build quality

Octopus ukuleles are built to withstand everyday school use. Careful production and quality control give a clean finish and a reliable, confident sound. The classical-guitar-style bridge is accurately bonded to the body for efficient sound transfer, and the geared machine heads hold pitch for longer between retunes. Fully lined side walls add stability and projection, and every edge and fret end is smoothed so the instrument feels comfortable in young hands.

Aquila Nylgut® strings

String quality is critical for tone, comfort and stable soprano ukulele tuning. Each instrument comes fitted with Aquila Nylgut® strings as standard – made in Italy and widely respected for accurate intonation and a clear, singing tone.

Free carry case

Each Academy instrument is supplied with a soft soprano ukulele case (gig bag), making it easy for pupils to carry instruments safely between rooms and protecting the finish from scratches, spills and splashes when not in use.

Size and range

This ensemble uses the standard soprano model, the most widely used size of ukulele in schools. Each instrument is approximately 21" (53 cm) long, with twelve frets and a practical range from C4 to A5, so it suits KS2 pupils while still working well for older learners and adults.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Octopus a good ukulele brand?
Yes. The octopus ukulele brand is a British company focused on education-friendly starter instruments. For the price point, independent octopus soprano ukulele review sites and teacher feedback usually describe them as solid, reliable and far closer to “real instruments” than toy ukes, which is why we use them in this class set.

What size are the ukuleles and how are they tuned?
Each instrument is a standard soprano model at about 21″ (53 cm) long with twelve frets, using the familiar G-C-E-A soprano ukulele tuning. They’re fitted with aquila nylgut soprano ukulele strings, which help them settle quickly and hold pitch reliably in class.

What’s included in the delivery, and how should we look after the instruments?
You receive 31 instruments, 31 gig bags and a clip-on tuner. The bag acts as a soft soprano ukulele case, so after lessons just wipe the instruments down, store them zipped up and keep them somewhere dry and away from direct heat to protect finish, neck and strings.