Alvarez AU70WTCE

AU70WTCE: an electro-acoustic tenor designed for versatility

Within the Art. Uke range, the AU70WTCE focuses on modern and balanced lutherie, featuring the spruce/walnut duo prized for its projection and warmth. Its tenor format offers an excellent compromise between compactness and sound breadth, while the onboard electronics make amplification hassle-free.

For which musician and playing styles?

This ukulele suits both demanding beginners and intermediate/advanced players seeking a reliable and inspiring instrument. The tenor format is suitable for strumming as well as fingerstyle playing, and its balance fits pop, folk, chanson, vocal accompaniment, as well as softer colors like bossa or light jazz. When plugged in, the preamp helps maintain a clean and controlled level.

Sound characteristics

The Spruce Sitka A+ top delivers a fast response, clear articulation, and excellent clarity, especially appreciated for pick attacks or arpeggios. The black walnut back and sides complement with silky mids, bright highs, and a readable low end, resulting in a woody and balanced tone. The 16.9" / 430 mm scale length slightly increases string tension, which enhances intonation and sustain across all 18 frets. Finally, the genuine bone nut and rosewood (fingerboard and bridge) contribute to efficient vibration transmission, providing a natural playing feel.

Recommended compatible accessories

For daily enjoyment: a tenor-sized gig bag or case, a tenor string set (the model comes with Aquila Nylgut, convenient for maintaining the same feel), and a good quality 6.35 mm jack cable to make the most of the preamp when amplifying.

Technical specifications

Type	Electro-acoustic tenor ukulele	Number of frets	18
Top	Spruce Sitka A+	Nut	Genuine bone
Back and sides	Black walnut	Bridge	Rosewood
Finish	Natural	Strings	Aquila Nylgut
Neck	Mahogany	Amplification system	AUE 20 EQ preamp with built-in backlit tuner
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Model	AU70WTCE Art. Uke
Scale length	16.9" / 430 mm