Kanile'a ukuleles are hand made in Hawaii. This K-1 tenor is made with select solid koa wood. Koa only grows in a Hawaii and provides a unique sound, very clear and bright.

The grain of this uke is colourful and each uke is unique.

Kanile'a utilises a traditional application of a Wiping varnish that provides a strong, thin surface finish with a pleasing satin texture. This thin satin finish allows for vibration and elasticity of our well seasoned tone woods, resulting in a ukulele that has greater projection, volume, sustain and resonance, yet provides the protection that is needed.

The bracing is also unique. Joe from Kanile'a developed a symmetrical "touch and release" system for the bracing that captures the true potential of the whole sound board yet allowing for the proper overall stability. Although, this bracing system requires more work, each additional step is well worth it when the ultimate goal is to achieve the best sound. Joe has named this revolutionary style of bracing for the ukulele TRU (Total Resonating 'Ukulele) bracing. This TRU Bracing system has allowed for total resonance (projection, volume, and sustain) on all new Kanile'a ukuleles.

The weight of this uke is absolutely minimal.

The neck is nice and slim and action low.

The string spacing feels a bit wider than the average tenor, which will please fingerpickers. It is particularly noticeable over the body, not so much closer to the nut. Our staff love this feature.

• Select Koa Body
• Rosewood Fret Board and Bridge
• Paua Abalone position dots
• South American mahogany neck
• Rounded back
• Bridge Pins
• Chrome Geared Grover Tuner Keys
• Satin finish
• Aquila Corde Strings
• The uke will be shipped in a light weight hard case for protection.

 Please note that the photos are stock photographs. If you require photos of the actual uke you will be receiving, please send us an e-mail.