Kanile'a KO-1 Super Tenor Ukulele - Solid Hawaiian Koa | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Kanile'a KO-1 Super Tenor Ukulele delivers exceptional tonal depth and projection through its solid select Hawaiian Koa construction. This premium instrument combines traditional Hawaiian craftsmanship with modern design elements to create an ukulele with outstanding playability, rich resonance, and stunning visual appeal. The larger Super Tenor body size offers enhanced volume and bass response that serious players will appreciate.
Product Overview
Built with solid select Hawaiian Koa for the top, back, and sides, the KO-1 Super Tenor showcases the stunning natural grain patterns and warm coloration that make Koa the most coveted tonewood for authentic ukulele sound. The high-gloss finish enhances the wood's natural beauty while providing excellent protection for years of playing enjoyment.
The comfortable South American mahogany neck pairs perfectly with the Indian rosewood fingerboard and bridge, creating a responsive playing experience with excellent note definition. The pin bridge design provides enhanced string stability and tonal transfer, while the 17" scale length offers comfortable playability while maintaining the rich voice of the Super Tenor body size.
Featuring Kanile'a's innovative TRU-R touch relief bracing system, this ukulele achieves the perfect balance of structural integrity and tonal resonance. This proprietary bracing design allows the soundboard to vibrate more freely, resulting in improved sustain, richer overtones, and more dynamic response across all playing styles.
Ideal For
- Advanced players seeking a professional-quality instrument with enhanced projection and bass response
- Recording artists requiring exceptional tonal clarity and definition across all registers
- Performers who need the additional volume and presence of a larger body size
- Hawaiian music enthusiasts desiring an authentic Koa instrument with traditional craftsmanship
- Musicians looking for a versatile ukulele capable of handling both fingerpicking and strumming techniques
Key Features
Solid Select Hawaiian Koa Construction
The KO-1 features solid select Hawaiian Koa for the top, back, and sides – the premium tonewood that defines authentic ukulele sound. This carefully sourced material provides a warm, balanced tone with excellent projection that will continue to improve with age as the wood matures.
Super Tenor Body Size
The larger Super Tenor body delivers enhanced bass response and overall volume compared to standard tenor ukuleles. This expanded size creates a more guitar-like playing experience while maintaining the characteristic sweetness of the ukulele voice, making it ideal for both solo performance and ensemble playing.
TRU-R Touch Relief Bracing
Kanile'a's exclusive bracing design optimizes the balance between structural stability and acoustic resonance. This innovative system enhances harmonic content and sustain while ensuring the instrument maintains its structural integrity for decades of playing enjoyment.
Premium Tonewoods
The combination of solid Hawaiian Koa for the body, South American mahogany for the neck, and Indian rosewood for the fingerboard and bridge creates a sophisticated tonal palette with excellent note definition, warm mid-range, and clear, singing trebles.
Professional-Grade Hardware
The Kanile'a open geared tuners provide smooth, precise tuning adjustment and excellent tuning stability. The 38mm nut width with 30mm string spacing (G to A) offers comfortable playability for a wide range of hand sizes and playing styles.
What's Included
- Kanile'a KO-1 Super Tenor Ukulele
- Kanile'a padded gigbag for safe transport and storage
- Ukes With Alex LG Nylon Strings (pre-installed)
- Manufacturer's warranty
- Free standard shipping
- Ask us about our professional setup service and in-store ukulele lessons
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body Size | Super Tenor |
| Top | Solid Select Hawaiian Koa |
| Back & Sides | Solid Select Hawaiian Koa |
| Neck | South American Mahogany |
| Bridge | Indian Rosewood, Pin Bridge Design |
| Fingerboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Bracing | TRU-R Touch Relief Bracing |
| Nut Width | 38mm (30mm string spacing at nut G to A) |
| Tuners | Kanile'a Open Geared Tuners |
| Scale Length | 17" |
| Inlays | White Plastic Inlay and Fret Dots |
| Strings | Ukes With Alex LG Nylon Strings |
| Finish | High Gloss |
| Case | Kanile'a Padded Gigbag |
Experience This Premium Hawaiian Ukulele Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the exceptional tone and craftsmanship of the Kanile'a KO-1 Super Tenor Ukulele firsthand. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate this instrument's remarkable sound quality and answer any questions you might have about this authentic Hawaiian masterpiece. Contact us today to check availability or schedule a personal demonstration.
