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Sound Pure's Take

Until you've played a Kanile'a, you haven't really played a Ukulele. This one in particular has the warmth and magic of the islands in its tone. The grain is devastatingly beautiful (it's all upgraded curly Koa) and the palm tree inlay is so intricate it looks 3-dimensional. If you haven't seen this grade of Koa up-close, take a good hard look at these pictures...tell me it doesn't remind you of sunlight reflecting off the ocean.

The first thing you'll notice is how solid and taut it feels compared to the "toys" that are often passed off as Ukes. This is a real joy to play. Give it a strum and notice how full, round and clear each note sounds. Incredible definition. There's nothing less than professional about this instrument. The neck profile is big enough to get a grip on and very comfortable.

“Concert” is my favorite size. It’s bigger than tenors and sopranos, and thus has more headroom, but it’s still tuned GCEA. In my opinion, you need that high string before the low ones to really get the Uke sound.

Ukuleles are in many ways the perfect instrument and I don’t think any musician should be without one. No matter where you’re going, your Uke wants to come. Chord progressions, single string melodies, vocal accompaniment, rhythm in an ensemble. A Uke can handle it all. Even if that "6th" chord sound is too tropical for you, just play with the tuners a little and figure out something you like! 

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From Other (Miscellanous Used/Vintage/Consign)

We specialize in standard to professional grade musical instruments. Each 'ukulele is finely hand crafted using the highest grade, well-seasoned wood and scaled to produce a perfect intonation.

Curly Koa Body (Upgrade)

Rosewood Fret Board and Bridge

Paua Abalone position dots and Palm Tree Headstock Inlay (Upgrade)

  • South American mahogany neck
  • Rounded back
  • Bridge Pins
  • Chrome Geared Grover Tuner Keys
  • UV Curved high gloss Polyester finish
  • Aquila Corde Strings
  • Hard Shell Plush Case

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

Not eligible for Try Before You Buy or the 48-hour approval period. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.

Sound Pure Studios Control Room A — Durham, NC

Sound Pure Studios · Durham, NC

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