Kanile'a's quintessential soprano, enjoying the functional beauty without embellishment and the pure resonance of Hawaiian Koa.
The "K-1S/Core" is a soprano model from Kanile'a's standard line, showcasing its identity in its simplest form. The "Core" in the model number signifies the pure, essential structure of the ukulele at Kanile'a, designed to let you directly experience the wood's resonance and functional beauty.
The K-1 series is characterized by its ultimate simplicity, intentionally stripping away embellishments like binding. The beautiful grain of the solid Hawaiian Koa, luxuriously used for the top, sides, and back, immediately catches the eye.
The internal structure features Kanile'a's unique patented "TRU-R Bracing System." By achieving maximum lightness while maintaining body strength, it allows for resonant vibrations the moment strings are strummed, producing an overwhelmingly clear and three-dimensional modern sound. Furthermore, the "Radiused Back" structure, with its gently curved backboard, provides a rich volume and pleasant sound dispersion that belies its soprano size.
The fretboard and bridge are made of jet-black ebony, ensuring excellent durability and smooth playability. The tuning pegs are Kanile'a's original GOTOH tuners with ebony buttons.
This instrument delivers a quintessential sound, perfectly blending the crisp lightness of Hawaiian Koa with a thick, robust bass range. By eliminating unnecessary adornments, it allows for a direct experience of its exquisite resonance and wood grain, making it a high-quality instrument worthy of long-term enjoyment.
Size: Soprano
Top: Solid Hawaiian Koa
Sides/Back: Solid Hawaiian Koa
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Fretboard: Ebony Bridge: Ebony
Headplate: Ebony
Tuners: GOTOH geared tuners with Kanile'a original buttons
Bridge Pins: Ebony
Nut/Saddle: NuBone
Bracing: TRU-R Bracing System
Back Structure: Radiused Back
Finish: UV Gloss (body) / UV Silk (neck)
Included: Premium Carrying Case
New with one-year warranty
