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Kanile'a K-2S/Premium 2014
Kanile'a K-2S/Premium 2014
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This is a used 2014 K-2 series premium grade Hawaiian Koa soprano ukulele with tortoise binding, a true classic.
The K-2 series with tortoise binding is now out of production. This particular instrument was purchased in 2014 at the showroom attached to the factory in Kaneohe, on the east coast of Oahu, Hawaii, making it a special one-of-a-kind piece.
The beautiful grain of the premium grade Hawaiian koa used generously on the top, sides, and back immediately catches the eye.
The internal structure features the unique patented "TRU-R Bracing System". By maintaining body strength while achieving extreme lightness, it allows for stress-free resonance the moment the strings are plucked, creating an overwhelmingly clear and three-dimensional modern sound. Furthermore, the "Radiused Back Structure" with its gently rounded back board achieves a rich volume and pleasant sound expansion that is unexpected for a soprano size.
The pegs are Kanile'a original Gotoh tuners with ebony buttons.
Despite being a 2014 model, there are no noticeable scratches, and it is in very good, clean condition. Having been played moderately, the sound has significantly increased in volume compared to when it was new, with a splendid lightness and a thick, rich bass range. Highly recommended for those looking for a great value soprano ukulele.
Size: Soprano
Top: Solid Hawaiian Koa Premium Grade
Sides/Back: Solid Hawaiian Koa Premium Grade
Neck: Solid Mahogany
Fretboard: Ebony Bridge: Rosewood
Headplate: Rosewood
Pegs: Gotoh Kanile'a Original Geared Tuners
Nut/Saddle: NuBone
Bracing: TRU-R Bracing System
Back Structure: Radiused Back
Finish: UV Gloss (body) / UV Silk (neck)
Nut Width: 37mm
Scale Length: 346mm
Comes with semi-hard case
Six-month warranty on used items
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Kanile'a
Kanileʻa ʻUkulele(カニレア・ウクレレ) は、1998年にハワイ・オアフ島でジョー・ソウザ氏とクリステン・ソウザ氏によって設立されたブランドである。
ジョー氏は、家族や仲間と歌い奏でる“カニカピラ”文化の中で育ち、名工ピーター “Uncle Pete” バミューデス氏のもとで製作技術を学ぶ。その後自宅ガレージで工房をスタートし、現在ではハワイを代表するウクレレブランドへと成長した。
伝統を大切にしながらも革新的な設計を積極的に取り入れており、独自の「TRUブレーシング」や快適性を高める各種構造など、演奏性と響きを追求した独創的な楽器作りで知られている。また、製作した楽器1本につき1本のコアの木を植樹する活動も行っており、ハワイの自然と文化を次世代へ繋ぐ取り組みを続けている。