A timeless, classic Hawaiian koa body deluxe concert model with rope binding!
This is a concert ukulele from KIDA UkuleleWorks, based in Ehime Prefecture.
Luthier Takeyuki Kida gained extensive experience working in sales and repair for a major musical instrument store for about 10 years, and also involved in piano tuning and manufacturing. Utilizing this experience, he crafts instruments that are refined down to the smallest detail from a player's perspective.
This instrument is a concert model made with 3A grade solid Hawaiian koa with curly grain, inspired by Kamaka's deluxe models. It features rope binding, resulting in a simple yet luxurious design.
The neck is made of mahogany, and the fingerboard and bridge are made of Macassar ebony.
It produces a bright, clear tone that is easy to enjoy, embodying the classic Hawaiian koa concert sound. It pairs well with the standard D'Addario EJ65C clear nylon strings, offering a natural and appealing resonance.
This concert model is highly recommended for those seeking a traditional, high-quality Hawaiian koa ukulele.
KIDA UkuleleWorks, led by Mr. Gakou Kida, is based in Ehime Prefecture. The mountain silhouette in the logo is inspired by Mt. Ishizuchi, the highest peak in Western Japan, symbolizing the luthier's original landscape.
In 2009, he joined a major musical instrument retailer in Japan. He gained extensive experience in neck adjustments, refretting, and electrical repairs, working on the maintenance of thousands of instruments. Later, driven by an interest in woodworking, he ventured into instrument making, completing his first ukulele in 2018. Currently, he primarily crafts tenor and concert ukuleles.
Leveraging his years of repair experience and his perspective as a player who performs in nature through activities like hiking and camping, he strives to create "instruments that can be easily played for a long time." He continues to build ukuleles that accompany rich moments spent in harmony with nature.
