Brands from Oahu, Hawaii Used 2016 Ko'olau Model 400, their flagship model.
A ukulele maker known as the treasure of Hawaii. Ko'olau ( This is the top-of-the-line Ko'olau Model 400 in tenor size. The serial number and label are autographed by John Kitakis, Noah Bonk, and Andrew Bonk, confirming that this instrument was produced in 2016, at the peak of their career, under a collaborative family production system.
The body is crafted from the finest bright Hawaiian Koa wood, featuring eye-catching, exotic vertical grain. The headstock features a beautiful mother-of-pearl logo and the slotted headstock is equipped with world-class Waverley gold tuning machines. Combined with the ebony buttons, this guitar exudes the dignified aura of an antique instrument.
In terms of sound, the powerful tension provided by the slotted headstock and the black nylon strings work perfectly together, producing a thick, sweet, and exquisite tone with the overwhelming volume you'd expect from a tenor. It's currently tuned to a Hi-G setting.
Strap pins are attached to the neck heel and end.
Approximately nine years after its creation, the wood has stabilized and the sound is outstanding. This is a masterpiece that demonstrates the skill of a skilled craftsman.
Body: Hawaiian Koa
Neck: Mahogany
Fretboard, Bridge, Headplate: Ebony
Rosette: Avalon
Binding: Ebony
Peg: Waverly Gold Ebony Bottun
Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer gloss finish & satin neck
Nut and Saddle: Bone
Side Position Mark: MOP
Head Logo: MOP
Size: Tenor
Scale: 430mm
Nut: 35mm
Guaranteed used with original hard case
*The original hard case is damaged, so we recommend purchasing a new case separately.
