The Ultimate Hawaiian Expression: Kala Satin Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele

Experience the pinnacle of Hawaiian musical tradition with the Kala Satin Hawaiian Koa Tenor Ukulele (KA T), an instrument that showcases the most traditional and revered of all Hawaiian ukulele woods in the powerful tenor format. Koa stands as the legendary tonewood that has been sought after by builders and players alike for generations, representing the very soul of Hawaiian musical heritage and the ultimate expression of what a ukulele can be. This exceptional tenor ukulele celebrates genuine Hawaiian Koa in all its natural magnificence, providing an authentic connection to the islands where the ukulele first enchanted the world and became an enduring symbol of musical joy and cultural identity. The inherent beauty of Koa lies in its remarkable diversity, offering a great degree of variety and individuality in wood grain and figuring from ukulele to ukulele, ensuring that every instrument is a completely unique masterpiece that tells its own distinctive visual and tonal story.

Masterfully crafted to highlight Koa's naturally elegant figuring, this tenor ukulele features a beautiful satin finish that preserves and enhances the wood's organic splendor while providing a smooth, refined playing surface that feels as exquisite as it sounds. The sophisticated aesthetic is elevated by striking black binding that creates dramatic contrast against the rich golden, amber, and chocolate tones characteristic of premium Hawaiian Koa, while the distinctive black-pearloid-black rosette adds an element of visual luxury that perfectly complements the wood's natural elegance. The tenor size provides the optimal platform for showcasing Koa's legendary acoustic properties at their finest, offering enhanced volume, projection, and tonal depth that allows the wood's complex character to fully develop and shine. Hawaiian Koa is celebrated for its warm, rich tones with exceptional sustain and harmonic complexity that evolve and mature beautifully over time, rewarding players with an instrument that actually improves with age and regular playing as the wood opens up and reveals new depths of musical expression. The larger tenor body amplifies these desirable characteristics while providing comfortable string spacing and enhanced bass response that makes this instrument equally suitable for sophisticated fingerpicking, powerful strumming, and everything in between. Premium appointments ensure both exceptional performance and playing comfort, including a smooth rosewood fingerboard that enhances both playability and tonal warmth, reliable Graph Tech NuBone® nut and saddle for optimal string performance and perfect intonation, and high-quality D'Addario® Titanium strings that complement Koa's natural voice with exceptional clarity, projection, and tuning stability. With 19 frets providing extended range capabilities in the tenor format and dimensions that offer the perfect balance of projection and playability, this Hawaiian Koa tenor represents not just an exceptional musical instrument, but a genuine piece of Hawaiian cultural heritage that connects players to the islands' rich musical traditions and the timeless appeal of the world's most cherished ukulele tonewood.

• Most Traditional Hawaiian Wood: Genuine Hawaiian Koa sought after by builders and players worldwide
• Ultimate Hawaiian Expression: Tenor size showcases Koa's legendary properties at their finest
• Individual Wood Character: Great variety in grain and figuring makes each ukulele completely unique
• Naturally Elegant Figuring: Satin finish highlights Koa's organic beauty and distinctive patterns
• Enhanced Tenor Advantages: Superior volume, projection, and tonal depth in the popular tenor format
• Sophisticated Visual Design: Black binding and black-pearloid-black rosette create striking contrast
• Matures Over Time: Koa's complex tones develop and improve beautifully with age and playing
• Extended Musical Range: 19 frets provide additional possibilities for advanced playing techniques
• Premium Hardware Package: Graph Tech NuBone® components and D'Addario® Titanium strings
• Cultural Heritage Connection: Genuine piece of Hawaiian musical tradition and island craftsmanship