Kamaka Hawaiian Koa Ukuleles

In 1879, the Portuguese master
craftsman and instrument maker Manuel Nunes arrived in the Hawaiian
Islands with Joao Fernandes and Augustine Dias, two other instrument
makers. Together they invented and developed the ukulele. A few years
later, young Samuel Kaialiilii Kamaka began his apprenticeship under
Manuel Nunes (More on Ukulele History). In 1916 he instituted the Kamaka Ukulele and Guitar Works
in Honolulu. Sons Sam and Fred joined the operation in 1941. In 1968 the
firm incorporated in the name Kamaka Hawaii, Inc. The instruments are
now sold under the name "Kamaka" Hawaii. Today Chris Kamaka
and Fred Kamaka Jr. carry on the tradition.
The
history and progress of Kamaka ukuleles is marked by a never-ending process
of design, redesign and experimentation in order to produce instruments
with the many and varying tonal and playing characteristics required by
professional and amateur musicians alike. Many of their craftsman come
from the ranks of the physically handicapped who take great pride in
their creations. Kamaka instruments are tuned to GCEA and are assembled
under ideal atmospheric conditions of 70 degrees F. and 40-45% humidity.
They are well made instruments with excellent tone, that improves with
age. The Kamaka ukulele is recognized around the world for it's quality
and beauty.
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Kamaka Koa Standard/Soprano Ukuleles
Hawaiian Koa wood,
polished lacquer finish to show the fine grain highlights. The Deluxe Model has binding on the top.
Excellent tone. The standard is also know as soprano. Tuning: G C
E A, low to high (the fourth string is tuned higher than the third
and second strings-it's a whole step below the first string). Average Dimensions: 20 1/2" x 6 3/4" x 2 1/2". |
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HF-1
Kamaka Koa Standard Soprano: Hawaiian Koa wood,
polished lacquer finish to show the fine grain highlights. Views: Front, Back
Listen to a HF-1 Ukulele
- Overall length: 20-1/8"
- Scale length: 13-9/16"
- Total # frets: 16
- Frets to the body: 12
- View: Full
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$690.00 |
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HP-1 Kamaka Koa Pineapple: Kamaka's signature ukulele, designed and patented in 1928 by Samuel K. Kamaka. The Pineapple has a unique, oval-shaped body and produces a resonant, mellow sound distinct from the traditional figure-eight.
Listen to a HP-1 Ukulele
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- Overall length: 20-1/8"
- Scale length: 13-9/16"
- Total # frets: 16
- Frets to the body: 12
Kamaka hard case is included. |
$690.00 |
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HF-1D Kamaka Koa Standard Deluxe: Hawaiian Koa wood, polished lacquer finish to show the fine grain
highlights. Choice woods & Excellent tone. Also known as a Soprano Deluxe. Featuring maple binding, rope purfling, and a rope rosette around the sound hole. The fingerboard and bridge are ebony.
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- Overall length: 20-1/8"
- Scale length: 13-9/16"
- Total # frets: 16
- Frets to the body: 12
- View: Back, Front
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1420.00 |
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Kamaka Concert Koa Ukuleles
Intermediate in
size between the standard and tenor uke. Koa wood with a fuller
tone, that retains the ease of action of the smaller standard
ukulele. Tuning: G C E A, low to high (the fourth string is tuned
higher than the third and second strings-it's a whole step below
the first string). Average Dimensions: 23 3/4" x 8" x 3
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HF-2
Kamaka Concert Ukulele: Intermediate size between the standard and tenor. Has a fuller tone, while retaining the ease of the smaller standard. Also known as an Alto. Views: Front, Back
Listen to a HF-2 Ukulele
- Overall length: 23-1/2"
- Scale length: 15"
- Total # frets: 16
- Frets to the body: 12
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$860.00 |
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HB-2D
Kamaka Concert Bell Shaped Deluxe: Also known as "Ohta-san," this bell-shaped ukulele was designed by Sam Kamaka Jr. and Herbert Ohta in 1965. It produces sharp, clear tones, and was designed primarily for picking purposes. Deluxe features are maple binding, rope purfling, and a rope rosette around the sound hole. The fingerboard and bridge are ebony. Together with the beautiful binding,
this celebrity model ukulele looks a lot like a tiny 14-fret
guitar. These are sweet ukuleles and have a great tone, along with
a unique low G-string. A bit more bass -- a fuller ukulele tone.
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- Overall length: 24-3/4"
- Scale length: 15-15/16"
- Total # frets: 18
- Frets to the body: 14
- View: Full, Full II
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1700.00 |
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Kamaka Tenor Koa Ukuleles
The Tenor 4, 6 and
8 strings are pride of the KAMAKA line made from select Hawaiian
Koa wood, with a lacquer finish. They have 14 exposed frets of an
18 fret fingerboard. These are very rich and unique instruments in
sound, played with standard ukulele tuning and fingering. Average Dimensions: 27" x 8 1/2" x 3 1/2". |
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HF-3
Kamaka Tenor 4 Ukulele:. Deep rich sound emanates from this full
bodied tenor Hawaiian Koa uke with high quality gear tuners. Fine tonal quality and full-bodied sound. Generally preferred by professional entertainers. The comfortable size and scale length of the tenor 4-string make it one of Kamaka's most popular models. Views: Front, Back
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Listen to a HF-3 Ukulele
- Overall length: 27-1/8"
- Scale length: 17"
- Total # frets: 18
- Frets to the body: 14
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1020.00 |
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HF-36
Kamaka Tenor 6 String Ukulele: The 6
string has doubled first and third strings tuned in octaves. Tuning 6 String: G CC E AA
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octave higher C string and an octave lower A string. Also known as "the Liliu," the Tenor 6-String was designed by Sam Kamaka Jr. in 1959 to commemorate Hawaii statehood and pay tribute to Hawaii's last reigning monarch, Queen Liliuokalani. In 1978, a Liliu was presented to the White House as Hawaii's Regional Gift.
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Listen to a HF-36 Ukulele
- Overall length: 27-3/4"
- Scale length: 17"
- Total # frets: 18
- Frets to the body: 14
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1100.00 |
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HF-38 Kamaka Tenor 8 String Ukulele: The 8 string has all four strings doubled with the third and
fourth pairs tuned in octaves. Tuning 8 String: GG CC EE AA - the
two G's are an octave apart, the C's are an octave apart, the E's
are unison, and the A's are unison. Played with standard ukulele tuning and fingering, the sound is rich and unique. The paired strings are played
together like a twelve string guitar.
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Also known as "the Liliu VIII," the Tenor 8-String was designed by Sam Kamaka Jr. in 1976 to commemorate the Bicentennial of the United States.
- Overall length: 27-3/4"
- Scale length: 17"
- Total # frets: 18
- Frets to the body: 14
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1180.00 |
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Kamaka Baritone Ukulele Model |
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HF-4
Kamaka Baritone Ukulele: A fine addition to the KAMAKA line is the
largest size ukulele. Made from select grain Koa wood, with 14
exposed frets of an 18 fret fingerboard. Many guitar players
prefer this instrument because it is tuned like the highest four
strings on a guitar. A handsome instrument with excellent tonal
qualities. Tuning: D G B E, like the top four strings of a guitar.
Listen to a HF-4 Ukulele
- Overall length: 30-1/2"
- Scale length: 20-1/8"
- Total # frets: 19
- Frets to the body: 14
Lanikai hard case is included. |
$1180.00 |
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Ukulele Cases |
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Lanikai Hard Case Included
with Every Kamaka ukulele! |
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Pono Deluxe Case. **Case priced for
purchase with Kamaka ukulele only. |
$75.00 |
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