Kanile'a K-1 T CORE Tenor Ukulele Hawaiian Koa UV Gloss #29352

2025 is an important year for Kanile'a as they rewrite their whole catalogue and produce three distinctive models for the first time Natural, Core and Pro.

This K-1 T Core model is the first to land in the UK at SUS and features the most familiar spec of Kanile'a Ukulele of the bunch. Truthfully, we are always really impressed with the K1 Kanile'a tenor ukuleles, with the K-1 being the simplest aesthetically as well as the most well known model among ukulele enthusiasts.

Alex from our videos has proclaimed Kanile'a many times the ukulele builders in the world that consistently produce world class instruments - It's a premium priced ukulele but if you want the purest and most lyrical uke; Kanile'a just don't disappoint. Their instruments have incredible finishes, really second to none, and they possess incredible poise, both physically and sonically. They feel so light in the hand, thanks to very clever bracing and beautifully refined, high quality thin wood being used.

Everything on the bodies is designed to maximise vibrations - the TRU-R bracing allows the top to ring for longer, the internal binding top the top and back is as minimal as possible without compromising structural integrity, and the wood is very carefully selected for the correct grain properties which allows the soundwaves to be created. And everything is put together by master craftsmen, who love what they do, and this shows.

All this attention to detail results in a huge but crystal clear and balanced sound, endless sustain and very pretty and complex harmonics in the sound. You really can do everything on a Kanile'a!

This model, the K-1 T Core tenor ukulele is made of solid deluxe grade Hawaiian koa, with an ebony fretboard and bridge. All Kanile'a models come with Kanile'a's patented TRU-R bracing. The Core series come with a fast curing UV gloss finish on the body and a satin finish on the mahogany neck. The TRU-R bracing pattern allows even less contact between the braces and top allowing for a truer vibration and a noticeable increase in sustain on all models. Finally, Kanile'a K-1 models will come with an updated ebony headstock faceplate and white pearl inlays.

Specification:
Solid deluxe Hawaiian koa body
Ebony fret board and bridge
White pearl position dots
South American mahogany neck
Ebony bridge pins
TRU-R bracing
Geared grover tuner keys
UV gloss finish
Kanile'a Fluorocarbon strings with a bronze low G
38mm nut width
17" scale length
Kanile'a padded gigbag

Learn about the difference between Natural, Core and Pro Kanile'a Ukuleles in the video below. Please note that the Core range represents Kanile'a as we already know them. Most Kanile'a players will choose the Core models.

Confused about which Hawaiian K brand to get? Perhaps this video showing off last year's K-1 model will help?