Flight Vanguard Tenor E-Ukulele TBK
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Vanguard Tenor E-Ukulele TBK
Product Info
Article Number:
540498
Brand:
Flight
Model:
Vanguard Tenor E-Ukulele TBK
Category:
Tenor Ukuleles
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Flight Vanguard TBK is a really interesting take on the electric ukulele. It's surprisingly versatile thanks to the humbucker pickups, capable of everything from mellow Hawaiian vibes to crunchy rock tones. This is a great option for players wanting a stage-ready uke with a solid feel and a distinctive voice.
Product Description
- Flight Vanguard Tenor E-Ukulele TBK
- Tenor Electric Ukulele
- Solid Body
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Flamed maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
- Fretboard binding
- Bone nut
- Zero fret
- Nut width: 35 mm
- Scale: 432 mm
- Frets: 19
- Pickups: 2 Humbuckers
- 1 Volume and 1 tone control
- 3-Way switch
- Zero fret
- Hardtail bridge
- Colour: Transparent Black High Gloss
- Incl. gig bag
PROS
- • Solid mahogany body offers a warm, resonant core tone.
- • Flamed maple top adds visual flair and a touch of brightness.
- • Humbucker pickups deliver a surprisingly powerful, rock-ready sound.
- • Zero fret enhances sustain and improves intonation consistency.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can become slightly weighty for extended playing sessions.
- • 3-way switch limits tonal versatility compared to more complex controls.
- • Rosewood fretboard might require occasional oiling for optimal feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Flamed Maple
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Size
Tenor
Frets
19
Electronics
2 Humbuckers, 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 3-Way Switch
Weight
1.8 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The zero fret eliminates string pressure at the nut, contributing to improved sustain and a more even response across the fretboard – it's a subtle but noticeable improvement.
They're surprisingly versatile; while they can handle rock, dialing back the volume and tone gives a usable warmth for a variety of genres – experimentation is key.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'C' shape, fairly standard for a tenor ukulele, so it should be manageable even for players with bigger hands, though a quick test is always recommended.
