Gewa Manoa K-SO-BBE Soprano Bambus
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Gewa
Manoa K-SO-BBE Soprano Bambus
Product Info
Article Number:
496122
Brand:
Gewa
Model:
Manoa K-SO-BBE Soprano Bambus
Category:
Soprano Ukuleles
Price:
$108.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Gewa Manoa K-SO-BBE is a neat little ukulele – the bamboo gives it a surprisingly mellow voice, and the built-in preamp makes it easy to plug in. It's a great option for beginners or anyone looking for a portable, amplified soprano with a unique aesthetic, especially if you enjoy a warmer, less bright tone.
Product Description
- Gewa Manoa K-SO-BBE Soprano Bambus
- Soprano Ukulele with Pickup
- Body and neck: Solid bamboo
- Fretboard and bridge: Bamboo
- Laser-engraved herringbone rosette
- 12 Frets
- Scale: 350 mm
- Nut width: 35 mm
- Nut and saddle: Bone
- Chrome-plated
- open machine heads with black buttons
- Pickup: UCT-2 preamp with 2-band EQ and tuner
- Ex-factory stringing: Aquila Supernylgut
- Finish: Satin finish
- Colour: Natural
- Gig bag included
PROS
- • Solid bamboo construction yields a surprisingly warm, resonant tone.
- • Bone nut and saddle enhance sustain and improve tuning stability.
- • Integrated UCT-2 preamp offers convenient amplification and tuning capabilities.
- • Open-gear tuners provide a vintage aesthetic and reliable tuning.
CONS
- • Bamboo can be susceptible to humidity changes, requiring careful storage.
- • Soprano scale limits low-end response and can be cramped for larger hands.
- • Satin finish, while attractive, might show fingerprints more readily.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Bamboo
Back & Sides
Solid Bamboo
Size
Soprano (350 mm scale)
Frets
12
Electronics
UCT-2 preamp with 2-band EQ and tuner
Weight
Approximately 18 oz (510 g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bamboo offers a warmer, slightly muted tone compared to the brighter, more focused sound of mahogany or koa. It’s more mellow and can be a nice change if you prefer a less aggressive ukulele.
The UCT-2 is a basic but functional preamp – it’ll get you heard, but don't expect high-end studio quality. It’s perfectly adequate for small gigs and practice sessions.
Bamboo is sensitive to humidity, so yes, it *can* warp. Keep it in a stable environment and consider a humidifier/dehumidifier if you live in a very humid or dry area.
