Harley Benton Hawaii Koa Soprano Ukulele
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Harley Benton
Hawaii Koa Soprano Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
398075
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Hawaii Koa Soprano Ukulele
Category:
Soprano Ukuleles
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton is a fantastic entry point into the world of Koa ukuleles. The bright Aquila strings and comfortable neck make it a joy to play, especially for beginners or those wanting a classic Hawaiian sound on a budget. It's a solid option for strumming along to your favorite tunes and learning the basics.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Hawaii Koa Soprano Ukulele
- Soprano Ukulele
- Body made of laminated original Hawaiian Koa
- Neck: Okoume
- Fretboard and bridge: Reconstituted wood
- Nut width: 38 mm
- Markings in the 5th
- 10th and 12th fret
- 15 Frets
- Crown headstock with Hawaiian Koa veneer
- Lasered HB logo
- Single machine heads with black buttons
- Saddle and bridge insert: Bonelite
- Original stringing: Aquila strings
- Colour: Natural light gloss
PROS
- • Genuine Koa veneer headstock adds visual flair and a touch of class.
- • Okoume neck provides a comfortable playing experience with good stability.
- • Aquila strings offer a bright, lively tone characteristic of Hawaiian ukuleles.
- • Surprisingly well-intimated for a budget-friendly instrument; playable right out of the box.
CONS
- • Laminated Koa body lacks the resonance and complexity of solid wood.
- • Machine heads feel a bit cheap and may require occasional tuning.
- • Reconstituted wood fretboard can be prone to minor fret sprout over time.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Laminated Hawaiian Koa
Back & Sides
Laminated Hawaiian Koa
Size
Soprano (23 in)
Frets
15
Electronics
None
Weight
1.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The description specifies 'original Hawaiian Koa', but it's almost certainly legally sourced and processed elsewhere due to import regulations, not grown and milled in Hawaii.
Laminated Koa offers a brighter, less complex tone than solid Koa; it's more focused and less resonant, but still pleasing and characteristic of Hawaiian instruments.
The fret ends are generally well-finished, but some players may prefer to have them slightly smoothed for an even more comfortable playing experience – a common tweak on budget instruments.
