Harley Benton Kahuna-C Dolphin

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Harley Benton Kahuna-C Dolphin

Harley Benton

Kahuna-C Dolphin

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 500639
Model: Kahuna-C Dolphin
Price: $36.30

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

Seriously, for the price, this Harley Benton Dolphin is a steal. The mahogany gives it a mellow, traditional ukulele voice, and the upgraded Aquila strings really shine. It's perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a solid, playable concert ukulele without emptying their wallet.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton Kahuna-C Dolphin
  • Concert Ukulele
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Neck: Okoume
  • Fretboard: Purpleheart
  • 18 Frets
  • Fret markings at position 5/7/10/12/15
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • Matching headstock with lasered logo
  • DLX chrome machine heads with black buttons
  • Purpleheart wooden bridge
  • Bone nut and saddle
  • Strings: Aquila
  • Colour: Natural matte with lasered dolphin motif
PROS
  • • Solid mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones ideal for Hawaiian music
  • • Okoume neck provides a surprisingly stable and comfortable playing experience
  • • Purpleheart fretboard offers a smooth feel and attractive visual contrast
  • • Equipped with Aquila strings, a significant upgrade over cheaper ukulele strings
CONS
  • • Purpleheart fretboard can be prone to slight finish imperfections, common at this price point
  • • Mahogany body, while warm, lacks the bright projection of some other tonewoods
  • • Limited fret markers may be challenging for beginner players to navigate

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Mahogany
Back & Sides Mahogany
Size Concert
Frets 18
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 1.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Okoume neck has a comfortable 'C' shape, slightly thinner than some older, bulkier ukulele necks – a welcome surprise at this price.
The laser etching is a surface treatment; heavy handling or abrasive cleaning could potentially fade it over time, but it's generally quite robust.
Purpleheart is a naturally varied wood; slight color and grain variations are normal, and minor finish imperfections can occasionally occur, but they don't affect playability.

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