Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T Ovangol
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Harley Benton
Kahuna CLU-50T Ovangol
Product Info
Article Number:
598166
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Kahuna CLU-50T Ovangol
Category:
Tenor Ukuleles
Price:
$126.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Kahuna CLU-50T is a surprisingly capable tenor uke for the price. The Ovangkol fingerboard adds a touch of refinement, and the pickup system opens up possibilities for amplification. It's a great choice for players wanting a well-built, versatile uke for practice, casual playing, or even small gigs.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Kahuna CLU-50T Ovangol
- Tenor Ukulele with Pickup
- With cutaway
- Body: Acacia
- Arched back
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 430 mm
- 18 Frets
- Nut width: 35 mm
- Pro pickup system with built-in tuner
- Bridge: Ovangkol
- Open chrome tuners
- Strings: Aquila Satine
- Colour: Burst matt
PROS
- • Ovangkol fingerboard provides a warm, articulate tone and comfortable playability.
- • Acacia top delivers a bright, resonant voice with surprisingly good projection.
- • Built-in tuner is genuinely useful for quick adjustments and learning.
- • Mahogany neck offers a stable feel and contributes to a balanced sonic character.
CONS
- • Ovangkol can be a bit brittle; handle with care, especially during string changes.
- • Burst matt finish might feel less premium than glossier options to some players.
- • Open-gear tuners aren't as precise as sealed tuners for extremely fine tuning.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Acacia
Back & Sides
Acacia
Size
Tenor (430mm scale)
Frets
18
Electronics
Pro pickup system with built-in tuner
Weight
Approximately 1.2 lbs (545g) – based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tuner is functional, but its sensitivity means it's best suited for quieter practice spaces; it might struggle in a loud band setting.
The 'C' profile is fairly standard and generally comfortable, but the 35mm nut width might feel a little snug for those with very large hands compared to some other instruments.
It's a very respectable budget-friendly option, delivering a usable amplified tone, though it lacks the nuanced tonal shaping of more premium ukulele pickups.
