Kai KCI-100G-BL Concert Ukulele
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Kai
KCI-100G-BL Concert Ukulele
Product Info
Article Number:
498428
Brand:
Kai
Model:
KCI-100G-BL Concert Ukulele
Category:
Concert Ukuleles
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Kai KCI-100G-BL is a really solid entry-level concert ukulele offering a lot of bang for your buck. The sapele top gives it a sweeter voice than many instruments in its price range, and the unique finish is a real standout. This is a great choice for beginners or players looking for a fun, affordable instrument to take to jams or lessons.
Product Description
- Kai KCI-100G-BL Concert Ukulele
- Concert Ukulele
- Top: Solid sapele
- Back & Sides: Sapele
- Neck: Nato
- Fretboard: Macassar
- Fretboard inlays: Seagulls and boat
- Headstock: Slotted
- Scale: 37.5 cm
- Nut width: 3.5 cm
- Nut: Nubone
- 18 Frets
- Machine heads: Classic design
- black/bronze
- Bridge: Macassar with nubone saddle
- Strings: D'Addario Nyltech
- Finish: High-gloss
- Colour: Green/Blue stained
- Includes a KCB-100 gig bag
PROS
- • Solid sapele top delivers a surprisingly rich and warm tone.
- • Nubone nut and saddle improve sustain and tuning stability.
- • Slotted headstock enhances tuning precision and aesthetic appeal.
- • The green/blue stained finish is unique and visually striking.
CONS
- • Sapele back and sides, while functional, limit the overall tonal projection.
- • Classic machine heads might feel a bit basic for experienced players.
- • High-gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sapele
Back & Sides
Sapele
Size
Concert
Frets
18
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 1.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The sapele top offers a warmer, slightly more mellow tone than mahogany, with a bit more emphasis on the lower frequencies. It’s a nice alternative if you prefer a less bright, more rounded sound.
The fret profile is fairly standard, and with 18 frets, there’s plenty of range to explore. It shouldn’t pose any major issues for a beginner, though calluses will still develop!
The included gig bag is functional and provides basic protection from scratches and dust. For more serious travel, a padded hard case would be a worthwhile investment.
