Signature Series "ʻŌhiʻa"

Name: Signature Series "ʻŌhiʻa"
Brand: Kanileʻa ʻUkulele & Guitar
SKU: 29500
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Signature Series "ʻŌhiʻa"

SN. 29500

The Custom Tenor “ʻŌhiʻa” is a striking one-of-a-kind instrument that blends artistry, symbolism, and meticulous Hawaiian craftsmanship. Featuring a Curly Sequoia Redwood top paired with the legendary “The Tree” Mahogany back and sides, it delivers a rich, expressive voice with remarkable clarity and depth. Premium koa accents including binding, bevel cutaway, armrest, and trimmed sound ports add visual warmth and elevate its playability. Custom Craig Lavin inlays on the headstock and fretboard bring a storytelling element to the design. The ʻŌhiʻa stands as both a musical masterpiece and a tribute to the native forests that inspire it.

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Honoring the Endemic ʻŌhiʻa

The ʻŌhiʻa tree holds deep significance in Hawaiian culture symbolizing strength, resilience, and the sacred bond between the land and its people. Often the first to grow on fresh lava flows, ʻŌhiʻa represents renewal and steadfastness in the face of change. In naming this custom instrument “ʻŌhiʻa,” we honor the moʻolelo, the cultural legacy, and the enduring spirit of one of Hawaiʻi’s most important native trees.

Crafted With Meaningful, Exceptional Materials

This custom tenor blends rare and meaningful tonewoods: a Master Sequoia Redwood soundboard for warmth and responsiveness, paired with “The Tree” Mahogany back and sides for depth and visual artistry. Accented with koa binding, trim, and appointments, along with Craig Lavin’s custom inlay work, the instrument showcases a harmony of exceptional materials, refined craftsmanship, and natural beauty, each element chosen with intention and respect for its origin.

Rooted in Our Commitment to Reforest Hawaiʻi

The ʻŌhiʻa stands as a reminder of the forests we are committed to restoring. Through native reforestation efforts in Hawaiʻi, Kanileʻa works to protect the ecosystems that give life to our craft. This custom instrument not only celebrates the trees that inspire us, but also reflects our responsibility to plant, nurture, and rebuild the native forests that future generations will inherit.