Honu Series

Name: Honu Series
Brand: kanileaukulele
Price: 1995.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$1,995.00 USD

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The Kanileʻa Honu Series ʻUkulele beautifully blends traditional Hawaiian craftsmanship with modern innovation. Crafted from solid Hawaiian Koa for the front, back, and sides, this ukulele delivers a rich, resonant tone and a visually striking appearance. The solid mahogany neck, paired with an ebony fingerboard, bridge, and head plate, ensures durability and a smooth, comfortable playing experience.

The HNS model is uniquely adorned with three Honus inlaid on the soundboard in Pāua Abalone, complemented by tortoise front binding for a sophisticated touch. The logo and position markers are also inlaid with Pāua Abalone, adding to its elegant design. A UV-cured gloss body finish and silky smooth neck enhance both beauty and playability.

Kanileʻa’s exclusive features make the HNS truly exceptional, including gold geared tuners with a precise 16:1 ratio for stable tuning, a radiused back for improved sound projection, and the TRU-R Bracing System for superior tonal clarity. Ebony bridge pins provide added string stability, ensuring every note is clear and resonant.

This model comes with a premium carrying case and is available in all sizes, finishes, and wood grades, including Deluxe, Premium, and Master grade Koa, with Deluxe grade Koa as the default.

Specs

Body Size	String Count	Soundboard Material	Back & Side Material	Headstock Shape
-	-	-	-	Kanileʻa Crown Headstock
Tuners	Finish Type	Nut and Saddle	Soundhole	Side Sound Port
Kanileʻa Open Geared Gold	-	White NuBone	Traditional	-
Fretboard Radius	Bevel Cutaway	Arm Comfort	Headstock Logo Material	Front Position Marker Material
16"	-	-	Pāua Abalone	Pāua Abalone
Rosette Material	Soundboard Inlay	Front Binding	Back Binding	Fretboard Binding
-	Pāua Abalone Honu (Turtles)	Tortoise Plastic Binding	-	-
String Type	Scale Length	Radiused Body	Neck Material	Nut Width
Worth Fluorocarbon High-G	-	-	Single Piece Genuine Mahogany	-
Fretboard & Bridge Material	Head Plate	Side Position Marker Material	Purfling	Tail Strip
Ebony	Ebony	Pāua Abalone	-	-
Back Strip	Strap Buttons	Electronics	Stain	Case Option
-	-	-	-	Premium Gig Case

3 Honu Inlaid in Pāua Abalone

The Kanileʻa Honu ʻUkulele features three intricately designed Honu inlays on the soundboard, crafted from stunning Pāua Abalone. Each Honu represents not only the beauty of Hawaiian marine life but also symbolizes wisdom, protection, and longevity in Hawaiian culture. The vibrant colors of the Pāua Abalone shimmer in the light, creating a striking visual focal point that enhances the ukulele’s overall elegance. These exquisite inlays celebrate the harmony between nature and craftsmanship, making each Honu ʻUkulele a unique piece of art that resonates with the spirit of Hawaii. When this model was originally introduced, Kanileʻa founders Joe and Kristen Souza had three young sons, which is why there are three Honu inlays on the body. This design element has remained unchanged, even though all three sons are now a significant part of the company.

Tortoise Front Binding

The Honu Series is elegantly framed with tortoise front binding, which serves both aesthetic and practical purposes. This striking binding enhances the ukulele's visual appeal, creating a beautiful contrast against the rich Hawaiian Koa body and drawing the eye to its curves. Beyond its decorative function, the tortoise binding also protects the raw wood edges from wear and tear, ensuring the longevity of the instrument. This thoughtful combination of beauty and durability exemplifies Kanileʻa's commitment to craftsmanship, making each Honu ʻUkulele not only a work of art but also a reliable companion for musicians.

Pāua Abalone Logo and Position Markers

The Kanileʻa Honu ʻUkulele features exquisite Pāua Abalone position markers and logo inlays, adding elegance and distinction to its design. Sourced from our Polynesian cousins in Aotearoa (New Zealand), the vibrant hues of the Pāua Abalone create a stunning visual contrast against the ebony fingerboard, making navigation effortless for players. These intricate inlays not only elevate the ukulele’s aesthetic appeal but also symbolize the deep cultural connections within the Pacific. Each Honu model reflects Kanileʻa's commitment to craftsmanship, ensuring that beauty and functionality harmoniously coexist in every note you play.