The Powerful Voice of Spruce, the Warmth of Mahogany
Not all beginner ukuleles are created equal. The Koki'o stands out for its choice of materials and construction quality that place it in a higher category. Its voice comes from the most classic and cherished wood combination in luthiery: a Spruce top, which ensures a loud, clear sound with a defined attack, and Mahogany back and sides, which add warmth, depth, and focus to the mid-frequencies. The result is a rich and balanced sound that will amaze you from the very first strum.
Why Choose the Koki'o Spruce/Mahogany?
- Clear, Powerful, and Balanced Sound: The wood combination works its magic. The Spruce top provides volume and brightness, making every single note sing. The Mahogany mellows any harshness and enriches the tone, for a full sound that is never thin. A versatility that adapts to any style.
- Superior Build Quality: Koki'o integrates features you usually find on much more expensive ukuleles. The arched back acts like a parabolic mirror, projecting the sound with more power. The real bone nut and saddle ensure optimal vibration transfer, benefiting both sustain and volume.
- Meticulous Details and Optimal Finish: Tuning stability is guaranteed by precision geared tuners. Details like the laser-etched rosette and the solid mahogany neck demonstrate an attention to detail uncommon in this price range. The thin, well-applied satin finish allows the wood to vibrate freely.
Who Do We Recommend It To?
This is the perfect instrument for:
- The discerning beginner who doesn't want to settle for a "toy" but seeks a true, rich, and convincing sound from the very start.
- Anyone looking for the best value for money, getting features of a superior instrument (spruce top, bone nut) at an entry-level price.
- The musician who already owns an instrument and is looking for a reliable second soprano ukulele with a bright sound, ready to go thanks to the included gig bag.
Full Technical Specifications
- Brand: Koki'o
- Model: U-LSPLMH-S
- Size: Soprano
- Top: Spruce
- Back & Sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Solid Mahogany
- Fretboard & Bridge: Rosewood
- Nut & Saddle: Bone
- Strings: White Nylon (Aquila-style)
- Tuners: Precision Geared Tuners
- Fretboard Binding: Black ABS
- Finish: Satin
- Frets: 15
What's in the Box?
- Koki'o Spruce/Mahogany Soprano Ukulele
- Soft Case (Gig Bag)
