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Soprano -Soprano is the smallest of the four ukulele body sizes and is the traditional ukulele size. The Honu Soprano is perfect for kids learning ukulele or for adults who prefer the brighter tone of a traditional ukulele.
Concert -Concert ukuleles are currently the most popular ukulele body size worldwide. Bigger than a soprano but smaller than a tenor, a concert uke is the perfect middle ground for most players. This size is suitable for all ages, though small children may be better suited to a soprano.
Tenor -Tenor ukuleles are exploding in popularity thanks to the full, deep sound produced by their larger body size. Bigger than the concert, the tenor is great for teenagers and adults that are looking for the most volume from their ukulele and extra space for their fingers on the fretboard.
Baritone -As the name suggests, a baritone ukulele is the largest and deepest sounding of all of the ukulele sizes. Usually tuned like the highest four strings of a guitar (DGBE), rather than the GCEA tuning found on most ukes, a baritone is great if you have a background in guitar because you won't have to learn any new chord shapes. They are also very fun if you are a ukulele player looking to experiment with a different tone.
Revered for its warm, mellow tones, mahogany has long been a staple in the construction of musical instruments. Our Mano series embraces the popular combination of mahogany top with mahogany body for a classic look and rich sound. As with all Honolua Ukuleles, it includes premium features designed to produce the best tone possible at an affordable price, including solid mahogany top for greater volume and better tone, bone nut and saddle for better clarity and sustain, open back machine heads for tuning precision and eco-friendly wood selection.
Mano Series
The Mano Series is our first solid top model. All mahogany production with a solid mahogany top provides a warmer tone and extra volume than the Honu. To elevate its aesthetic appeal, the Mano also adds maple binding and rosette, gold tuners and hardware, and dual strap pins.
For more information on our models and the differences between them, check out our Buyer's Guide section on models here.
After a surge in popularity in the last couple of years, the tenor is poised to become the biggest selling uke body size soon. At 26", it is another increase in size from the concert (at 24"). The benefits of that larger size: you get even more room on the fingerboard to shape the chords and the larger body provides even more resonance, volume and depth. The tenor ukulele will sound quite a bit deeper than the other options, so it strays a bit from traditional ukulele tone.
For help choosing the right size, click "Size Me Up" beside the price above, or check out our Buyer's Guide section on sizing here.
We are very proud that every one of our ukuleles includes an impressive list of included features:
We are very proud that every one of our ukuleles includes an impressive list of included features:
At over 60 years old I was looking for a new hobby, lo and behold I decided to get myself a ukulele. That’s when I came across Honolua Ukuleles, I took the questionnaire and placed my order. The items were quick to ship and I received it in just a few days. I’m very satisfied with the nano concert ukulele I opted for as well as the accessories. Many hours of practice ahead of me, in fact that’s exactly what I was for. I have started just a week ago and I’m enjoying it.
Taking a while to adjust from soprano uke to concert uke. Also, my new uke needs constant tuning. Frustrating!!
Contacted Honolua Ukelele’s and they suggested what might help. Delighted to say that the advice was helpful and now I stay in tune. Truly appreciate the support. I will definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for a Ukelele. Love my new Uke.
Hi Diane
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. It is quite normal for a new instrument to fall out of tune frequently while the strings are still fresh and have not settled in to the proper tension. You can speed this process by stretching the strings. Give each string a firm pull up, then tune the uke to pitch, then repeat the process. If you do this each day over 3 days they should settle in very nicely and hold tuning well. Good luck with the adjustment to a larger body and please let us know if you have questions in the future.
Dave
Just beginning my ukulele journey. I’m sure it will bring me hours of enjoyment.
This little uke is so comfortable to hold and has the sweetest sound. I really enjoy playing it and it is so easy to tune with the built-in tuner. I can’t wait to get an amp so I can really test the full sound.
I have always thought about learning an instrument but was discouraged due to my time away from home due to work.
I’ve been travelling around with my ukulele and have fallen in love with just holding it and messing around in my free time, I’m learning chords and song through the e book and videos on YouTube! Am so happy with my decision and the ukulele Honolua’s quiz picked out for me! Thank you!
We're restoring mangrove forests in Mombasa, Kenya by planting a variety of native species, ensuring the greatest benefit to the environment possible. The project also supports the local community with fair wages, access to healthcare and insurance so that the benefits extend.
Read more about this project, click here.
We’re planting kelp in British Columbia, Canada and supporting the restoration of critical marine ecosystems. These underwater forests offer shelter, sustenance, and breeding grounds for numerous species, such as Herring, Salmon, and Northern Abalone, strengthening marine ecosystem resilience.
Read more about this project, click here.
