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. The installed UK-500T pickup system includes a built in tuner with 3-band EQ and is powered by included lightweight CR2032 batteries. 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.
Currently the most popular body size, the concert ukulele is slightly longer, and the body is slightly bigger than the soprano, at 24". This provides a bit more space for fingers on the fingerboard. It will sound quite similar, tonally, to the soprano, but the slightly larger body will produce a little more volume and depth thanks to the larger resonating chamber. We suggest the concert model for anyone seeking the traditional ukulele tone, but who may be a little more comfortable with a bigger body.
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:
Absolutely beautiful ukulele!
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.
